Frasier: Season 3
Frasier Season 3 continues the overarching saga across 24 episodes. Following many years spent at the Cheers bar, Frasier moves back home to Seattle to work as a radio psychiatrist. The series follows the American television sitcom format, continuing the narrative within the family and professional framework established in earlier seasons. The overarching saga unfolds across the 24 episodes comprising the third seaso
Season 3 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Frasier spent many years at the Cheers bar before relocating.
- Frasier moves back home to Seattle.
- Frasier works as a radio psychiatrist.
- The series is a family-oriented sitcom.
Season overview
Frasier Season 3 continues the overarching saga across 24 episodes. Following many years spent at the Cheers bar, Frasier moves back home to Seattle to work as a radio psychiatrist. The series follows the American television sitcom format, continuing the narrative within the family and professional framework established in earlier seasons. The overarching saga unfolds across the 24 episodes comprising the third season, maintaining the continuity of Frasier's life in Seattle where he engages with his radio audience and navigates his daily environment following his departure from Boston and the Cheers bar.
Episode Guide
Season 3 Progress Shield
She's the Boss
Sep 19, 1995
When Frasier refuses to change his show to suit his new female boss, she banishes him to the "graveyard" shift.
Shrink Rap
Sep 26, 1995
A psychotherapy partnership between Frasier and Niles brings out the worst in their relationship.
Martin Does It His Way
Oct 10, 1995
The death of Frasier's great aunt inspires Martin to pursue his lifelong dream of writing a song for Frank Sinatra.
Leapin' Lizards
Oct 31, 1995
Frasier decides to retaliate against Bulldog's childish pranks with a trick of his own, which winds up putting the new station manager in the hospital.
Kisses Sweeter Than Wine
Nov 7, 1995
While Frasier frantically prepares to host an important party, Niles tries to dissuade Daphne from pursuing a romance with Frasier's contractor.
Sleeping with the Enemy (1)
Nov 14, 1995
Labor relations go from heated to hot and heavy when Frasier and his boss negotiate a staff raise -- and an unexpected passion for each other.
The Adventures of Bad Boy and Dirty Girl (2)
Nov 21, 1995
Frasier and Kate vow to end their office romance, but can't seem to keep their hands off each other!
The Last Time I Saw Maris
Nov 28, 1995
Niles follows Frasier's advice to stand up to Maris, but she responds by asking for a divorce.
Frasier Grinch
Dec 19, 1995
Frasier's thrilled by the prospect of a Christmas visit from his son, but he's forced to brave the mall on Christmas Eve to find just the right gift.
It's Hard to Say Goodbye If You Won't Leave
Jan 9, 1996
Frasier realizes he has strong feelings for Kate, just when she announces that she's relocating to Chicago.
The Friend
Jan 16, 1996
Frasier befriends Bob, a wheelchair-bound man whom he doesn't have the heart to "dump" after he discovers they have nothing in common.
Come Lie with Me
Jan 30, 1996
Frasier is uncomfortable when Daphne's boyfriend spends the night in her room, but soon finds he's even more uncomfortable with the prospect of Daphne moving out.
Moon Dance
Feb 6, 1996
Realizing that it's time he started dating again, Niles takes Daphne to a society ball.
The Show Where Diane Comes Back
Feb 13, 1996
The arrival of Diane Chambers in Seattle puts Frasier on an emotional roller coaster ride.
A Word to the Wiseguy
Feb 20, 1996
When Maris gets in trouble with the law, Niles seeks the help of a shady character who will solve the problem in return for a "favor."
Look Before You Leap
Feb 27, 1996
In honor of Leap Year, Frasier urges his friends and family members to try something daring, but their own "leaps" don't turn out as expected.
High Crane Drifter
Mar 12, 1996
Much to his chagrin, Frasier becomes a local hero after he physically assaults a rude customer at Cafe Nervosa.
Chess Pains
Mar 26, 1996
Frasier challenges his father to a game of chess, but when Martin wins, Frasier becomes obsessed with beating him.
Crane vs. Crane
Apr 9, 1996
Frasier and Niles square off in a court battle over the competency of an eccentric millionaire.
Police Story
Apr 23, 1996
Frasier sets his sights on a female police officer who actually has a crush on his father.
Where There's Smoke There's Fired
Apr 30, 1996
The new station owner asks Frasier to help his fiancee stop smoking, but Frasier panics when he realizes who his "patient" is.
Frasier Loves Roz
May 7, 1996
Roz mistakenly thinks Frasier is in love with her when he tries to break up her new relationship.
The Focus Group
May 14, 1996
When Frasier learns that one member of a focus group doesn't like his show, he stops at nothing to find out the reason.
You Can Go Home Again
May 21, 1996
Listening to a tape of his very first radio show sends Frasier on a somewhat uncomfortable trip down Memory Lane.