Lost: Season 3

2006
23 episodes

The castaways continue to seek strength as paranoia increases, prompting the revelation of more backstories -- and more secrets about the island.

Season 3 of Lost premiered on October 4, 2006 and has 23 episodes, from "A Tale of Two Cities" to "Through the Looking Glass (2)". The last episode aired on May 23, 2007.

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In the United States, you can stream Lost on Hulu and fuboTV. You can also buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. It is on streaming services in 64 countries.

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Episodes

Episode 1A Tale of Two CitiesAired October 4, 2006
Jack, Kate, and Sawyer are prisoners of the mysterious "Others." After their captors drug them and take blood samples, they are held in separate areas. The camp leaders--Ben (Henry Gale), Mr. Friendly and a new woman, Juliet--try to make the castaways adjust to their new circumstances. Flashbacks reveal more about Jack's past with his father and his wife Sarah.
- 43m
- Directed by Jack Bender
- Written by J.J. Abrams and Damon Lindelof
Guest stars
- William Mapother Ethan Rom
- Brett Cullen Goodwin Stanhope
- Julie Ow Nurse
- Julie Bowen Sarah Wagner
- Julie Adams Amelia
- Stephen Semel Adam
- M.C. Gainey Tom Friendly
- John Terry Christian Shephard
Episode 2The Glass BallerinaAired October 11, 2006
Sun and Jin's lives are put in danger when Sayid tries to locate Jack and the other missing castaways. Sayid also creates a plan in order to get the attention of the "Others" on the beach. Meanwhile, Henry (i.e. Ben) gives Jack an offer that is very tempting in exchange for his cooperation. Lastly, Kate and Sawyer must adjust to harsh conditions that are being forced upon them by "The Others."
- 43m
- Directed by Paul A. Edwards
- Written by Drew Goddard and Jeff Pinkner
Guest stars
- Paula Malcomson Colleen Pickett
- Tony Lee Jae-Young Lee
- Michael Bowen Danny Pickett
- M.C. Gainey Tom Friendly
- Tania Raymonde Alex Rousseau
- Byron Chung Woo-Jung Paik
- Tomiko Lee Mrs. Lee
- Joah Buley Luke
Episode 3Further InstructionsAired October 18, 2006
Locke, Eko and Desmond are found scattered about the island after the implosion of the hatch. Locke receives a message from the Island asking him to fix the situation he caused. Hurley returns to the beach camp to report the imprisonment of Kate, Jack and Sawyer by the Others. Desmond has been fundamentally altered by the implosion, giving him a mysterious new power.
- 42m
- Directed by Stephen Williams
- Written by Carlton Cuse and Elizabeth Sarnoff
Guest stars
- Ian Somerhalder Boone Carlyle
- Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje Eko Tunde
- Kiele Sanchez Nikki Fernandez
- Rodrigo Santoro Paulo
- Justin Chatwin Eddie Colburn
- Chris Mulkey Mike
- Virginia Morris Jan
- Joel Himelhoch Sheriff
Episode 4Every Man for HimselfAired October 25, 2006
The Others prevent Sawyer and Kate from escaping, leaving Sawyer perplexed by the extent of the measures taken to keep them imprisoned. Jack is asked to use his medical training to save the life of one of the Others. At the beach, Desmond's strange behavior attracts attention. He begins to construct a mysterious device.
- 43m
- Directed by Stephen Williams
- Written by Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz
Guest stars
- Rodrigo Santoro Paulo
- Kim Dickens Cassidy Phillips
- Ian Gomez Munson
- Paula Malcomson Colleen Pickett
- Michael Bowen Danny Pickett
- Bill Duke Warden Harris
- M.C. Gainey Tom Friendly
- Dorian Burns Corrections Officer
Episode 5The Cost of LivingAired November 1, 2006
A delirious Eko wrestles with past demons; some of the castaways go to the Pearl station to find a computer they can use to locate Jack, Kate and Sawyer; Jack does not know who to trust when two of the Others are at odds with each other.
