Hawaii Five-0: Season 3

2012
24 episodes
42m

The third season of Hawaii Five-0 picks up where season two left off, with Chin Ho being forced to choose between saving his wife or his cousin. McGarrett escorts his mother back to Hawaii and realizes she is in danger but question whether his mother may be keeping from him. Meanwhile, the team turns to ex-con and art expert August March to help hunt down a group of thieves.

Season 3 of Hawaii Five-0 premiered on September 24, 2012 and has 24 episodes, from "La O Na Makuahine (Mother's Day)" to "Aloha. Malama Pono (Farewell & Take Care)". The last episode aired on May 20, 2013.

Where to watch Hawaii Five-0

In the United States, you can stream Hawaii Five-0 on Netflix and Paramount Plus. You can also buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. It is on streaming services in 55 countries.

Where to watch

Episodes

Episode 1La O Na Makuahine (Mother's Day)Aired September 24, 2012
The team goes after Wo Fat and Delano for the death of an important person. Steve must resolve the issues between him and his "dead" mother, once he finds her alive and well.
- 44m
- Directed by Bryan Spicer
- Written by Peter M. Lenkov
Guest stars
- Ian Anthony Dale Adam Noshimuri
- Dennis Chun Duke Lukela
- Taylor Wily Kamekona Tupuola
- William Baldwin Frank Delano
- Mark Dacascos Wo Fat
- Christine Lahti Doris McGarrett
- Reiko Aylesworth Malia Waincroft
- Donnell Jewell Williams Police Officer
Episode 2Kanalua (Doubt)Aired October 1, 2012
Steve goes to Cat for help finding his mother. When an art heist turns deadly, Five-0 turns to August March.
- 44m
- Directed by Frederick E. O. Toye
Guest stars
- Dennis Chun Duke Lukela
- Taylor Wily Kamekona Tupuola
- Brian Yang Charlie Fong
- Ed Asner August March
- Keo Woolford Det. James Chang
- Carlos Bernard Chris Channing
- Adam Kaufman Karl Strathern
- Missy Yager Elizabeth MacNamara
Episode 3Lana I Ka Moana (Adrift)Aired October 8, 2012
Steve and Danny take some time off to enjoy a little fishing only to find themselves stranded and facing pirates.
- 41m
- Directed by Steve Boyum
- Written by Elwood Reid
Guest stars
- Taylor Wily Kamekona Tupuola
- Brian Yang Charlie Fong
- Cynthia Watros Katie Burgess
- Todd Stashwick Gil Scates
- Julie McNiven Jenny Burgess
- Michael McGrady Coast Guard Captain McIlvane
Episode 4Popilikia (Misfortune)Aired October 15, 2012
The death of a polo player who literally loses his head is investigated. Meanwhile, McGarrett’s mother pays him an unexpected visit.
- 42m
- Directed by Christine Moore
- Written by Stephanie Sengupta
Guest stars
- Taylor Wily Kamekona Tupuola
- Brian Yang Charlie Fong
- Guy Wilson Jake Madsen
- Bai Ling Esmerelda
- Robbie Amell Billy Keats
- Jack Dimich Randy Thorpe
- Christine Lahti Doris McGarrett
- Jere Burns Spencer Madsen
Episode 5Mohai (Offering)Aired November 5, 2012
A grisly murder leads Five-0 to discover a ritualistic killing on Halloween, and the evidence suggests that the murderer will soon strike again.
- 42m
- Directed by Jerry Levine
Guest stars
- Taylor Wily Kamekona Tupuola
- Brian Yang Charlie Fong
- Teilor Grubbs Grace Williams
- Donnell Jewell Williams Police Officer
- Christopher Rodriguez Marquette Seth Tilton
- Chris Coy Jesse Hills
- Lee Meriwether Helen Tilton
- Albert Ueligitone Officer Hale
Episode 6I Ka Wa Mamua (In a Time Past)Aired November 12, 2012
