Queer As Folk

Season 3

March 2, 2003

14Episodes

8.3

Season three picks up where season two left off. Brian adjusts to his new life while Michael and Ben face the complexities of an HIV positive/negative relationship. Ted and Emmett discover that best friends can become lovers, but even with an extensive history between them, they’ve still got a lot to discover about each other. Melanie and Lindsay make a major decision that will impact the shape of their family.

Episodes

1. Mad Dog Kinney

8.2

March 2, 2003

44 min

Michael and Justin face uncertainty over the future of their comic book, "Rage." Brian doesn't seem to care that Justin chose Ethan over him - at least initially. Ted and Emmett explore the possibilities of a relationship. Mel and Lindsay talk about having another child.

Guest Stars:

Other Seasons

Season 1

22 Episodes

Season 2

20 Episodes

Season 4

14 Episodes

Season 5

13 Episodes

2. House Full of Children

8.2

March 9, 2003

49 min

Having left Brian, Justin must find a way to pay for school; much to Lindsay's surprise, Melanie expresses her desire to have another baby. Emmett discovers a loophole in his relationship with Ted in order to honor a previously arranged liaison.

Guest Stars:

Makyla Smith, Sherry Miller, Peter MacNeill, John Furey, Fab Filippo

3. Doctors of Dickology

8.0

March 16, 2003

45 min

Brian lends his expertise to the Center's "Carnivale" fundraiser and considers Lindsay and Melanie's sperm-donation request. Ted and Emmett divulge priceless gay-man secrets to Deb, who's nervous about intimacy with Carl. Ben's former partner dies.

Guest Stars:

Peter MacNeill, Fab Filippo, Maggie Huculak, Clinton Walker, Jim Alexander

4. Brat-Sitting

8.2

March 30, 2003

45 min

Lindsay and Melanie ask Michael to father their second child. Brian's accused of molesting his nephew. Ted loves having Emmett in his heart - but his condo's another story.

Guest Stars:

Peter MacNeill, Lynne Deragon, Kirsten Kieferle, Carlo Rota, Stephanie Moore

5. There's Nothing Noble About Being Poor

8.2

April 6, 2003

42 min

Brian wins Police Chief Stockwell's mayoral race account much to his friends' dismay. Ethan is offered representation after the Heifetz competition. Melanie and Lindsay try for a second child thanks to Michael's donation.

Guest Stars:

Makyla Smith, Sherry Miller, Fab Filippo, Carlo Rota, Stephanie Moore

6. One Ring to Rule Them All

8.2

April 13, 2003

44 min

With Brian's help Stockwell takes the lead in the polls. Ted readies Jerk-at-work.net for any surprise police raids. Michael confronts Ben about his steroid use; Ethan gives Justin a surprise performance.

Guest Stars:

Makyla Smith, Sherry Miller, Fab Filippo, Carlo Rota, David Gianopoulos

7. Stop Hurting Us

8.2

April 20, 2003

44 min

Ted is out on bail and begs Brian to talk to Stockwell on his behalf. Justin confronts Ethan. Melanie is pregnant, much to everyone's delight. Ben promises to stop using steroids.

Guest Stars:

Makyla Smith, Stephanie Moore, Gary Brennan, David Gianopoulos, Jason Jones

8. Hunt(er) for Love

8.8

April 27, 2003

45 min

Michael and Ben help out a young hustler. Justin begins an internship at Vanguard and a quest to win Brian back. Lindsay is blossoming in her new job at the gallery. Ted reacts to a sudden role-reversal with Emmett.

Guest Stars:

Harris Allan, Makyla Smith, Carlo Rota, Stephanie Moore

9. Big Fucking Mouth

8.5

May 4, 2003

46 min

Woody's is closed down after an Amateur Strip Contest. Stockwell discovers Brian's gay. Ted's humiliated when he tends bar at one of Emmett's soirees. Melanie promises Lindsay she'll work less during her pregnancy, then lands the case of a lifetime.

Guest Stars:

Peter MacNeill, Lindsey Connell, David Gianopoulos, Keir Gilchrist

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10. Uncle Ben

8.2

May 18, 2003

44 min

Brian and Justin clash over Stockwell; Ted takes a dangerous detour on his way to a weekend getaway. Melanie finds Michael's "doting dad" routine annoying. Hunter the street hustler calls in a favor from Ben.

Guest Stars:

Harris Allan, Stephanie Moore, David Gianopoulos, Gregory White

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11. Poster May Lead to the Truth

8.2

May 25, 2003

48 min

Brian is fired when he's caught undermining Stockwell's campaign. Ben and Michael tell Hunter he's positive. Ted's tempted to go to his first White Party with his new "friends."

Guest Stars:

Harris Allan, Makyla Smith, Sherry Miller, Carlo Rota, Stephanie Moore

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12. Drugs, Sex and Lies

8.2

June 8, 2003

49 min

Brian investigates the death of Dumpster Boy based on a tip from Hunter. Emmett is furious when Melanie and Lindsay insist Ted's an addict. Ted asks Emmett to share his experience.

Guest Stars:

Harris Allan, Peter MacNeill, Gary Brennan

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13. Tweaked-Out, Fucked-Out Crystal Queen

8.2

June 15, 2003

44 min

Hunter collects evidence tying Dumpster Boy's murderer to Stockwell. Justin risks expulsion when he refuses to apologize for his anti-Stockwell posters. Emmett confronts Ted about his drug use.

Guest Stars:

Harris Allan, Peter MacNeill, David Gianopoulos, Jason Jones, Jane Moffat

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14. The Election

9.0

June 22, 2003

51 min

Brian risks everything to bring down Stockwell on the eve of the election. Ted finally hits rock bottom. Hunter's mother arrives to take him away from Ben and Michael. Lindsay learns of Melanie's superstitions about getting through her first trimester.

Guest Stars:

Dean Armstrong, Harris Allan, Marnie McPhail, Gary Brennan, David Gianopoulos