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Season 3 – Once Upon a Time

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"Once Upon a Time" tells the story of a new world, one in which fairy-tale legends and modern life collide. Emma Swan (Jennifer Morrison) is comfortable in her life as a bail bonds collector when Henry -- the child she gave up a decade earlier -- suddenly shows up. He is convinced that she is the daughter of Snow White and Prince Charming, who sent her away before the Evil Queen could cast a spell, freezing the fairytale world in time and bringing them to present-day Storybrooke, Maine. After taking Henry home, Emma decides to stay in the town to keep an eye on him, and she discovers he may not be wrong after all.
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Hannah Strom Bitch Media Jan 20, 2021
By having such a homogenous cast, Once Upon a Time is missing an opportunity a truly unique show that deals with modern issues we can't ignore. Go to Full Review Gwen Ihnat AV Club Sep 30, 2013
This finale shows the best of OUAT... Go to Full Review Samantha Sobolewski The Loop Mar 17, 2014
It was a simple twist that I didn't see coming and thoroughly enjoyed. Go to Full Review Molly Freeman Hollywood.com Nov 11, 2013
We watch OUAT more for the villains than the heroes. What we can we say, they're just cooler and more interesting. Go to Full Review Matt Webb Mitovich TV Line Oct 20, 2013
I thought this was a pretty strong episode, at least on the Neal/Rumple/Pan side. Good teases for backstories to come, some nice callbacks. Tinker Bell is a gas, but the cave stuff was a bit kooky. Go to Full Review Courtney Vaudreuil TV Equals Oct 14, 2013
It doesn't feel fun anymore. Each week feels like it revolves around the latest Disney canon character that will be revealed, rather than an advancement of the story or development of the character. This season is lacking direction. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Don J @RT83956876 Aug 11, 2026 I don't think there's more than two functional brain cells in season 3. How many people have to die because of the evil queen before snow finally does what needs to be done? So stupid. See more Mario M @RT21354647 Dec 8, 2023 this season wassss too different and unexpected from adding pan to the show, but it was fun to see new locations !!! See more Aj B @AJ2525 Jun 27, 2023 Although it is not as good as the earlier seasons, Season 3 introduces great charactors, entertaining story, and a fun watch through. See more Eric M @RT86318106 Dec 13, 2021 While this may not be the greatest season of Once Upon a Time, it certainly provides the story we'll need later. We get to see many characters face their inner struggles and how others help them face their challenges. The introduction of some new villains that we see further down the road as well further proves the incredible storytelling skills of Directors Kitsis and Horowitz, and how every character is an integral part of the show's plot. See more Jul 7, 2019 with the addiction of the wicked witch Zelana peter pan and others a another sensational season with a stellar cast not a moment here feels weak rumple easily being my favourite character Robert Carlyle does an amazing job and jared gilmore is great as Henry all the cast are amazing and this season is tragic See more Apr 9, 2019 I'm giving it 5 stars just for the CaptainSwan movie. See more Read all reviews
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Ginnifer Goodwin

