Suits: 10 Best Episodes From Season 3, Ranked (According To IMDb)

Suits is classy, humorous, thrilling, and full of brilliant characters who are the backbone of this legal drama that became one of the most popular TV series of the last decade. The first five seasons, in particular, were incredible, to say the least.

After fighting their battles with Daniel Hardman, Michael Ross, Harvey Specter, and Jessica Pearson have to rejuvenate Pearson Darby (renamed from Pearson Hardman), as their firm’s reputation has taken a huge hit after the events that took place in the last season. Without further ado, here are the 10 best episodes from the third outing of the USA Network Original, according to IMDb.

10 “The Arrangement” – 8.6/10

In the first episode of season 3, Pearson Darby officially comes into existence, but there are tensions all around the firm, thanks to the difference in opinions of almost every other employee. Fair to say, Louis isn’t liking any of it.

Mike and Rachel have a couple of things to figure out and while they do that, Harvey has another good case on his hands. Also, Mike rejects the office Jessica gave him, as a matter of courtesy, hoping Harvey will forgive him.

9 “I Want You To Want Me” – 8.6/10

In the second episode of season 3, Louis asks Harvey if he can take on Mike as his associate. Considering the bad blood between the two, the viewers probably guessed the answer.

Also, Louis and Mike made a good pairing, but Harvey soon realizes he needs Mike by his side. Fans loved watching Harvey go through these emotions like an infant. Moreover, Harvey lands an unexpected case.

8 “Stay” – 8.6/10

In the tenth episode of season 3, the firm is officially renamed Pearson Specter, much to the delight of Harvey, but he has some things to take care of regarding the Ava case.

Rachel is made to sign an affidavit stating that she knows about Mike’s fraud, which she does and strikes a bargain. Meanwhile, Mike wonders to which university Rachel should go, while Louis makes things intimate with Sheila and discovers a startling truth.

7 “Endgame” – 8.7/10

In the eighth episode of season 3, Harvey and Jessica confront Edward Darby regarding Stephen ordering the murders. After a brief spat, Harvey and Jessica decide to not dwell in the past, instead, go for the victory and save innocent Ava.

The whole episode revolves around this story and the word – betrayal. It’s a unique 45 minutes or so as it isn’t many times that the viewers get to see Jessica in action inside the court.

6 “The Other Time” – 8.8/10

In the sixth episode of season 3, it’s flashback time, as both Harvey and Mike’s life when they were younger, is shown to the viewers.

This is an important episode for character development, showing exactly what happened that made Harvey leave the District Attorney’s office and join Pearson Hardman. Donna, while she was younger, had feelings for Harvey but she buried them in order to work with him.

5 “She’s Mine” – 8.8/10

In the seventh episode of season 3, Harvey once again shows how important Donna is to him. Jessica, Mike, and Harvey team up to free Ava Hessington from the murder charges and soon, Donna realizes what Stephen Huntley has done.

She ends their relationship before confronting Harvey and Jessica to tell them the truth. Elsewhere, Rachel is accepted into Columbia University, at least, that’s what Louis tells her.

4 “Know When To Fold ‘Em” – 8.9/10

In the penultimate episode of season 3, Mike has a huge decision to make. He knows his secret wouldn’t stay hidden for long, so he must think before accepting the Junior Partner role at Pearson Specter.

Harvey also has a case on his hands, which isn’t going very well, and to add to his woes, he understands Mike has decided to quit the firm and become an investment banker. Moreover, Harvey is having relationship issues with Scottie.

3 “Heartburn” – 9.0/10

In the 14th episode of season 3, many different things are going on. Louis suffers a heart attack but survives and realizes there’s more to life than just work, so he proposes to Sheila but because they both want different things, the engagement ends.

Elsewhere, Harvey tells Mike he cannot go further in his career, thanks to the fraud, so he should enjoy himself while it lasts. Moreover, Rachel strikes a deal with Jessica.

2 “Yesterday’s Gone” – 9.1/10

The 12th episode of season 3 is very intense. Firstly, Jessica’s ex-husband passes away and then Harvey and Mike have a problem that goes by the name of Louis.

He finally confronts Mike about never going to Harvard, but after having a chat with Rachel, Louis asks Mike to tell Gerard about it. Harvey doesn’t want that, but Mike thinks he will resign after telling the truth.

1 “No Way Out” – 9.4/10

In the season 3 finale, Mike has a lot of problems hanging over his head. Harold’s mistake leads to Mike’s arrest by some federal agents and now, Louis and Harvey have the tough job of making them go free.

Mike is done as a lawyer, as he has decided to quit Pearson Specter for an investment banker job, but he won’t be gone for too long. Also, Harvey tells Scottie about Mike’s secret, although that’s not enough for her to stay.

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