Season Guide
Hell on Wheels — Season 3
Season 3 Review
Bohannon abandons seeking revenge for the deaths in his family in order to battle Durant for control of the Union Pacific Railroad. Eva gives birth to a baby that was sired during her marriage to Gregory Toole. Elam proposes marriage to her, even though her post-partum depression weighs heavily on her. The Swede takes up with a Mormon family on their way to Fort Smith and later reveals his true nature.
Episodes
1
SummaryIn the Season 3 opener, Cullen and Elam travel to New York to secure their positions on the railroad. Meanwhile, Durant fights for his legacy from prison.Our TakeFine. Just fine.…
2
SummaryCullen is forced to make a difficult decision; a reporter arrives in Hell on Wheels; and Elam has trouble with his new boss.Our TakeVery good — not the series' peak,…
3
SummaryAn attack on the cattle pens sends Cullen and Elam into the prairie in search of their stolen food. Then, a stranger's arrival threatens Elam's family.Our TakeServiceable television — it…
4
SummaryAfter a railroad accident, Cullen and Elam forge deep into Indian territory to secure a new lumber source. Meanwhile, Durant tells Louise a secret about Cullen.Our TakeA transition episode that…
5
SummaryCullen helps Elam track down a dangerous criminal. Meanwhile, chaos erupts in Hell on Wheels as the town prepares to move down the tracks.Our TakeMiddle-of-the-road. Watchable, but you'll forget the…
6
SummaryCullen's position is threatened after Durant files an injunction against the Union Pacific. Meanwhile, Elam deals with a dangerous newcomer.Our TakeA transition episode that sets up more than it delivers.…
7
SummaryA cholera epidemic in Hell on Wheels has Cullen seeking fresh water to help save his workers. Meanwhile, Durant faces political fallout.Our TakeMiddle-of-the-road. Watchable, but you'll forget the details by…
8
SummaryAfter his workers defect to the Mormons, Cullen recruits Durant to help get them back. Meanwhile, Sean and Mickey's past comes back to haunt them.Our TakeA mixed bag: some good…
9
SummaryWith Gen. Grant's deadline looming, a gang of riders attacks Cheyenne while Cullen and Elam pay Durant a visit.Our TakeA mixed bag: some good moves, some filler. Hell on Wheels…
10
SummaryIn the Season 3 finale, Cullen deals with consequences, and Elam mounts a rescue attempt. Meanwhile, Durant receives Gen. Grant and the U.P. board in Cheyenne ahead of the deadline.Our…