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Season 3
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The third season is set 3 years after season two. It takes place primarily in Los Angeles but also in northern Mexico when Jack Bauer meets a family of drug dealers. Throughout the day, Jack Bauer and President David Palmer attempt to stop the release of a deadly virus by Stephen Saunders – a former government agent.
Where to Watch Season 3
24 Episodes
- Day 3: 1:00 P.M.-2:00 P.M.E1
Day 3: 1:00 P.M.-2:00 P.M.Three years later; CTU receives a threat that Mexican drug lord Hector Salazar is planning on releasing a deadly contagious virus in LA unless Jack gets his brother Ramone Salazar out of prison. President Palmer prepares for a presidential debate with Senator John Keeler. - Day 3: 2:00 P.M.-3:00 P.M.E2
Day 3: 2:00 P.M.-3:00 P.M.Jack and Chase quarrel over Chase's relationship with Kim. Meanwhile, they learn of a lead to the possible whereabouts of the virus after raiding a crack-house. Linda breaks up with Kyle when she learns that he is planning to make a drug delivery. Wayne approaches Palmer with information about his girlfriend that could damage his chances for re-election, while a CTU employee is not what he seems. - Day 3: 3:00 P.M.-4:00 P.M.E3
Day 3: 3:00 P.M.-4:00 P.M.Jack and Hector both search for Kyle, while Chase finds himself out of action at CTU. Wayne and Palmer argue over the implications of Anne's past, while Ramon takes out one of his opponents in a surprise move. Tony leads an operation to get Kyle, but tragedy strikes when Salazar's man gets there first. - Day 3: 4:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M.E4
Day 3: 4:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M.Michelle is torn by personal and professional obligations when she must take charge of CTU after Tony is wounded. Kyle and Linda are captured by Hector's men. Jack and Palmer have a secret conversation, leading Jack to take drastic action in the face of the Salazars' threat. But Jack's plans are complicated when Chase gets in the way. Anne pushes Palmer back onto moral ground in the face of her ex-husband's blackmail scheme. - Day 3: 5:00 P.M.-6:00 P.M.E5
Day 3: 5:00 P.M.-6:00 P.M.Jack's efforts to break Ramon out of prison go awry when they are captured by a group of inmates during the riot. Chloe unwittingly stumbles on to Jack's drug problem and she is forced to reveal his secret to Kim and Michelle. Palmer begins his debate with Keeler, while Kyle prepares to sacrifice himself to save Linda. - Day 3: 6:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M.E6
Day 3: 6:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M.Jack and Ramon struggle to evade the authorities, while Palmer must shut the debate down because of the prison break. Kim accidentally stumbles on to Gael's secret communications, but she isn't able to warn Michelle in time. The Singer family learns a startling piece of news about Kyle's health. - Day 3: 8:00 P.M.-9:00 P.M.E8
Day 3: 8:00 P.M.-9:00 P.M.Palmer and Chappelle view a message from Jack, explaining his undercover work with the Salazars. Meanwhile, Hector tries to convince Ramon that they should deal with Bauer so that they can get their hands on the virus. Jack has a private moment with Claudia and she blasts him for leaving her behind when he arrested Ramon. Chase arrives in Mexico, but is captured by Hector's men. Ramon devises a way for Jack to prove his loyalty to them. Anne manages to clear Palmer's name, but she breaks off her relationship with him. - Day 3: 9:00 P.M.-10:00 P.M.E9
Day 3: 9:00 P.M.-10:00 P.M.Palmer clears Anne's name with the press, but he finds that he is facing a new problem when his biggest campaign contributor reveals a startling secret about Wayne. Kim and Michelle worry about Tony's mental ability when he continues to make mistakes. Jack and the Salazars meet with Amador, but the deal turns sour when Nina Myers appears on the scene and competes for the virus. - Day 3: 10:00 P.M.-11:00 P.M.E10
Day 3: 10:00 P.M.-11:00 P.M.Claudia manages to free Chase from his captors, but she pays a high price for her efforts. Wayne turns to Julia, while Palmer calls on Sherry for help against Milliken. Jack and Ramon make plans to get to Nina, in the hopes of intercepting the virus. Chloe's work at CTU is disrupted when she is forced to take care of her baby. - Day 3: 11:00 P.M.-12:00 A.M.E11
Day 3: 11:00 P.M.-12:00 A.M.Jack forces Nina to work with him to get the virus from Amador. Palmer meets with Sherry and convinces her to help him deal with Milliken. Chase remains in Mexico to help with the capture of the virus. Ramon and Hector quarrel when Hector wants to pull out of the deal. - Day 3: 12:00 A.M.-1:00 A.M.E12
Day 3: 12:00 A.M.-1:00 A.M.Things finally come to an explosive head as Jack, Ramon, Nina and Chase all close in on the virus. But the deal takes an unexpected turn when Amador pulls a fast switch. Kim becomes suspicious of Chloe when her story about her baby doesn't check out. Sherry finds a witness who can damage Milliken, but her advantage is short-lived. - Day 3: 1:00 A.M.-2:00 A.M.E13
Day 3: 1:00 A.M.-2:00 A.M.Jack and Chase interrogate Nina, but the worm turns when she causes havoc with the CTU computer systems. Chappelle puts Chloe under guard when she refuses to answer questions about the baby, but is forced to release her when she is the only one who can deal with the crisis. Sherry takes her battle directly to Alan, forcing Julia to act as her accomplice. - Day 3: 2:00 A.M.-3:00 A.M.E14
Day 3: 2:00 A.M.-3:00 A.M.Tony interrogates Nina about Alvers' location, while Chappelle orders Jack to undergo a medical examination in light of his drug use. Kim and Chase have a conversation about the baby. Palmer confronts Sherry about Alan Milliken's death, while Julia begs Wayne for help. - Day 3: 5:00 A.M.-6:00 A.M.E17
Day 3: 5:00 A.M.-6:00 A.M.Saunders begins making demands on the President. He forces Palmer to hold a strange press conference and then orders the death of the CTU agent who can trace him. Jack learns of a woman who can lead him to Saunders, but a surprise attack shifts the balance of power. As Gael's symptoms get worse, Michelle devises a way to relieve the suffering of the victims at the hotel. - Day 3: 7:00 A.M.-8:00 A.M.E19
Day 3: 7:00 A.M.-8:00 A.M.Jack reluctantly works with Kim on an undercover job that may help them gain an advantage over Saunders. Palmer informs his cabinet of the crisis, while Saunders makes yet another demand. Chase tracks down the man who left the hotel and learns that the virus is spreading to the general public. - Day 3: 8:00 A.M.-9:00 A.M.E20
Day 3: 8:00 A.M.-9:00 A.M.Jack attempts to use Saunders' daughter as leverage to gain control of the virus, while Palmer must deal with the discontented press. Michelle gets the results of her test, while Adam finds that the virus has struck too close to home. Tony finds himself compromised when Saunders exploits his only weakness. - Day 3: 11:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M.E23
Day 3: 11:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M.Jack pushes the envelope in an attempt to force Saunders to disclose the location of the missing vials. Sherry meets with David to discuss her terms, while Wayne breaks into her home to find the incriminating evidence. Tony finds himself facing a harsh penalty because of his efforts to save Michelle. - Day 3: 12:00 P.M.-1:00 P.M.E24
Day 3: 12:00 P.M.-1:00 P.M.Jack and Chase must make a powerful sacrifice when dealing with the virus. Tony is able to help Jack one last time before he is taken into custody, while an angry victim seeks vengeance on Saunders. Palmer makes a surprising career choice in the wake of Sherry's death.