Stef Foster, a dedicated police officer, and her partner Lena Adams, a school vice principal, have built a close-knit, loving family with Stef's biological son from a previous marriage, Brandon, and their adopted twins, Mariana and Jesus. Their lives are disrupted in unexpected ways when Lena meets Callie, a hardened teen with an abusive past who has spent her life in and out of foster homes. Lena and Stef welcome Callie and her brother, Jude, into their home thinking it's just for a few weeks, until a more permanent placement can be found. But life has something else in store for the Fosters.
The Fosters is available to stream on DirecTV On Demand, Disney+, Hulu, and YouTube TV in United States. You can also rent or buy it from Google Play, Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
Stef Foster, a dedicated police officer, and her partner Lena Adams, a school vice principal, have built a close-knit, loving family with Stef's biological son from a previous marriage, Brandon, and their adopted twins, Mariana and Jesus. Their lives are disrupted in unexpected ways when Lena meets Callie, a hardened teen with an abusive past who has spent her life in and out of foster homes. Lena and Stef welcome Callie and her brother, Jude, into their home thinking it's just for a few weeks, until a more permanent placement can be found. But life has something else in store for the Fosters.
Season 3 episodes
Choose an episode, then use the watch options above for the show.
As the family deals with the aftermath of the terrible car accident, Stef is determined to find the driver responsible for the crash. Callie continues to volunteer at the drop-in center where she meets AJ, a foster teen runaway searching for his older brother. Brandon starts at the Idyllwild Music Program and quickly realizes that he will be faced with serious competition. Meanwhile, Jude tells Connor he prefers to keep their relationship private at school.
Episode credits
Directed by Peter PaigeWritten by Bradley Bredeweg, Peter PaigeGuest stars Gavin Macintosh, Ashley Argota, Alexandra Barreto, Annika Marks, Izabela Vidovic, Alberto De Diego, Jack DePew, Keli Daniels
As part of their annual tradition, Stef and Lena have Mike over for Father's Day brunch. Jude surprises everyone, especially Callie, by inviting his biological father, Donald, to join them. Callie spends Father's Day with the Quinns and hears some surprising news. Frustrated by his situation at Idyllwild, Brandon let's off some steam with his classmates.
Episode credits
Directed by Aprill WinneyWritten by Joanna JohnsonGuest stars Gavin Macintosh, Bailee Madison, Alexandra Barreto, Jamie McShane, Kerr Smith, Valerie Dillman, Chris Bruno, Marlene Forte
When the family takes a vested interest in AJ, Callie has doubts about whether she can trust him. Stef surprises Lena with some news about Monte. Meanwhile, Jude has trouble moving on from the trauma of the shooting incident.
Episode credits
Directed by Charlie StrattonWritten by Thomas HigginsGuest stars Gavin Macintosh, Suzanne Cryer, Annika Marks, Tony Plana, Tom Williamson, Yvette Monreal, Jeff Williams, Jonathan Spencer
When Lena’s half-brother Nate comes for a visit with Lena and her parents, Lena aims to get an apology for an offensive name he called her mother years ago. Meanwhile, Cole invites Callie, Jude and Connor to an LGBTQ prom.
Episode credits
Directed by Daisy von Scherler MayerWritten by Marissa Jo CerarGuest stars Gavin Macintosh, Lorraine Toussaint, Keli Daniels, Tom Williamson, Katherine McNamara, Keean Johnson, David Douglas, Travis Schuldt
Callie convinces Brandon to head out on a mysterious trip that brings them to Mexico. Stef and Lena discover an empty pregnancy test box in the trash and wonder if someone in the house is worried they are pregnant.
Episode credits
Directed by Elodie KeeneWritten by Michael MacLennanGuest stars Tom Williamson, Keean Johnson, Fran Bennett, Rubén Garfias, Octavio Gómez Berríos, Mark Edward Smith, Dean Cudworth, Ricardo Chacon
Callie thinks she's celebrating her 17th birthday with just the family, but Jude surprises her with a house party. Jude's surprise risks exposing both Callie's and Mariana's secrets when he innocently invites Rafael and Wyatt to attend. Meanwhile, Brandon's suspicions about AJ's behavior come to a head, and Mariana and Callie decide to buy a car together without telling their moms.
Episode credits
Directed by Kees Van OostrumWritten by Wade Solomon, Megan LynnGuest stars Cherinda Kincherlow, Bailee Madison, Daffany Clark, Kerr Smith, Annamarie Kenoyer, Rosie O'Donnell, Alicia Sixtos, Alberto De Diego
Stef and Lena hesitate to give their blessing when Mariana’s biological grandfather tells her she must be baptized in order to be her new half-sister Isabella’s godmother. Callie’s actions at her birthday party are called out by Stef, and they make a big decision in order to avoid jeopardizing her adoption.
Episode credits
Directed by Jann TurnerWritten by Kris Q. Rehl, Cristian MartinezGuest stars Alexandra Barreto, Rosie O'Donnell, Tony Plana, Marlene Forte, Tom Williamson, Keean Johnson, Yvette Monreal, Chris Warren
When Rita’s daughter shows up unexpectedly, Callie sees a different side of Rita and learns the reason behind their strained relationship.
