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Once Upon a Time Season 3 Episodes
Season 3 Episode Guide
22 Episodes 2013 - 2014
The third season of this fantasy series is made up of two big adventures, the first being a trek through the dark and dangerous forests of Neverland to rescue Henry (Jared Gilmore) from the clutches of a nefarious Peter Pan (Robbie Kay). Along the way, one character reunites with a long-lost family member, and David (Josh Dallas) fights for his life after being exposed to a poisonous plant. After a brief stop in modern-day New York City, the second big adventure takes place in Storybrooke, which is visited by Zelena (Rebecca Mader), the Wicked Witch of the West. She initially pretends to be a kindly midwife who's new in town, but she really wants to cast a curse to take down Regina (Lana Parrilla). Characters making their first appearances this season include Ariel (JoAnna Garcia Swisher), Tinker Bell (Rose McIver) and Rapunzel (Alexandra Metz).
Episode 1
The Heart of the Truest Believer
Sun, Sep 29, 2013 60 mins
In the third-season opener, Henry's search party arrive in Neverland and encounter some unwelcoming mermaids. Meanwhile, Henry and a fellow prisoner escape the Lost Boys; and Neal and Mulan trek through the Enchanted Forest.
Episode 2
Lost Girl
Sun, Oct 6, 2013 60 mins
Peter Pan presents Emma with a map of Henry's location, but there's a catch: Emma must come to terms with her true identity. Meanwhile, Mr. Gold gets some surprising advice; and back in fairy-tale land, the Evil Queen has a tempting offer for Snow White.
Episode 3
Quite a Common Fairy
Sun, Oct 13, 2013 60 mins
Hook wants to search for Tinker Bell, believing she will lead the way to Peter Pan's hideout. Meanwhile, Neal hopes to use a treasured item of Robin Hood's in order to reach Emma; and back in fairy-tale land, Tinker Bell has a tempting offer for Regina.
Episode 4
Nasty Habits
Sun, Oct 20, 2013 60 mins
A faithful Lost Boy captures Neal. Meanwhile, Mr. Gold confronts Peter Pan; David fights for his life as the poison grows stronger; and back in fairy-tale land, Rumplestiltskin looks for Bae, who's fallen prey to a music-playing figure who snatches kids.
Episode 5
Good Form
Sun, Oct 27, 2013 60 mins
Hook brings an ailing David on an excursion to find a map of a way off of Neverland. Meanwhile, back in fairy-tale land, Killian and his brother are commissioned by the king to go to an unfamiliar land and locate a plant with healing properties.
Episode 6
Ariel
Sun, Nov 3, 2013 60 mins
Back in fairy-tale land, Ariel saves Snow White from drowning, so Snow White repays this act of kindness by helping Ariel bond with Prince Eric. Meanwhile, Regina and Mr. Gold unite and go after Peter Pan; and Henry's search party focus on saving Neal.
Episode 7
Dark Hollow
Sun, Nov 10, 2013 60 mins
Ariel heads to Storybrooke, where she seeks out Belle to help her find a mysterious artifact. Meanwhile, Emma, Neal and Hook set out to capture Peter Pan's shadow; and Mary Margaret is displeased with David for keeping his poisoning a secret from her.
Episode 8
Think Lovely Thoughts
Sun, Nov 17, 2013 60 mins
Peter Pan and Henry head to a curious cave. Meanwhile, Henry's search party reach Peter Pan's camp; and back in fairy-tale land, an enchanted item allows a young Rumplestiltskin to start anew with his neglectful dad.
Episode 9
Save Henry
Sun, Dec 1, 2013 60 mins
Peter Pan tries to assume full magical powers, but Henry's family seek to halt this transformation as Henry faces death. Meanwhile, a flashback to an earlier time in Storybrooke finds a lonely Regina deciding to adopt a baby.
Episode 10
The New Neverland
Sun, Dec 8, 2013 60 mins
Henry and his search party are welcomed back into town after leaving Neverland, but everyone's in the dark about Peter Pan's latest ruse. Meanwhile, back in fairy-tale land, Snow White deviates from her honeymoon plans to search for a legendary creature.
Episode 11
Going Home
Sun, Dec 15, 2013 60 mins
Peter Pan prepares to unleash a curse on Storybrooke, and the townsfolk rush to stop him.
Episode 12
New York City Serenade
Sun, Mar 9, 2014 60 mins
Hook heads to New York City and tries to get Emma to recapture her memories of her friends and family, who are now in dire trouble back in fairy-tale land.
Episode 13
Witch Hunt
Sun, Mar 16, 2014 60 mins
Emma and Regina join forces to figure out who's behind the new curse. Meanwhile, back in fairy-tale land, Robin Hood helps Regina break into her castle, which is occupied by the Wicked Witch of the West.
Episode 14
The Tower
Sun, Mar 23, 2014 60 mins
The hunt for the Wicked Witch continues. Meanwhile, Zelena has an ominous plan for David; and back in fairy-tale land, Prince Charming encounters Rapunzel and assists her in facing her fears.
Episode 15
Quiet Minds
Sun, Mar 30, 2014 60 mins
Neal shows up in Storybrooke longing to reunite with Henry and Rumplestiltskin. Meanwhile, back in fairy-tale land, Neal wants to use magic to resurrect his father, and he turns to Belle and Lumiere for assistance.
Episode 16
It's Not Easy Being Green
Sun, Apr 6, 2014 60 mins
Zelena challenges Regina to a duel to the death, but also tells her about their familial connection. Meanwhile, the townsfolk mourn Neal's passing; and in Oz, Zelena wants to be sent to fairy-tale land after learning that she has a sister who is being trained by Rumplestiltskin.
Episode 17
The Jolly Roger
Sun, Apr 13, 2014 60 mins
Ariel seeks Hook's help in locating Prince Eric. Meanwhile, Regina becomes Emma's tutor in magic; Mary Margaret and David try to show Henry they're not as dull as he thinks they are; and back in fairy-tale land, Hook and Ariel search for his stolen ship.
Episode 18
Bleeding Through
Sun, Apr 20, 2014 60 mins
Regina tries to connect with a deceased Cora in order to find out why Zelena was abandoned. Meanwhile, Belle uncovers Zelena's true objective; and back in fairy-tale land, young Cora is tricked by a fake prince before she meets a real royal.
Episode 19
A Curious Thing
Sun, Apr 27, 2014 60 mins
Zelena threatens Henry's life if Hook doesn't kiss Emma with his cursed lips. Meanwhile, Regina and Robin Hood's romance intensifies; and back in fairy-tale land, Snow and Charming seek help from Glinda, the Good Witch of the South.
Episode 20
Kansas
Sun, May 4, 2014 60 mins
Mary Margaret is in labor and the townsfolk try to protect her from Zelena, who wants to seize the newborn. Meanwhile, back in the Oz of the past, Glinda attempts to entice Zelena to help her safeguard Oz, but a young girl from Kansas causes problems.
Episode 21
Snow Drifts
Sun, May 11, 2014 60 mins
A coronation is held at the diner as Mary Margaret and David celebrate their newborn son. Meanwhile, Emma and Hook get swept up in Zelena's time portal and wind up in the Enchanted Forest of the past.
Episode 22
There's No Place Like Home
Sun, May 11, 2014 60 mins
In the third-season finale, Emma and Hook must exercise extreme caution not to change anything in the Enchanted Forest of the past, because of they do, lives will be endangered.
