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Premiered

Wednesday, October 1, 2008

Ended: Wednesday, January 14, 2009

When does Friday Night Lights Season 3 come out?

Friday Night Lights Season 3 premiered Wednesday, October 1, 2008 on The 101 and ended Wednesday, January 14, 2009. The season has 13 episodes.

The third season of the American serial drama television series Friday Night Lights began airing in the United States and Canada on October 1, 2008. It was the first season to be aired on DirecTV's The 101 Network. The 13-episode season concluded on The 101 Network on January 14, 2009 and then began its run on NBC two nights later on January 16, 2009. The show was renewed for two more seasons in March 2009, with both seasons airing in the same format as season 3, containing 13 episodes each. The season continued to focus around the Dillon Panthers and the pressures faced on and off the field. This season also saw four main characters leave the show by season's end.

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Friday Night Lights Season 3 release schedule

Friday Night Lights Season 3 episode release dates
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1. I Knew You When

In the third-season opener, Eric fights to keep his job and helps Smash rebound. Elsewhere, Tami faces new challenges as principal; Tyra frets over college; Billy proposes; and tension escalates between Lyla and Riggins.

Wednesday · 18 years ago

2. Tami Knows Best

Tami becomes angry by Tyra's actions. In an effort to help his grandma, Matt stumbles upon his estranged mother. Coach Taylor tries his best to encourage Smash as he tries to make the college tryouts.

Wednesday · 18 years ago

3. How the Other Half Lives

Coach worries and fears for his job as Tami befriends Katie McCoy. The pressure is on Matt as everyone's hopes turn to the new quarterback. Matt's friendly with Julie. Billy drags Tim into a risky scheme to get them out of debt. Lyla cautions Tim.

Wednesday · 18 years ago

4. Hello, Goodbye

Tami embarrasses herself with the superintendent. Tyra breaks with Landry to take up with Cash, the new bad boy in town. Julie advises Matt who is upset with his mother who has come to help with grandma. Smash has an emotional goodbye with Coach.

Wednesday · 18 years ago

5. Every Rose Has Its Thorn

Matt grapples with his mother, his emotions and Coach Taylor as McCoy garners more attention. Tami tangles with Tyra about Julie and Tyra's interest in Cash. Tyra experiences Cash's darker side. Erin disappoints Jason.

Wednesday · 18 years ago

6. It Ain't Easy Being J.D. McCoy

Coach is furious with Tim and the team for a freshman hazing. J.D. wins the respect of the town and team. A late night swim at the lake turns into more for Julie and Matt. Tyra is shocked when a woman shows up claiming Cash owes her child support.

Wednesday · 18 years ago

7. Keeping Up Appearances

Eric and Tami try to calm Jamarca's angry parents; Billy helps Tim pursue a scholarship; and Jason, Herc and the Riggins brothers receive good news.

Wednesday · 18 years ago

8. New York, New York

Tim is worried when Jason talks about leaving Dillon. Money troubles cause a riff between Tami and Eric. Tyra leans on Cash when things get tough, while Julie talks to her dad about Matt's idea.

Wednesday · 17 years ago

9. Game of the Week

Tim returns to find both good and bad surprises. Coach has to change his plans and reluctantly supports Tami when she feels obligated to help Tyra out of a jam. Saracen has second thoughts and clashes with Shelby. Lyla and Mindy team up.

Wednesday · 17 years ago

10. The Giving Tree

It becomes clear JD has no interest in his father's advice regarding Madison. Lyla turns to Riggins when Buddy reveals a secret. Coach is emotionally challenged both on and off the field. Tyra has a plan to repair her relationship with Landry.

Wednesday · 17 years ago

11. A Hard Rain's Gonna Fall

Tyra is desperate and once again turns to Landry. Coach and Tami learn of a change that could dismantle the Panthers team. Tim sees another side of Lyla. Matt flips out when Grandma suffers an accident. Tensions escalate between JD and Joe.

Wednesday · 17 years ago

12. Underdogs

J.D.'s dad has to deal with child protective services after his fight with J.D. Tyra realizes that life isn't fair and that she needs to do whatever is necessary to get in to college. Matt and Tim prepare for the last game of their high school career: The Texas State Championship.

Wednesday · 17 years ago

13. Tomorrow Blues Finale

Five months later, Coach Taylor's contract is up for review on Billy and Mindy's wedding day. Tyra grows anxious about her waitlist status. Matt leaves Grandma Saracen and Julie behind to attend college. Tim and Lyla question their future together.

Wednesday · 17 years ago

Friday Night Lights Season 3 guest stars

  • Scott Porter

    Scott Porter

    Jason Street

  • Gaius Charles

    Gaius Charles

    Brian 'Smash' Williams

  • Janine Turner

    Janine Turner

    Katie McCoy

  • D.W. Moffett

    D.W. Moffett

    Joe McCoy

  • Dana Wheeler-Nicholson

    Dana Wheeler-Nicholson

    Angela Collette

  • Kevin Rankin

    Kevin Rankin

    Herc

  • Brad Leland

    Brad Leland

    Buddy Garrity

  • Jeremy Sumpter

    Jeremy Sumpter

    J.D. McCoy

  • Kim Dickens

    Kim Dickens

    Shelby Saracen

  • Derek Phillips

    Derek Phillips

    Billy Riggins

  • Sinqua Walls

    Sinqua Walls

    Jamarcus Hall

  • Louanne Stephens

    Louanne Stephens

    Mrs. Saracen

  • Cindy Creekmore

    Missy Aubrey

  • Kate Krause

    Tabby Garrity

  • Blue Deckert

    Blue Deckert

    Mac McGill

  • Liz Mikel

    Liz Mikel

    Corrina Williams

Friday Night Lights Season 3 FAQ

When does Friday Night Lights Season 3 come out?

Friday Night Lights Season 3 premiered Wednesday, October 1, 2008 on The 101.

How many episodes are in Friday Night Lights Season 3?

Friday Night Lights Season 3 has 13 episodes.

Are new episodes of Friday Night Lights Season 3 released weekly?

New episodes are released weekly.

When is the Friday Night Lights Season 3 finale?

The Friday Night Lights Season 3 finale (Episode 13) aired Wednesday, January 14, 2009.

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