Hawaii Five-0: Season 3
Hawaii Five-0 Season 3 continues the overarching saga across 24 episodes. The series centers around a fictional special police major crimes task force operating at the behest of the governor of Hawaii, starring Alex O'Loughlin and Scott Caan. Steve McGarrett returns home to Oahu in order to find his father's killer, after which the governor offers him a position on the task force. The overarching saga of the series u
Season 3 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Steve McGarrett returns home to Oahu to find his father's killer.
- The governor offers Steve McGarrett the opportunity to lead a special police major crimes task force.
- The series stars Alex O'Loughlin and Scott Caan.
- The show is a remake of the 1968-1980 CBS television series.
Season overview
Hawaii Five-0 Season 3 continues the overarching saga across 24 episodes. The series centers around a fictional special police major crimes task force operating at the behest of the governor of Hawaii, starring Alex O'Loughlin and Scott Caan. Steve McGarrett returns home to Oahu in order to find his father's killer, after which the governor offers him a position on the task force. The overarching saga of the series unfolds through its 24-episode season, maintaining the focus on crime, drama, and action and adventure as the specialized unit investigates major crimes in Hawaii.
Episode Guide
Season 3 Progress Shield
La O Na Makuahine (Mother's Day)
Sep 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.
Kanalua (Doubt)
Oct 1, 2012
Steve goes to Cat for help finding his mother. When an art heist turns deadly, Five-0 turns to August March.
Lana I Ka Moana (Adrift)
Oct 8, 2012
Steve and Danny take some time off to enjoy a little fishing only to find themselves stranded and facing pirates.
Popilikia (Misfortune)
Oct 15, 2012
The death of a polo player who literally loses his head is investigated. Meanwhile, McGarrett’s mother pays him an unexpected visit.
Mohai (Offering)
Nov 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.
I Ka Wa Mamua (In a Time Past)
Nov 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 te
Ohuna (The Secret)
Nov 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.
Wahine‘inoloa (Evil Woman)
Nov 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 seeki
Ha‘awe Make Loa (Death Wish)
Dec 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 s
Huaka‘i Kula (Field Trip)
Dec 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 re
Kahu (Guardian)
Dec 17, 2012
After a carjack attempt on Steve and Catherine, they meet a boy whose father is missing and could be a grave danger.
Kapu (Forbidden)
Jan 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 h
Olelo Ho‘opa‘i Make (Death Sentence)
Jan 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.
Hana I Wa ‘Ia (Scandal)
Jan 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 Grac
Hookman
Feb 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.
Kekoa (Warrior)
Feb 11, 2013
Five-0 investigates the murder of a traditional Hawaiian fighting master. Meanwhile, McGarrett hires a private investigator to follow his mother.
Pa‘ani (The Game)
Feb 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 ru
Na Ki‘i (Dolls)
Mar 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
Hoa Pili (Close Friends)
Mar 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 d
Olelo Pa‘a (The Promise)
Apr 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.
Imi Loko Ka ‘Uhane (Seek Within One's Soul)
Apr 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.
Ho‘opio (To Take Captive)
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 Cath
He Welo ‘Oihana (Family Business)
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.
Aloha. Malama Pono (Farewell & Take Care)
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