Fringe

10 Best Episodes of Fringe - Season 3

FBI Special Agent Olivia Dunham, brilliant but formerly institutionalized scientist Walter Bishop and his scheming, reluctant son Peter uncover a deadly mystery involving a series of unbelievable events and realize they may be a part of a larger, more disturbing pattern that blurs the line between science fiction and technology.

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

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

PPS: I will admit that parts of this page was written with the help of AI - it makes my work so much easier to not start from a blank page!

Advertisement
Fringe - S3E15

#15 - Subject 13 (Season 3 - Episode 15)

In a follow up to last season’s “Peter” flashback episode, the all-new “Six Months Later” episode revisits a poignant period of time for both the Bishops and Olivia.

The episode was rated 8.09 from 1049 votes.

Fringe - S3E4

#14 - Do Shapeshifters Dream of Electric Sheep? (Season 3 - Episode 4)

Advertisement

Newton, concerned about the consequences of a distressing development involving a high-ranking official, is forced to call to action a sleeping shapeshifter. As Walter and the rest of the team gather evidence, they move the investigation to Massive Dynamic, where Olivia goes on high alert and Walter finds himself in a perilous situation.

The episode was rated 8.10 from 1058 votes.

Fringe - S3E3

#13 - The Plateau (Season 3 - Episode 3)

In this case, timing is everything as a series of anomalous events lead the Fringe Division to investigate deadly incidents with unimaginable coincidences. As the freaky crimes continue to occur, the team is in a race against time to protect potential victims. Meanwhile, Secretary Bishop shares his strategic plan with Colonel Broyles as Olivia grapples with a heart-stopping vision.

The episode was rated 8.11 from 1064 votes.

Fringe - S3E10

#12 - The Firefly (Season 3 - Episode 10)

Advertisement

An Observer makes contact with the Fringe Team to help rectify a mistake. Meanwhile, Walter befriends Roscoe Joyce, keyboardist for Walter's favorite 1970s band, "Violet Sedan Chair." Walter will learn the real reason the band broke up, and realize that the lives of these two men, who have never met before, overlap in strange and unexpected ways.

The episode was rated 8.12 from 1077 votes.

Fringe - S3E6

#11 - 6955 kHz (Season 3 - Episode 6)

Back “over here,” the Fringe Division investigates a bizarre phenomenon when 15 people up and down the Eastern Seaboard, all suffer retrograde amnesia from listening to their shortwave radios on the same frequency. Much to Walter’s dismay, Peter presses on with piecing together the mass destruction device. Just as alternate Olivia and Peter’s chemistry deepens, the anticipation of Olivia’s return escalates.

The episode was rated 8.12 from 1056 votes.

Fringe - S3E16

#10 - Os (Season 3 - Episode 16)

Advertisement

The Fringe Team investigates a group of thieves who can break the laws of gravity. Meanwhile, Walter attempts to delay the damage he's caused to the fabric of the universe.

The episode was rated 8.12 from 1068 votes.

Fringe - S3E1

#9 - Olivia (Season 3 - Episode 1)

After the extraordinary turn of events that shockingly left an imprisoned Olivia "over there," she fights to find her way home. Meanwhile, Peter and Walter try to move on with their lives unknowingly alongside alternate Olivia.

The episode was rated 8.14 from 1165 votes.

Fringe - S3E18

#8 - Bloodline (Season 3 - Episode 18)

Advertisement

The intensity of life “over there” accelerates as Olivia finds herself in mortal danger.

The episode was rated 8.16 from 1056 votes.

Fringe - S3E19

#7 - Lysergic Acid Diethylamide (Season 3 - Episode 19)

In an effort to remove Bell's consciousness from Olivia's mind, Peter, Bell, and Walter enter Olivia's subconscious and attempt to find her personality, which has hidden itself somewhere safe.

The episode was rated 8.17 from 1125 votes.

Fringe - S3E5

#6 - Amber 31422 (Season 3 - Episode 5)

Advertisement

The alternate universe Fringe Division investigates a shocking breach of security when a twin frees his brother from a quarantined Amber area. As the team sets out to crack this sophisticated case, Walternate experiments over there more with Olivia as she reenters the tank. Meanwhile, visions of Peter continue to haunt Olivia about returning to the “other side”.

The episode was rated 8.17 from 1037 votes.

Fringe - S3E20

#5 - 6:02 AM EST (Season 3 - Episode 20)

The beginning of the end is triggered when Walternate finds a way to wreak havoc “over here."

The episode was rated 8.30 from 1085 votes.

Fringe - S3E8

#4 - Entrada (Season 3 - Episode 8)

Advertisement

Peter struggles to cope with recent events; Olivia searches for an ally; a device that communicates between universes is discovered...

The episode was rated 8.36 from 1100 votes.

Fringe - S3E21

#3 - The Last Sam Weiss (Season 3 - Episode 21)

As devastation spreads on This Side, Walter, Olivia, and Sam Weiss struggle to find a way to stop the destruction and discover that one individual has the ability to allow Peter access to the Machine.

The episode was rated 8.42 from 1125 votes.

Fringe - S3E7

#2 - The Abducted (Season 3 - Episode 7)

Advertisement

When a serial kidnapper “over there” strikes again, the emotional and familiar case hits home for Colonel Broyles, sending a determined Olivia to uncover additional details about the abductions. In the meantime, Olivia fights on and reunites with Henry to enlist his services on an intense and covert mission to return home.

The episode was rated 8.42 from 1099 votes.

Fringe - S3E22

#1 - The Day We Died (Season 3 - Episode 22)

As the thrilling third season propels to a climactic close, questions will be answered as Peter confronts his destiny and a beloved team member meets an untimely demise.

The episode was rated 8.58 from 1198 votes.

Search for TV shows...

About Series with Sophie

Welcome to our community!

We are a community of women who are passionate about our favorite series and want to share that passion with others.

Our mission is to create a space where women can discover new content, connect with like-minded individuals, and engage in meaningful discussions about the series we love.

We believe that everyone should have access to reliable and trustworthy information about their favorite shows, and we strive to be the premier destination for women seeking that information. Whether you're looking for recaps, fan theories, or just want to connect with other fans, we've got you covered.

So join us and be a part of our growing community of series enthusiasts!