- 43m
- Directed by Jack Bender
- Written by Monica Owusu-Breen and Alison Schapker
Guest stars
- Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje Eko Tunde
- Kiele Sanchez Nikki Fernandez
- Rodrigo Santoro Paulo
- Andrew Divoff Mikhail Bakunin
- Adetokumboh M'Cormack Yemi
- Michael Bowen Danny Pickett
- Hakeem Kae-Kazim Emeka
- Lawrence Terrill Soldier
Episode 6I DoAired November 8, 2006
Jack makes a decision regarding Ben's offer. Sawyer's life is placed in danger when Pickett decides to make good on his threat. Locke discovers a hidden message that may help unlock the island's secrets. Kate recalls memories from the past, which caused her to make an important choice.
- 43m
- Directed by Tucker Gates
- Written by Carlton Cuse and Damon Lindelof
Guest stars
- Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje Eko Tunde
- Kiele Sanchez Nikki Fernandez
- Rodrigo Santoro Paulo
- Fredric Lehne Edward Mars
- Michael Bowen Danny Pickett
- Nathan Fillion Kevin Callis
- M.C. Gainey Tom Friendly
- Tania Raymonde Alex Rousseau
Episode 7Not in PortlandAired February 7, 2007
Jack has the Others in a desperate situation as he holds Ben's life in his hands. Meanwhile, Kate and Sawyer try to escape from their captors. Flashbacks reveal Juliet's past as a medical researcher in Miami.
- 43m
- Directed by Stephen Williams
- Written by Carlton Cuse and Jeff Pinkner
Guest stars
- Nestor Carbonell Richard Alpert
- William Mapother Ethan Rom
- Željko Ivanek Edmund Burke
- Michael Bowen Danny Pickett
- Robin Weigert Rachel Carlson
- Rob Mac Aldo
- M.C. Gainey Tom Friendly
- Tania Raymonde Alex Rousseau
Episode 8Flashes Before Your EyesAired February 14, 2007
After Desmond rescues Claire from drowning, Charlie gets Hurley to help him find out why Desmond has seemed able to predict the future. Desmond recalls exactly what took place in the moments after he turns the key, where he experienced a strange vision of his life prior to his Army days.
- 43m
- Directed by Jack Bender
- Written by Drew Goddard and Damon Lindelof
Guest stars
- Alan Dale Charles Widmore
- Shishir Kurup Donovan
- Sonya Walger Penelope Hume
- Fionnula Flanagan Eloise Hawking
- David Cordell Jimmy Lennon
- Katie Doyle Receptionist
Episode 9Stranger in a Strange LandAired February 21, 2007
As Kate and Sawyer journey back to the main island with Karl, who is exhibiting effects of the brainwashing video, they argue over whether to go back and save Jack. On Hydra island, as Juliet's fate rests in his hands and a power struggle within the Others ensues, Jack recollects the time he spent in Phuket, Thailand and his relationship with Achara, a mysterious tattoo artist.
- 43m
- Directed by Paris Barclay
- Written by Christina M. Kim and Elizabeth Sarnoff
Guest stars
- James Huang Chet
- Diana Scarwid Isabel
- Bai Ling Achara
- M.C. Gainey Tom Friendly
- Tania Raymonde Alex Rousseau
- Kimberley Joseph Cindy Chandler
- Kiersten Havelock Emma
- Mickey Graue Zach
Episode 10Tricia Tanaka Is DeadAired February 28, 2007
Kate is still struggling over their decision to leave Jack in the hands of the Others as she and Sawyer return to their camp. Meanwhile, Hurley finds an old van in the jungle and attempts to use it to help a fellow survivor in need of faith and hope. Flashbacks reveal more of Hurley's tumultuous past with the numbers curse.
- 43m
- Directed by Eric Laneuville
- Written by Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz
Guest stars
- Kiele Sanchez Nikki Fernandez
- Rodrigo Santoro Paulo
- Cheech Marin David Reyes
- Suzanne Krull Lynn Karnoff
- Billy Ray Gallion Randy
- Mira Furlan Danielle Rousseau
- Lillian Hurst Carmen Reyes
- Sung-Hi Lee Tricia Tanaka
Episode 11Enter 77Aired March 7, 2007
On their mission to rescue Jack, Kate, Sayid, and Locke stumble upon a mysterious structure surrounded by farm animals and meet its strange inhabitant. Back at the camp, in order to reclaim his belongings, Sawyer plays in a ping-pong competition.