When Danny is forced to remain completely still while bomb technicians disarm a bomb that he has accidentally almost triggered, McGarrett distracts him by getting his partner to tell the story about his toughest and most emotional case from his days as a cop in New Jersey.
- 44m
Guest stars
- Teilor Grubbs Grace Williams
- Sydney Tamiia Poitier Grace Tilwell
- Kendall Jenner AJ
- John Colton Secretary of Defense
- T.I. Ray
- Terrence Howard Billy
- Jeremy Luke Nicky Bova / Punk
- Mark Wilson EOD Soldier #2
Episode 7Ohuna (The Secret)Aired November 19, 2012
While the team investigates the murder of a young computer hacker, McGarrett tries to stage a long-needed reunion between his mother and his sister.
- 44m
- Directed by Larry Teng
- Written by Mike Schaub
Guest stars
- Dennis Chun Duke Lukela
- Brian Yang Charlie Fong
- Alan Ruck Mr. Slater
- Christine Lahti Doris McGarrett
- Melinda McGraw Patricia Slater
- Taryn Manning Mary Ann McGarrett
- Matt Bush Zack Slater
- Carlo Rota Sean Winston
Episode 8Wahine‘inoloa (Evil Woman)Aired November 26, 2012
McGarrett plays cat and mouse with a smart and seductive therapist he believes murdered her patient. Meanwhile, Catherine must hunt down one of Doris's old targets who is now seeking revenge.
- 44m
- Written by Stephanie Sengupta
Guest stars
- Dennis Chun Duke Lukela
- Christine Lahti Doris McGarrett
- Vanessa Marcil Dr. Olivia Victor
- Amy Sloan Lindsay O'Connell
- Nicole Travolta Jayne
- Michael Jay Green Gerard Burns
- Carlos Bernard Chris Channing
- Michael Sun Lee Maui PD Lieutenant Kala
Episode 9Ha‘awe Make Loa (Death Wish)Aired December 3, 2012
Max and his crush (Rumer Willis) get put in harm’s way when a botched bank robbery leads the team to determine that the criminals had very unexpected motives. Meanwhile, Danny is stuck with the tough task of coming to the rescue of the most beautiful women in the world when a stalker goes after a Victoria’s Secret model.
- 44m
Guest stars
- Taylor Wily Kamekona Tupuola
- Brian Yang Charlie Fong
- Teilor Grubbs Grace Williams
- Rumer Willis Sabrina Lane
- Behati Prinsloo Behati Prinsloo
- Jacquelyn Jablonski Nina
- Jasmine Tookes Monique
- Z Zoccolante Denise Pope
Episode 10Huaka‘i Kula (Field Trip)Aired December 10, 2012
An Aloha Girls camping trip with Grace turns deadly when an armed man takes McGarrett and a little girl hostage. Meanwhile, Adam introduces Kono to his dangerous brother who was recently released from prison.
- 43m
- Directed by Eric Laneuville
Guest stars
- Ian Anthony Dale Adam Noshimuri
- Teilor Grubbs Grace Williams
- Daniel Henney Michael Noshimuri
- Emily Alyn Lind Lucy
- Analei T. Song Riley Carlo
- Tom Arnold Ron Alberts
- Lesley Boone Madeline
- Tom Schanley Wilson Hines
Episode 11Kahu (Guardian)Aired December 17, 2012
After a carjack attempt on Steve and Catherine, they meet a boy whose father is missing and could be a grave danger.
- 43m
Guest stars
- Dennis Chun Duke Lukela
- Taylor Wily Kamekona Tupuola
- Tristan Lake Leabu Ethan Awana
- George Takei Uncle Choi
- Juan Gabriel Pareja Moku Bradford
- Lew Temple Stuart Rizzi
- Andrew Elvis Miller Bruce Awana
- David Rees Snell Freddy Schumaker
Episode 12Kapu (Forbidden)Aired January 14, 2013
Danny and McGarrett investigate the murder of an Oahu University professor whose body is found decomposing in a tub of acid and his boss, his teaching assistant and a student who he busted for cheating are all viable suspects.