Snow White

Jennifer Morrison

Emma Swan

Lana Parrilla

Evil Queen

Josh Dallas

Prince Charming

Emilie de Ravin

Belle

Colin O'Donoghue

Hook

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 29, 2013 Heart of the Truest Believer Unfriendly mermaids threaten those searching for Henry in Neverland; Henry and another escapee from Peter Pan's encampment go on the run; a still-recovering Neal travels the enchanted forest with Mulan in search of Emma's and Henry's fates. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 6, 2013 Lost Girl Peter Pan offers Emma a map that will help her find Henry, but she must come to terms with who she is in order to use it; Mr. Gold gets unexpected advice; Charming works to stop Snow from accepting a deal from the Evil Queen. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 13, 2013 Quite a Common Fairy Hook suggests finding Tinker Bell and following her to Peter Pan's hideout; Pan tells Henry why he brought him to Neverland; Neal comes up with a plan that could transport him to Emma; Tinker Bell offers to help Regina. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 20, 2013 Nasty Habits Mr. Gold decides to confront Pan; one of Pan's most loyal Lost Boys holds Neal captive; David fights against the poison; Rumplestiltskin searches for Bae. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 27, 2013 Good Form Hook brings ailing David with him to find the sextant that may help them decipher a map that shows the way out of Neverland; Killian Jones and his brother sail off to find a plant in an uncharted land. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 3, 2013 Ariel To repay Ariel (JoAnna Garcia Swisher) for saving her life, Snow White helps her get acquainted with Prince Eric; Mr. Gold and Regina begrudgingly agree to work together to take down Pan. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 10, 2013 Dark Hollow Ariel is sent back to Storybrooke with an item that will help Belle find a hidden artifact; Hook, Neal and Emma set out to capture Peter Pan's shadow; Mary Margaret is upset that David concealed his poisoning. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 17, 2013 Think Lovely Thoughts Pan tries to convince Henry that he can save magic and Neverland; a young Rumplestiltskin receives a magical item that could give him a fresh start with his father. Details Episode 9 Aired Dec 1, 2013 Save Henry The race to stop Pan is on as Henry's life hangs in the balance; with Mr. Gold's help, Regina decides to adopt a baby. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 8, 2013 The New Neverland Pan's plan threatens the citizens of Storybrooke's joy over Henry's return; Snow and Charming spend their honeymoon searching for a mythical being that could stop Regina. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 15, 2013 Going Home The residents of Storybrooke race to stop Pan from placing another curse on the town. Details Episode 12 Aired Mar 9, 2014 New York City Serenade Hook goes to New York to help Emma regain her memories so she can help her fairy-tale friends and family. Details Episode 13 Aired Mar 16, 2014 Witch Hunt Emma arrives in Storybrooke to discover no one remembers the past year spent in Fairy Tale Land and teams up with Regina to find out who is responsible for the new curse; Robin Hood helps Regina break into her castle, which has been taken over. Details Episode 14 Aired Mar 23, 2014 The Tower While the search for the Zelena continues, she plans a dark surprise for David; in the fairy tale land of the past, Prince Charming helps Rapunzel face her fears. Details Episode 15 Aired Mar 30, 2014 Quiet Minds Neal yearns for a way to reconnect with his son; Regina finds a possible connection to Robin Hood; Belle and Lumiere, an enchanted candelabra, help with a magical solution to bring Rumpelstiltskin back from the dead. Details Episode 16 Aired Apr 6, 2014 It's Not Easy Being Green Zelena issues a challenge to Regina; when Zelena learns she has a sister who is training to become powerful, she asks the Wizard to send her to Fairy Tale Land. Details Episode 17 Aired Apr 13, 2014 The Jolly Roger Ariel begs Hook to help her find Prince Eric; Emma decides to let Regina teach her how to use magic; Mary Margaret and David try to prove to Henry that they are fun. Details Episode 18 Aired Apr 20, 2014 Bleeding Through Regina casts a spell in hope of finding out why Zelena was abandoned; Belle discovers what Zelena's ultimate goal is. Details Episode 19 Aired Apr 27, 2014 A Curious Thing Zelena threatens Henry's life if Hook doesn't kiss Emma, draining her magical powers; Charming and Snow search for Glinda the good witch. Details Episode 20 Aired May 4, 2014 Kansas As Mary Margaret goes into labor, the residents of Storybrooke work to protect her and the baby from Zelena; Glinda tries to convince Zelena to join her as a protector of Oz. Details Episode 21 Aired May 11, 2014 Snow Drifts David and Mary Margaret celebrate the naming of their new son at Granny's Diner; Zelena's time portal places Hook and Emma in the enchanted forest in the past, where they must be careful not to alter anything as they search for a way back. Details Episode 22 Aired May 11, 2014 There's No Place Like Home Emma and Hook work to restore the timeline by getting Snow White and Prince Charming to fall in love. Details

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Season Info

Director
Ron Underwood, Mario Van Peebles, Ralph Hemecker, Guy Ferland, Jon Amiel, Romeo Tirone, David Boyd, Ciaran Donnelly
Executive Producer
Edward Kitsis, Adam Horowitz, Steve Pearlman
Screenwriter
Edward Kitsis, David H. Goodman, Jane Espenson, Kalinda Vazquez, Christine Boylan, Adam Horowitz, Robert Hull, Andrew Chambliss, Daniel Thomsen
Network
ABC
Rating
TV-PG (V)
Genre
Drama, Fantasy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 29, 2013
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