• Air date: 16 Aug '09 13 episodes
      The third season of the American television drama series Mad Men premiered on August 16, 2009 and concluded on November 8, 2009. It consisted of thirteen episodes, each running approximately 47 minutes in length. AMC broadcast the third season on Sundays at 10:00 pm in the United States. Season three takes place six months after the conclusion of the second season and ends in December 1963. It chronicles the end of the "Camelot era" as the characters go through immense change in their professional and personal lives. The third season was exalted by television critics and was a major winner in many television awards. Mad Men won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series, Golden Globe Award for Best Drama Series, and acknowledgement by the American Film Institute for the third year in a row.
  • List of Episodes (13)
    • 1. Out of Town

      16 Aug '09
      In the third-season opener, Salvatore and Don take a business trip out of town. Pete Campbell and Ken Cosgrove worry about the changes at Sterling-Cooper and how the changes will impact them.
    • 2. Love Among the Ruins

      23 Aug '09
      Don's father-in-law pays a visit to his daughter's family. Peggy works hard on a campaign while the firm tries to decide if they will accommodate an unusual request from a client. Elsewhere, Roger plans a wedding.
    • 3. My Old Kentucky Home

      30 Aug '09
      The writers make an attempt to stave off late-night boredom during a mandatory overtime session. Roger throws a party as Joan and Greg host their own party. Sally has a run-in with Grandpa.
    • 4. The Arrangements

      06 Sep '09
      Don and his father-in-law cross paths. Meanwhile, Peggy is in search of a new roommate; and a rich new client is excited to be doing business with the firm.
    • 5. The Fog

      13 Sep '09
      Sally's behavior causes concern for Don and Betty. Betty has an eye-opening dream that has a strange effect on her. Pete tries to work a new business angle in his dealings.
    • 6. Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency

      20 Sep '09
      Sterling Cooper receives a surprise visitor; Sally has been spooked by something (or someone); and Joan receives some shocking news.
    • 7. Seven Twenty Three

      27 Sep '09
      Betty tries her hand at local politics. Don is forced into thinking about the future. Peggy receives a luxurious gift.
    • 8. Souvenir

      04 Oct '09
      Don decides to include Betty on a company business trip. Pete lends a hand to a neighbor in his apartment building.
    • 9. Wee Small Hours

      11 Oct '09
      There is trouble for Don and Sal in giving their clients what they ask for. Meanwhile, Betty hosts a fundraiser.
    • 10. The Color Blue

      18 Oct '09
      The firm celebrates as they hit a milestone. Peggy and Paul compete to secure the same account.
    • 11. The Gypsy and the Hobo

      25 Oct '09
      A former client makes a return; Betty and her kids go on a trip; and Joan and Greg make plans for their future.
    • 12. The Grown-Ups

      01 Nov '09
      Peggy's taste in men proves questionable. Pete has to make a big decision about his career and a candidate makes a big impression on Don.
    • 13. Shut the Door, Have a Seat

      08 Nov '09
      Don has a big meeting with Connie about their future relationship. Betty is the beneficiary of some interesting advice and Pete has a serious sit-down with some clients.