- 43m
- Directed by Steven DePaul
Guest stars
- Taylor Wily Kamekona Tupuola
- Brian Yang Charlie Fong
- Janel Parrish Rebecca Fine
- Andrew Lawrence Eric Russo
- Will Yun Lee Sang Min
- Matt Jones Bullwinkle
- Jeff Fahey Dr. Brian Stevens
- Mike Manning Jonah Adkins
Episode 13Olelo Ho‘opa‘i Make (Death Sentence)Aired January 20, 2013
Chin Ho is kidnapped and wakes to find himself trapped in Halawa prison disguised as an inmate. With no time to waste, the team must bypass the rules to save Chon Ho’s life.
- 44m
Guest stars
- Ian Anthony Dale Adam Noshimuri
- Dennis Chun Duke Lukela
- Taylor Wily Kamekona Tupuola
- Brian Yang Charlie Fong
- Matt Gerald Warrick
- Lindsay Price Leilani
- Daniel Baldwin Paul Delano
- Jason Scott Lee Detective Kaleo
Episode 14Hana I Wa ‘Ia (Scandal)Aired January 21, 2013
The team is directed to investigate when a prostitute is murdered in a Congressman's home, who is nowhere to be found. Danny has his own drama as the custody hearing regarding Grace goes to court.
- 42m
- Directed by Larry Teng
- Written by Mike Schaub
Guest stars
- Brian Yang Charlie Fong
- Richard T. Jones Sam Denning
- Mark Dacascos Wo Fat
- Stephanie Jacobsen Amy Davidson
- Alicia Ziegler Mollie Bennett
- Patrick Fischler Ryan Webb
- Greg Wrangler Brad Powers
- Robbie Jones Josh Lowry
Episode 15HookmanAired February 4, 2013
In an update of an episode from the original series, Five-0 tracks a killer targeting cops… and McGarrett is next on the list.
- 42m
- Directed by Peter Weller
Guest stars
- Dennis Chun Duke Lukela
- Brian Yang Charlie Fong
- Richard T. Jones Sam Denning
- Peter Weller Curt Stoner
- Charlie Murphy Don McKinney
- William Sadler John McGarrett
- Max Weinberg Norm
- Norm Compton Troy Ookala
Episode 16Kekoa (Warrior)Aired February 11, 2013
Five-0 investigates the murder of a traditional Hawaiian fighting master. Meanwhile, McGarrett hires a private investigator to follow his mother.
- 44m
Guest stars
- Taylor Wily Kamekona Tupuola
- Brian Yang Charlie Fong
- Summer Glau Maggie Hoapili
- Christine Lahti Doris McGarrett
- Treat Williams Mick Logan
- Joel de la Fuente Shane Kawano
- Keith Jardine Ramsey Pollack
- Jason Tam Eddie Thorne
Episode 17Pa‘ani (The Game)Aired February 18, 2013
As the island prepares itself for the Pro Bowl, an executive from a California technology company is found dead after a tactical ops team building exercise. Unexpectedly, a star running back from the football game (Arian Foster) winds up helping Five-0 during the investigation.
- 44m
Guest stars
- Dennis Chun Duke Lukela
- Taylor Wily Kamekona Tupuola
- Larry Manetti Nicky 'The Kid' Demarco
- Shawn Mokuahi Garnett Flippa
- Pat Monahan Neil Redding
- Arian Foster Arian Foster
- Brennan Elliott Brent Mercer
- Matt Bushell Timothy Cross
Episode 18Na Ki‘i (Dolls)Aired March 18, 2013
While apprehending his latest fugitive, Dog the Bounty Hunter is witness to a woman falling off a balcony to her death. Five-0's trail leads them to discover that the victim lead a double life as a roller derby player. Unable to get any useful information about the victim from her teammates, Catherine is asked to go undercover as the team's jammer. Doris comes home to find a burglar robbing her stash of sensitive information.
- 43m
- Written by Stephanie Sengupta and Michael Reisz
Guest stars
- Duane 'Dog' Chapman Dog the Bounty Hunter
