Season 3
Season 3 | Number of Episodes: 24
Premiere Airdate	June 5, 2012
Finale Airdate	March 19, 2013
Slogan	Time to bring your A game.
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Season 3 takes place five months after the Liars learn that Hanna's best friend, Mona Vanderwaal, is the infamous "A". When returning for their senior year, Spencer, Hanna, Aria and Emily continue to face the on-going mystery regarding Alison's death. A new "A" also rises after the downfall of Mona's revelation. The new "A" is revealed to be a team of people who are expected to follow specific orders given by a blonde woman wearing a red coat. The first half of the season focuses on the unexpected exhumation of Alison's body, the investigation regarding Maya's death and uncovering who the Black Swan from the masquerade ball. Hanna attempts to find answers by visiting Mona at Radley Sanitarium while Aria is introduced to Maggie, Ezra's ex-girlfriend whom he had a child with. Emily comes face to face with Maya's killer and Spencer begins to feel betrayed by her own family when her Mother agrees to take Garrett's side for his upcoming trial. After Toby is revealed as the second "A" team member, the second half of the season shifts focus to the mystery surrounding the woman in the red coat. Spencer quickly becomes withdrawn from her friends after finding out Toby's secret and Aria begins to suspect that her father might have been involved in Alison's death. Meanwhile, Hanna attempts to reconnect Caleb with his biological father and Emily is more motivated than ever to figure out who murdered Alison after it is revealed that she spent the summer before being buried alive in Cape May with Cece and Detective Wilden.

Storylines

Spencer Hastings

Spencer continues to figure out answers about Alison's death while her relationship with Toby deepens. She attempts to figure out answers about Alison's death while her relationship with Toby takes a number of hits and misses. Continued evidence and drama leads her to fight with her sister Melissa even more and a shocking secret about Melissa is revealed and Spencer's mother starts to defend Garrett for his trial against murder.

Emily Fields

After losing Maya and finding Alison's grave empty, Emily continues to struggle with her loss during her senior year. She is more motivated then ever to find answers about Alison's killer and still just barely hoping that Maya might still be alive. Emily is not miss perfect anymore, having spent her summer heavily partying and drinking. Emily has a job at Rear window brew and Emily finds some solace after meeting Maya's cousin Nate in "Birds of a Feather,".

Hanna Marin

Hanna is determined to find answers about Alison's death by visiting Mona at Radley Sanitarium. She continues to hold a relationship with Caleb while also overcoming Mona's betrayal. She is also growing closer to Wren who works at the Radley Sanitarium. Caleb doesn't approve of Hanna's visits to Mona, so he threatens Mona to leave Hanna alone. Later in the season, Hanna and Caleb break-up. Hanna is also accused of stealing Alison's body by Officer Wilden. Hanna and Caleb later get back together and continue their relationship secretly so "A" wouldn't mess with it.

Aria Montgomery

Aria's romance with Ezra continues to plague her relationship with her family especially her father. Like the rest of the four, Aria is just as determined to find more answers. But since the end of season two, Aria's parents have separated and her mother has moved out. Her mother, Ella, says that it wasn't Aria and Ezra's fault but, more the fact that they'd married young and grown apart. Aria's father starts to date Meredith and as a result, Aria puts up a dating profile for her mother on an online dating website.

Cast

Main Cast

• Troian Bellisario as Spencer Hastings (24/24)
• Lucy Hale as Aria Montgomery (24/24)
• Ashley Benson as Hanna Marin (24/24)
• Shay Mitchell as Emily Fields (24/24)
• Ian Harding as Ezra Fitz (18/24)
• Tyler Blackburn as Caleb Rivers (15/24)
• Janel Parrish as Mona Vanderwaal (14/24)
• Laura Leighton as Ashley Marin (13/24)
• Holly Marie Combs as Ella Montgomery (13/24)
• Sasha Pieterse as Alison DiLaurentis (13/24)/Red Coat (8/24)
• Chad Lowe as Byron Montgomery (9/24)

Recurring/Guest Cast

• Keegan Allen as Toby Cavanaugh (13/24)
• Lindsey Shaw as Paige McCullers (11/24)
• Tammin Sursok as Jenna Marshall (8/24)
• Julian Morris as Wren Kingston (8/24)
• Bryce Johnson as Darren Wilden (8/24)
• Torrey DeVitto as Melissa Hastings (7/24)
• Lesley Fera as Veronica Hastings (7/24)
• Drew Van Acker as Jason DiLaurentis (7/24)
• Sterling Sulieman as Nathan St. Germain/Lyndon James (7/24)
• Brendan Robinson as Lucas Gottesman (6/24)
• Vanessa Ray as CeCe Drake (6/24)
• Nia Peeples as Pam Fields (6/24)
• Yani Gellman as Garrett Reynolds (5/24)
• Gregg Sulkin as Wesley Fitzgerald (4/24)
• Aeriel Miranda as Shana (4/24)
• Bianca Lawson as Maya St. Germain (4/24)
• Amanda Schull as Meredith Sorenson (4/24)
• Larisa Oleynik as Maggie Cutler (3/24)
• Brant Daugherty as Noel Kahn (3/24)
• Annabeth Gish as Anne Sullivan (2/24)
• Brandon W. Jones as Andrew Campbell (2/24)
• Steve Talley as Zack (2/24)
• Andrew Elvis Miller as Miles Corwin (2/24)
• Mary Page Keller as Dianne Fitzgerald (2/24)
• Shane Coffey as Holden Strauss (1/24)
• Nolan North as Peter Hastings (1/24)
• Eric Steinberg as Wayne Fields (1/24)
• Robbie Amell as Eric Kahn (1/24)

