Regular — Show - Season 3

: An homage to Weekend at Bernie's , where Mordecai and Rigby must "puppet" an unconscious Benson through a party.

: A fan-favorite episode where Rigby legally changes his name to something "cool," only to be hunted by a futuristic rock star. Character & World Development

: The episode "Yes Dude Yes" introduces C.J., who would eventually become a major part of the show's long-running romantic drama. Reception Regular Show - Season 3

: Starting around the episode "Butt Dial," the show began focusing more on relationships and "soap opera" elements, such as the Mordecai/Margaret romance. The animation also became more consistent and "on-model" as the production team hit their stride. Award-Winning Highlights

Season 3 of Regular Show is widely considered the point where the series "clicked," solidifying its unique blend of slacker comedy and high-stakes surrealism. Spanning 40 episodes from September 2011 to September 2012, this season transitionally shifted from the irreverent, stand-alone chaos of the first two seasons toward more serialized storytelling and character drama. : An homage to Weekend at Bernie's ,

: This episode won a Primetime Emmy Award . It follows Mordecai as he enters a grueling eating challenge to win a trucker hat for a comatose Rigby, showcasing the show's underlying heart and "bromance".

: This season explores the low point of Benson's relationship with the duo. In "Think Positive," his suppressed rage nearly destroys the park after he is banned from yelling. Reception : Starting around the episode "Butt Dial,"

Critics and fans often view Season 3 as an "assorted bag" of styles.