- Christine Lahti Doris McGarrett
- Zoë Bell Shanon Morgan
- Donnell Jewell Williams Police Officer
- Tiffany Dupont Crimson Bride
- Drew Powell Coach Eric Blair / Larry Banks
- Beth Smith Beth Smith
- Lyssa 'Baby' Chapman Baby Chapman
Episode 19Hoa Pili (Close Friends)Aired March 25, 2013
When threats turn deadly against a tour company that endangers the local shark population, Five-0 faces the difficult task of narrowing down the suspect list. Meanwhile, the team debates whether or not Kamekona will earn his helicopter license.
- 43m
Guest stars
- Taylor Wily Kamekona Tupuola
- Brian Yang Charlie Fong
- Lindsay Price Leilani
- Kala Alexander Kawika
- Tanoai Reed Levi Parker
- Keo Woolford Det. James Chang
- Mac Brandt Craig Brant
- James C. Victor Jay Lappert
Episode 20Olelo Pa‘a (The Promise)Aired April 15, 2013
McGarrett and Catherine head into North Korea to retrieve a fallen friend's body. While there, McGarrett recalls his last perilous mission in the country.
- 44m
- Directed by Joe Dante
Guest stars
- Alan Ritchson Freddie Hart
- Terry O'Quinn Joe White
- Jimmy Buffett Frank Bama
- Rick Yune Han Ji-Woon
- Robert Picardo C.I.A. Man
- Larry Wegger Vice Admiral
- Vince Shin Combatant
- John Quincy Adams Freddie's Father
Episode 21Imi Loko Ka ‘Uhane (Seek Within One's Soul)Aired April 29, 2013
Five-0 allows a talk show host and her crew to follow them for the day, but the investigation turns dangerous when they have a run-in with Wo Fat.
- 42m
Guest stars
- Dennis Chun Duke Lukela
- Taylor Wily Kamekona Tupuola
- Brian Yang Charlie Fong
- Mark Dacascos Wo Fat
- Shawn Mokuahi Garnett Flippa
- Aisha Tyler Savannah Walker
- Lili Mirojnick Kammie Leeds
- Noah Beggs Agent Kershaw
Episode 22Ho‘opio (To Take Captive)Aired May 6, 2013
When the body of a young girl who was kidnapped 10 years earlier is discovered, Five-0 must hunt down the kidnappers who have now taken their next victim. Meanwhile, Kono asks Catherine for a favor that could damage her relationship with Adam.
- 44m
Guest stars
- Dennis Chun Duke Lukela
- Taylor Wily Kamekona Tupuola
- Teilor Grubbs Grace Williams
- Shawn Mokuahi Garnett Flippa
- Diane Ako News Reporter
- Adam Wang Yakuza Soldier #1
- Henry Rollins Ray Beckett
- Don Swayze Lloyd Grimes
Episode 23He Welo ‘Oihana (Family Business)Aired May 13, 2013
McGarrett must help his mother execute a covert op to retrieve an incriminating microfiche. Meanwhile, Kono’s life is in danger when she closes in on Adam’s secret.
- 44m
Guest stars
- Ian Anthony Dale Adam Noshimuri
- Taylor Wily Kamekona Tupuola
- Teilor Grubbs Grace Williams
- David Keith Wade Gutches
- Daniel Henney Michael Noshimuri
- Christine Lahti Doris McGarrett
- Treat Williams Mick Logan
- Stephen Meyers Paramedic
Episode 24Aloha. Malama Pono (Farewell & Take Care)Aired May 20, 2013
When a plane lands on Oahu with four bodies on board and a missing terrorist detainee, the CIA tasks Five-0 with finding him before he carries out an attack on U.S. soil. Meanwhile, Kono is on the run from the police for a murder she did not commit, and McGarrett’s prison visit to Wo Fat ends with a shocking discovery.
- 44m
Guest stars
- Ian Anthony Dale Adam Noshimuri
- Brian Yang Charlie Fong
- Daniel Henney Michael Noshimuri
- Jake Feagai Guard #2
- Mark Dacascos Wo Fat
- Christine Lahti Doris McGarrett
- Autumn Reeser Gabrielle Asano
- Justin Bruening Billy Harrington