- 44m
- Directed by Stephen Williams
- Written by Carlton Cuse and Damon Lindelof
Guest stars
- Kiele Sanchez Nikki Fernandez
- Rodrigo Santoro Paulo
- Andrew Divoff Mikhail Bakunin
- April Grace Bea Klugh
- Shaun Toub Sami
- Mira Furlan Danielle Rousseau
- François Chau Pierre Chang
- Anne Bedian Amira
Episode 12Par AvionAired March 14, 2007
Claire has an idea to send a message to the outside world. Charlie, however, is resistant to the idea, and Desmond tries to sabotage the plan. As Claire tries to get the truth behind their actions out of the pair, she remembers traumatic events from her past. Meanwhile, the rescue party encounters a dangerous obstacle.
- 44m
- Directed by Paul A. Edwards
- Written by Christina M. Kim and Jordan Rosenberg
Guest stars
- Andrew Divoff Mikhail Bakunin
- Gabrielle Fitzpatrick Lindsey Littleton
- M.C. Gainey Tom Friendly
- Arlene Newman Carole Littleton
- Mira Furlan Danielle Rousseau
- John Terry Christian Shephard
- Julian Barnes Dr. Woodruff
- Rhett Giles Officer Barnes
Episode 13The Man from TallahasseeAired March 21, 2007
When Kate and Locke arrive at the Others' camp, Ben promises to tell Locke the island's secrets as long as he stops his destructive plan, and Kate's reunion with Jack doesn't go very well when she learns that the Others have offered him a deal. More of Locke's troubled past is revealed.
- 43m
- Directed by Jack Bender
- Written by Drew Goddard and Jeff Pinkner
Guest stars
- Nestor Carbonell Richard Alpert
- Kevin Tighe Anthony Cooper
- Brian Goodman Ryan Pryce
- Stephen Bishop Kincaid
- Patrick J. Adams Peter Talbot
- Cleo King Tamara Fry
- M.C. Gainey Tom Friendly
- Tania Raymonde Alex Rousseau
Episode 14ExposéAired March 28, 2007
As the truth about Sun's kidnapping by "the Others" comes to her attention, Hurley becomes suspicious of Sawyer's attempt to reveal the mystery behind two fellow survivors, Nikki and Paulo. Through series of flashbacks we will discover what Nikki and Paulo were doing before the crash and how they survived 65 days on the island.
- 42m
- Directed by Stephen Williams
- Written by Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz
Guest stars
- Ian Somerhalder Boone Carlyle
- Maggie Grace Shannon Rutherford
- Kiele Sanchez Nikki Fernandez
- Rodrigo Santoro Paulo
- William Mapother Ethan Rom
- Billy Dee Williams Billy Dee Williams
- Jacob Witkin Howard Zukerman
- Daniel Roebuck Leslie Arzt
Episode 15Left BehindAired April 4, 2007
Kate and Juliet are stranded in the jungle after Kate learns that there is a traitor in the survivor's midst. Meanwhile, Sawyer's poor attitude and selfish ways towards the beach community may earn him a vote of banishment if he doesn't have a change of heart.
- 43m
- Directed by Karen Gaviola
- Written by Damon Lindelof and Elizabeth Sarnoff
Guest stars
- Kim Dickens Cassidy Phillips
- Beth Broderick Diane Janssen
- Fredric Lehne Edward Mars
- Bill Ogilvie Man
Episode 16One of UsAired April 11, 2007
The celebration of Jack's return is cut short when he arrives at the beach with an Other, Juliet, whose flashbacks pick up from where they left off, showing us how she got onto the island and became an other. Meanwhile, Claire is threatened by a strange illness.
- 43m
- Directed by Jack Bender
- Written by Drew Goddard and Carlton Cuse
Guest stars
- Nestor Carbonell Richard Alpert
- Andrew Divoff Mikhail Bakunin
- William Mapother Ethan Rom
- Brett Cullen Goodwin Stanhope
- Robin Weigert Rachel Carlson
- Joah Buley Luke
- Tyrone Howard Airport Guard
Episode 17Catch-22Aired April 18, 2007
Desmond convinces Hurley, Jin, and Charlie to follow him on a trek through the jungle after he receives a series of visions. Flashbacks reveal the time that Desmond spent with a cloister of monks. Meanwhile, a despondent Kate turns to Sawyer for companionship after seeing Jack and Juliet together.