Episode credits
Directed by Chandra WilsonWritten by Elle JohnsonGuest stars Gavin Macintosh, Cherinda Kincherlow, Daffany Clark, Rosie O'Donnell, Alicia Sixtos, Annika Marks, Tom Williamson, Dylan John Seaton
Amid tensions in their own relationship, Stef and Lena host a 40th anniversary party for Lena’s parents.
Episode credits
Directed by Peter PaigeWritten by Peter PaigeGuest stars Gavin Macintosh, Daffany Clark, Rosie O'Donnell, Annika Marks, Chris Bruno, Tom Williamson, Haley Malan, Alex Marshall-Brown
Callie is now officially adopted into the Adams Foster family and must put aside any romantic feelings for Brandon. She does so by throwing herself into her “Fost and Found” website, even drawing the interest of an investor.
Episode credits
Directed by Peter PaigeWritten by Bradley Bredeweg, Peter PaigeGuest stars Bianca A. Santos, Gavin Macintosh, Annika Marks, Tom Williamson, Chris Warren, Wayne Lopez, Annie Potts, Kelli Williams
Brandon is upset when he learns that his shared secret with Callie is in jeopardy. Lena and Stef’s mother, Sharon, disagrees over how Stef should handle her diagnosis. Meanwhile, Mariana’s run for junior class president heats up as the simmering resentment between her and Lexi comes to a head.
Episode credits
Directed by Rich NeweyWritten by Thomas HigginsGuest stars Bianca A. Santos, Caitlin Carver, Daffany Clark, Annie Potts, Kelli Williams, Denyse Tontz, Rob Morrow, Jonathan Craig Williams
Callie is surprised to find that Jude is spending time with Jack, a quirky foster teen they met at a foster youth event. Brandon and Mat decide to write a Romeo & Juliet rock musical as their senior thesis project, but they disagree over who should play Juliet. Meanwhile, Jesus asks Ana about the identity of his and Mariana's birth father.
Episode credits
Directed by Elodie KeeneWritten by Anne MeredithGuest stars Madisen Beaty, Alexandra Barreto, Alberto De Diego, Tom Williamson, Yvette Monreal, Chris Warren, Annie Potts, Tanner Buchanan
After Callie and Jude discover Jack is being abused by other boys in his group foster home, they turn to foster care advocate Justina to get him help. Jesus attempts to get to know Gabe at work even as Nick urges him to tell Gabe the truth about who he is. Meanwhile, Mariana is surprised when Nick asks her out.
Episode credits
Directed by Ron LagomarsinoWritten by Joanna JohnsonGuest stars Annika Marks, Chris Warren, Annie Potts, Kelli Williams, Denyse Tontz, Tanner Buchanan, David Reivers, Pepi Sonuga
While Stef recovers from surgery, she and Lena grow concerned when they find out Justina wants Callie to support a legislation that they know nothing about.
Episode credits
Directed by Rob MorrowWritten by Michael MacLennanGuest stars Bianca A. Santos, Alexandra Barreto, Rosie O'Donnell, Annika Marks, Tom Williamson, Chris Warren, Kelli Williams, Denyse Tontz
Stef begins teaching a class in the police department’s youth outreach program, but she soon realizes that it is not as easy as she thought it would be.
Episode credits
Directed by Anne RentonWritten by Anne MeredithGuest stars Rosie O'Donnell, Annika Marks, Tom Williamson, Marcella Lentz-Pope, Pepi Sonuga, Louis Hunter, Brandon Quinn, Julian Works
Jesus is upset after his plans for a low key birthday are supplanted by Mariana, who plans a huge dance party instead. Jude is excited by the prospect of a weekend visit with Connor. Meanwhile, Callie and Brandon strike a truce by agreeing not to bring their new respective significant others home or to family functions.
Episode credits
Directed by Elodie KeeneWritten by Marissa Jo CerarGuest stars Gavin Macintosh, Rosie O'Donnell, Annika Marks, Tony Plana, Marlene Forte, Tom Williamson, Marcella Lentz-Pope, Denyse Tontz
Brandon plays referee between the two stars of his show, Mariana and Mat. Callie testifies on behalf of Daphne in an effort to help her get her daughter back.
Episode credits
Directed by Norman BuckleyWritten by Wade Solomon, Megan LynnGuest stars Daffany Clark, Kelli Williams, Denyse Tontz, Louis Hunter, Brandon Quinn, Anna Grace Barlow, Karis Campbell, Kitty Swink
As Brandon debuts his “Romeo and Juliet” rock musical, moments in the production are hitting home for the Adams Foster family, causing them to look back at recent events.
Episode credits
Guest stars Ashley Argota, Alexandra Barreto, Garrett Clayton, Denyse Tontz, Tanner Buchanan, Louis Hunter, Anna Grace Barlow, Corbin Bleu
A tragic loss brings the family together. Despite Callie’s hesitation, Justina moves forward with the Fost and Found launch party. Brandon tells his moms that Cortney has a son.
Episode credits
Guest stars Daffany Clark, Alexandra Barreto, Annika Marks, Izabela Vidovic, Tom Williamson, Kelli Williams, Denyse Tontz, Tanner Buchanan
