Dexter

10 Best Episodes of Dexter - Season 3

Dexter Morgan, a blood spatter pattern analyst for the Miami Metro Police also leads a secret life as a serial killer, hunting down criminals who have slipped through the cracks of justice.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 02, 2023.

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#12 - Our Father (Season 3 - Episode 1)

Dexter has put his life back together but things may fall apart soon. His new victim is also being targeted by Assistant District Attorney Miguel Prado. Deb has to decide how to handle Internal Affairs, as they want her to turn on her new partner.

The episode was rated 7.91 from 1335 votes.

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#11 - Sí Se Puede (Season 3 - Episode 6)

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Miguel is put on test by Dexter. Meanwhile, Rita is forced to reconsider her choices. The Skinner strikes again, this time killing the young boy who worked as Freebo's doorman and Debra begins to feel like she had some part in it.

The episode was rated 7.96 from 1189 votes.

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#10 - The Lion Sleeps Tonight (Season 3 - Episode 3)

Dexter and a pedophile have a run-in; Dexter is unable to restore Freebo's good name after he is accused of a murder he didn't commit. Also, Dexter's friendship with Miguel weighs on his mind.

The episode was rated 8.00 from 1251 votes.

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#9 - All In the Family (Season 3 - Episode 4)

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After a failed marriage proposal, Dexter attempts to convince Rita that he wants more than a financial merger and fatherhood. He wants a family with Rita. Deb lands a new case. Miguel's brother, Ramon, is dead set on finding Oscar's murderer, which worries Dexter and Miguel.

The episode was rated 8.02 from 1251 votes.

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#8 - Finding Freebo (Season 3 - Episode 2)

Dexter continues the hunt for Freebo, knowing he is still in town after finding Teegan's body. Dexter and Rita must make a decision about her pregnancy. Dexter isn't sure whether he can raise a child. Deb searches for the identity of her body, not knowing the link to the Freebo case. Dexter races to beat the rest of the police to Freebo.

The episode was rated 8.03 from 1286 votes.

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#7 - Turning Biminese (Season 3 - Episode 5)

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While Dexter struggles with how to handle Rita’s desire for them to move in together before they get married, Miguel tells Dexter about a husband who has gotten away with killing two of his wives for financial gain. Meanwhile, Debra works with Anton, her confidential informant, to track down one of Freebo’s criminal confidants.

The episode was rated 8.04 from 1219 votes.

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#6 - The Damage a Man Can Do (Season 3 - Episode 8)

Dexter undertakes to teach Miguel the Code, but doesn't realize he's whetting his partner's thirst for blood. Meanwhile, Debra is one step closer to finding the Skinner but a secret revealed about Anton sends him packing.

The episode was rated 8.09 from 1194 votes.

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#5 - Easy As Pie (Season 3 - Episode 7)

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Dexter begins working with Miguel but they quickly have differences in selecting a potential new victim. Meanwhile Rita discovers that Miguel's wife suspects him of an affair. And an old friend of Dexter's asks for help in ending her life.

The episode was rated 8.13 from 1190 votes.

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#4 - About Last Night (Season 3 - Episode 9)

The friendship between Dexter and Miguel become strained even as Rita resolves to confront Miguel about his suspected infidelity. Meanwhile, Debra searches furiously for Anton when it's revealed that he was abducted by the Skinner.

The episode was rated 8.21 from 1196 votes.

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#3 - I Had a Dream (Season 3 - Episode 11)

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While preparing for his big wedding day, Dexter has to figure out a way to remove Miguel from his life for good. In the meantime, Rita has troubles of her own, when Syl reveals that Miguel has been seeing one of his old flames. Debra finds a new clue that brings her even closer to catching the Skinner.

The episode was rated 8.30 from 1207 votes.

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#2 - Go Your Own Way (Season 3 - Episode 10)

A series of chess-like moves ensues when Dexter and Miguel vie for the upper hand, with Miguel winning Rita's affection by presenting her with a lavish wedding gift. Elsewhere, Debra wonders if her relationship with Anton is worth the trouble.

The episode was rated 8.32 from 1208 votes.

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#1 - Do You Take Dexter Morgan? (Season 3 - Episode 12)

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It is the day before Dexter's wedding and Dexter must deal with two people targeting him, while preparing for his special occasion. Meanwhile, Angel tells Deb he's put her in for a promotion, but after he finds out some information her shield may be gone before she gets it.

The episode was rated 8.37 from 1196 votes.

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