- 42m
- Directed by Stephen Williams
- Written by Brian K. Vaughan and Jeff Pinkner
Guest stars
- Andrew Connolly Brother Campbell
- Sonya Walger Penelope Hume
- Marsha Thomason Naomi Dorrit
- Joanna Bool Ruth
- Jack Maxwell Derek
Episode 18D.O.C.Aired April 25, 2007
Sun allows Juliet to examine her when she learns that all of "The Others" pregnant woman died before they gave birth on the island. Meanwhile, Desmond and an unlikely nemesis collaborate to save a new island inhabitant's life.
- 43m
- Directed by Frederick E. O. Toye
- Written by Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz
Guest stars
- Andrew Divoff Mikhail Bakunin
- Marsha Thomason Naomi Dorrit
- Byron Chung Woo-Jung Paik
- John Shin Mr. Kwon
- Alexis Rhee Older Woman
- Esmond Chung Paik's Associate
- Jean Chung Paik's Secretary
Episode 19The BrigAired May 2, 2007
After abandoning the Others, Locke takes Sawyer on a trek through the jungle to help him eliminate a common enemy. Meanwhile, back at the beach, the parachutist Naomi has crucial information about flight 815.
- 43m
- Directed by Eric Laneuville
- Written by Carlton Cuse and Damon Lindelof
Guest stars
- Nestor Carbonell Richard Alpert
- Kevin Tighe Anthony Cooper
- M.C. Gainey Tom Friendly
- Marsha Thomason Naomi Dorrit
- Mira Furlan Danielle Rousseau
- Kimberley Joseph Cindy Chandler
- Kiersten Havelock Emma
- Mickey Graue Zach
Episode 20The Man Behind the CurtainAired May 9, 2007
Ben unwillingly divulges information to Locke about the island, taking him on a journey to various locations including strange monuments and the mysterious Jacob. Back at the beach, Juliet's secret is revealed. Flashbacks will show us the origins of DHARMA and the history of the island, including 'the purge.'
- 43m
- Directed by Bobby Roth
- Written by Drew Goddard and Elizabeth Sarnoff
Guest stars
- Nestor Carbonell Richard Alpert
- Andrew Divoff Mikhail Bakunin
- Jon Gries Roger Linus
- Doug Hutchison Horace Goodspeed
- Sterling Beaumon Young Benjamin Linus
- M.C. Gainey Tom Friendly
- Carrie Preston Emily Linus
- Madeline Carroll Annie
Episode 21Greatest HitsAired May 16, 2007
While Jack devises a plan to do away with "The Others" once and for all, Sayid uncovers a flaw in "The Others'" system that could lead to everyone's rescue. But it requires Charlie to take on a dangerous task that may make Desmond's premonition come true. A Charlie-centric episode.
- 43m
- Directed by Stephen Williams
- Written by Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz
Guest stars
- Nestor Carbonell Richard Alpert
- Zack Shada Liam Pace
- Lana Parrilla Greta
- Neil Hopkins Liam Pace
- Brian Goodman Ryan Pryce
- Tracy Middendorf Bonnie
- Marsha Thomason Naomi Dorrit
- Sam Anderson Bernard Nadler
Episode 22Through the Looking Glass (1)Aired May 23, 2007
The season 3 finale finds the castaways preparing for an invasion by the slightly less mysterious Others, while Charlie and Desmond find more than they were looking for in the underwater "Looking Glass Hatch".
- 43m
- Directed by Jack Bender
- Written by Carlton Cuse and Damon Lindelof
Guest stars
- Malcolm David Kelley Walt Lloyd
- Nestor Carbonell Richard Alpert
- Andrew Divoff Mikhail Bakunin
- Julie Bowen Sarah Wagner
- Lana Parrilla Greta
- James Lesure Rob Hamill
- Brian Goodman Ryan Pryce
- Tracy Middendorf Bonnie
Episode 23Through the Looking Glass (2)Aired May 23, 2007
The season 3 finale finds the castaways preparing for an invasion by the slightly less mysterious Others, while Charlie and Desmond find more than they were looking for in the underwater "Looking Glass Hatch".
- 43m
- Directed by Jack Bender
- Written by Carlton Cuse and Damon Lindelof
Guest stars
- Malcolm David Kelley Walt Lloyd
- Nestor Carbonell Richard Alpert
- Andrew Divoff Mikhail Bakunin
- Julie Bowen Sarah Wagner
- Lana Parrilla Greta
- James Lesure Rob Hamill
- Brian Goodman Ryan Pryce
- Tracy Middendorf Bonnie