Nashville: Season 3
Season 3 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Nashville Season 2.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 3 Progress Shield
That's Me Without You
Sep 24, 2014
Rayna has to choose between two men and two directions her life might take.
How Far Down Can I Go
Oct 1, 2014
Rayna attempts to use some new publicity opportunities to promote her album and the record label.
I Can't Get Over You to Save My Life
Oct 8, 2014
Juliette attempts to hide a secret that could stop her from getting a role in a film.
I Feel Sorry for Me
Oct 15, 2014
Rayna wants Sadie to sign to her label and entices her with a girls' day out. Juliette is unable to hide her pregnancy symptoms any longer.
Road Happy
Oct 22, 2014
Juliette is concerned about filming a sex scene while attempting to hide her pregnancy. Kiley makes plans to leave town whilst a homeless man manages to make an impact on Scarlett.
Nobody Said It Was Going to Be Easy
Oct 29, 2014
A health scare sees Juliette asking Avery if he wants to be a part of the baby's life.
I'm Coming Home to You
Nov 12, 2014
Rayna increases her publicity by singing on "Dancing With the Stars" and having a reporter follow her, but she then soon misses her privacy. Juliette finds it hard to deal with sin
You're Lookin' at Country
Nov 19, 2014
While attending the 48th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville, Rayna discovers Luke's prenuptial agreement.
Two Sides to Every Story
Dec 3, 2014
Rayna broadcasts a Christmas special from her home and has the chance to perform at Winterfest.
First to Have a Second Chance
Dec 10, 2014
Rayna is feeling conflicted about leaving the children behind to go back on tour. Sadie runs into a former partner.
I'm Not that Good at Goodbye
Feb 4, 2015
Luke and Rayna's daughters are not happy to learn the wedding has been canceled.
I've Got Reasons to Hate You
Feb 11, 2015
Rayna attempts to shrug off rumors about her and Luke's breakup as she gets ready to return to the stage.
I'm Lost Between Right and Wrong
Feb 18, 2015
Rayna learns about Jeff's plan to sign Maddie to Edgehill. Luke and Gunnar come up with some revenge songs.
Somebody Pick Up My Pieces
Feb 25, 2015
After Rayna reveals Jeff's indiscretions to the board members, Edgehill Republic begins to fall apart. Deacon considers a clinical trial. Scarlett reconnects with Gunnar. Juliette
That's the Way Love Goes
Mar 4, 2015
The Grand Ole Opry honors Rayna on a special anniversary, so she asks Deacon and her daughters to sing with her. Meanwhile, Will's distressed to be collaborating with a gay man on
I Can't Keep Away from You
Apr 1, 2015
Rayna tries to help Deacon, but her efforts backfire. Meanwhile, Scarlett prepares to open for Rascal Flatts, but her past problems make her fear performing again. Layla grows conf
This Just Ain't a Good Day for Leavin'
Apr 8, 2015
Juliette looks forward to her baby shower filled with celebrity guests, but Rayna must back out of hosting it to help Sadie. Meanwhile, rising star Ron Pope courts records deals wi
Nobody Knows But Me
Apr 15, 2015
Jeff is forced to revisit his past when he is faced with his ex-fiancee. Maddie struggles with the news about Deacon's illness. Juliette is eager to get back to work after the birt
The Storm Has Just Begun
Apr 22, 2015
The brightest stars of Nashville have gathered in support of Teddy’s music education initiative, “Note By Note,” where Juliette plans her return to the spotlight – and Layla finds
Time Changes Things
Apr 29, 2015
Jade throws a Malibu beach party, Juliette gives an impromptu rooftop concert and Rayna tries to save deacon’s life.
Is The Better Part Over
May 6, 2015
Juliette is back on top following her performance high above highway 65 while Deacon’s cancer diagnosis becomes public and he and Rayna grapple with what the future holds.
Before You Go Make Sure You Know
May 13, 2015
Juliette is laser-focused on finishing her album – and when she puts everything and everyone she loves behind it – Avery makes a decision that impacts their lives forever. Deacon’s