Episodes

Image	Title	Original Airdate	No. in series	No. in season
	It Happened 'That Night'	June 5, 2012	48	3.01
	As the second anniversary of Alison's disappearance nears, Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer are thrown back into turmoil after a shocking night.
	Blood Is The New Black	June 12, 2012	49	3.02
	One of Aria's past indiscretions is fodder for a new "A." A still-shaky Emily tries to focus on school, but could be derailed when she remembers a crucial piece from "that night."
	Kingdom of the Blind	June 19, 2012	50	3.03
	When Spencer questions her mother taking on Garrett's case, she stumbles upon a larger secret. Aria agrees to be Jenna's accompanist.
	Birds of a Feather	June 26, 2012	51	3.04
	Hanna and Mona's visits cause tension with Caleb. Emily finds solace after meeting Maya's cousin. Spencer must know the truth about Melissa.
	That Girl is Poison	July 10, 2012	52	3.05
	Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer think Jenna's birthday party could be the perfect setting for "A" to strike - and for them to catch their tormentor.
	The Remains of the "A"	July 17, 2012	53	3.06
	A new clue could lead the girls down the wrong path. Emily gets another flashback from "that night," leading to a surprising suspect, and Aria questions Ezra's new influx of cash.
	Crazy	July 24, 2012	54	3.07
	When things look dire for Hanna, the girls turn to Mona to help their friend out. Plus, someone from Alison and Jason's past arrives in Rosewood.
	Stolen Kisses	July 31, 2012	55	3.08
	Trying to explain the drugged flask to Paige leads Emily to more insights about "that night." Spencer asks Caleb for help and Aria learns about Ezra's past.
	The Kahn Game	August 7, 2012	56	3.09
	Aria and Spencer may engage in a heated game of "Truth" to get some answers from Jenna - but are they willing to give up some of their "truths"?
	What Lies Beneath	August 14, 2012	57	3.10
	Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer follow a lead about where Maya might have been before her murder. Meanwhile, Aria must deal with the aftermath of meeting Ezra's mom.
	Single Fright Female	August 21, 2012	58	3.11
	Spencer learns about Paige's shocking past with Ali, but will Emily listen to what her friends have to say? Aria feels she has to help Ezra move on from his past.
	The Lady Killer	August 28, 2012	59	3.12
	Emily is caught in the crossfire as Maya's murderer is revealed and the girls are betrayed by someone close to them.
	Pretty Dirty Secrets	August 28 - October 23	/	8 webisodes
	The webisodes are quite short, each just a few minutes in length. The series reveals some hidden clues to as what we might be expecting in Season 3B.
	This Is A Dark Ride	October 23, 2012	60	3.13
	Trick or treat? The Rosewood Halloween Ghost Train becomes one killer party in this special Halloween-themed episode. Plus, Adam Lambert performs.
	She's Better Now	January 8, 2013	61	3.14
	Radley Sanitarium has given Mona a clean bill of health and she is headed back to Rosewood High, much to the girls' dismay. Could their former tormentor really be cured?
	Mona-Mania	January 15, 2013	62	3.15
	Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer are sure that Mona is up to her old tricks again, but can they prove it? Meanwhile, Aria's fears about her father grow stronger.
	Misery Loves Company	January 22, 2013	63	3.16
	Meredith helps take care of Aria when she is sick - but could Meredith have ulterior motives? Spencer surprises Toby for their anniversary.
	Out of the Frying Pan, Into the Inferno	January 29,2013	64	3.17
	Will their secrets drive the girls to take desperate actions that could make things worse? Plus, Emily learns more about what Ali may have been hiding the summer before her murder.
	Dead to Me	February 5, 2013	65	3.18
	Alison's family is set to bury her again, now that they have her remains, but the girls are divided about going to yet another memorial. Emily visits Dr. Sullivan.
	What Becomes of the Broken-Hearted	February 12, 2013	66	3.19
	Spencer takes her anger and hurt over her breakup out on Mona. Aria finds she is spending more time with Wes. Emily and Jason work together.
	Hot Water	February 19, 2013	67	3.20
	Holding new information about Detective Wilden, Aria, Emily and Hanna are on the hunt for answers about the detective's past. Spencer finds someone to lean on.
	Out of Sight, Out of Mind	February 26, 2013	68	3.21
	Spencer is now ready to talk, but Emily is not ready to accept what she has to say. Hanna helps her mother and keeps a new secret, and wonders if "A" had something to do with it.
	Will The Circle Be Unbroken?	March 5, 2013	69	3.22
	Aria, Emily and Hanna try to locate a missing Spencer - but Spencer may not want to be found. Emily meets Olympic gold medalist Missy Franklin.
	I'm Your Puppet	March 12, 2013	70	3.23
	"A" plays games with higher stakes. Aria considers things with Ezra and Hanna is thrown in the midst of Caleb's family drama. Spencer looks for answers about Mona's time in Radley.
	A DAngerous GAme	March 19, 2013	71	3.24
	The girls attempt to put an end to the game. With so much happening and new information uncovered, will the girls be ready for what is waiting for them?

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