Burn Notice

10 Best Episodes of Burn Notice - Season 3

A formerly blacklisted spy uses his unique skills and training to help people in desperate situations.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 04, 2023.

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Burn Notice - S3E14

#15 - Partners In Crime (Season 3 - Episode 14)

Sam convinces Michael to investigate a robbery at a chic fashion house, but they quickly realize the world of design isn't always pretty. Meanwhile, Michael and Fiona gain the trust of a Polish intelligence officer to get information on an unlisted "black flight," transporting dangerous cargo.

The episode was rated 7.79 from 257 votes.

Burn Notice - S3E13

#14 - Enemies Closer (Season 3 - Episode 13)

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When Michael's old acquaintance Larry shows up unannounced, it is up to Michael to clean up his mess. Meanwhile, Michael's brother Nate shows up with his new wife Ruth.

The episode was rated 7.83 from 258 votes.

Burn Notice - S3E1

#13 - Friends and Family (Season 3 - Episode 1)

Michael is bailed out of jail by an old friend who asks for his help in return.

The episode was rated 7.84 from 315 votes.

Burn Notice - S3E12

#12 - Noble Causes (Season 3 - Episode 12)

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Michael is caught off guard by a visit from his drug dealing neighbor Sugar. But to Michaelโ€™s surprise, Sugar isn't looking for trouble; He needs Michael's help fending off a crew of notorious thieves. Meanwhile, Michael struggles with working beside an unexpected partner.

The episode was rated 7.90 from 272 votes.

Burn Notice - S3E5

#11 - Signals and Codes (Season 3 - Episode 5)

A paranoid mathematician enlists Michael's help to stop the vice president of a defense firm from selling company secrets; Michael tracks down a new contact in the intelligence community.

The episode was rated 7.91 from 291 votes.

Burn Notice - S3E3

#10 - End Run (Season 3 - Episode 3)

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Arms trader Brennen (from "Sins of Omission") returns and kidnaps Nate, forcing Michael to help him pull off an elaborate heist. Michael must also contend with Paxson's ongoing investigation.

The episode was rated 7.94 from 273 votes.

Burn Notice - S3E6

#9 - The Hunter (Season 3 - Episode 6)

When he hears about an operative from his past who is hunting him, Michael turns to a prominent member of Miami's underworld for help; a man approaches Michael with an offer.

The episode was rated 7.96 from 272 votes.

Burn Notice - S3E4

#8 - Fearless Leader (Season 3 - Episode 4)

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Michael gets a hold of a crime lord who seems to be the prime suspect in a Miami PD investigation, so he wants to hand him over in return for being left alone.

The episode was rated 7.96 from 288 votes.

Burn Notice - S3E8

#7 - Friends Like These (Season 3 - Episode 8)

Barry enlists Michael's help in tracking down his money-laundering client list, which has been stolen by a vicious thief. Michael goes after the thief, only to find that there's a lot more to the situation than he realized. Fiona tries to be supportive of Michael's efforts to reconnect with the intelligence community, but she and Michael find that their differences on the subject may not be reconcilable.

The episode was rated 7.98 from 272 votes.

Burn Notice - S3E15

#6 - Good Intentions (Season 3 - Episode 15)

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Fiona deals with a paranoid kidnapper who's hiding a secret. Elsewhere, Michael tries to take down a black operative, but the mission soon gets out of control.

The episode was rated 8.03 from 273 votes.

Burn Notice - S3E9

#5 - Long Way Back (Season 3 - Episode 9)

A dangerous man from Fiona's past resurfaces in Miami after years of hiding, with deadly intentions. Teaming up with Fiona's ruthless brother, Michael will do whatever it takes to save her... even if that means crossing a few lines.

The episode was rated 8.06 from 281 votes.

Burn Notice - S3E10

#4 - A Dark Road (Season 3 - Episode 10)

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When a recently widowed woman hires Michael and Fiona to get her away from a group of violent con men, Michael turns to Madeline for help โ€” but he may ask her to go too far. Meanwhile, a mysterious contact goes to extreme lengths to get Michael's attention.

The episode was rated 8.07 from 267 votes.

Burn Notice - S3E11

#3 - Friendly Fire (Season 3 - Episode 11)

When Sam gets an unexpected visit from a former Seal buddy asking for help, Michael must infiltrate a protected urban barrio and hunt down a child predator. Michael also befriends a psychotic former spy runner in order to learn more about his destructive plans while in town.

The episode was rated 8.10 from 297 votes.

Burn Notice - S3E7

#2 - Shot In The Dark (Season 3 - Episode 7)

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Michael convinces an abusive stepfather of a young boy to leave town by telling him he is the target of an assassination plot. Elsewhere, Strickler makes a promise to Michael that he will help him get back into the intelligence community if they can work together.

The episode was rated 8.12 from 282 votes.

Burn Notice - S3E16

#1 - Devil You Know (Season 3 - Episode 16)

International fugitive Simon is loose and Michael's on the run from the FBI for his role in Simonโ€™s escape. When Simon confronts Michael and threatens to blow up a Miami Beach hotel, Michael must call on his friends and an old enemy to help him avoid disaster and put Simon back in the dark hole where he belongs.

The episode was rated 8.21 from 262 votes.

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