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Season 3 – 30 Rock

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Based more-than-loosely on backstage shenanigans at "Saturday Night Live," "30 Rock" centers on young Liz Lemon, currently head writer for a live sketch-comedy show in New York. Complications follow when the network's new president orders Liz to hire mentally unstable movie star Tracy Jordan to join the cast, throwing neurotic leading lady (and Liz's best friend) Jenna Maroney into a tizzy. Liz tries to juggle all the egos around her while trying to chase her own dream.
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30 Rock — Season 3

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Brandishing its trademark silliness with vigor, 30 Rock's third season hits the ground running and cements its reputation as one of the smartest, funniest comedies on television.

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James Poniewozik TIME Magazine Oct 14, 2019
At its best a 30 Rock episode is a beautifully constructed little piece of jewelry, with little joke beads catching the light and constantly flashing, adding up to an ingeniously designed larger whole... Other times, it's just a pile of pretty rocks. Go to Full Review Nancy Franklin The New Yorker Oct 14, 2019
The show's true claim to fame, and a reason never to miss an episode, is Alec Baldwin, whose comic magnetism is so strong I'm surprised it hasn't caused weather disturbances. He doesn't steal scenes; he makes them rise and shine. Go to Full Review Brian Tallerico HollywoodChicago.com Oct 12, 2019
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A slightly-down third season of 30 Rock is still better than most television. Go to Full Review Alex Maidy JoBlo's Movie Network Aug 13, 2024
Season 3 was early enough in the series' run that all jokes hit perfectly. Later seasons would have holes in them but this still ranks as the season in which the show finally hit it's stride. Go to Full Review James Keast Exclaim! Aug 13, 2024
Rock remains one of the funniest shows on TV right now. Go to Full Review Conrad Rothbaum Film School Rejects Oct 14, 2019
Not much has changed in the formula, style or laugh departments (all are still some of the best on television) and the guest stars are ample yet again. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Stephen S. @SueMe754 Jan 4, 2026 Tina Fey is a sociopathic fraud. She uses illegal surveillance techniques to eavesdrop on and stalk individuals who she has targeted for intellectual property theft - specifically to plagiarize her victims' verbal and written conversations, which she copies rote and, then, uses in her TV series and movies. You can tell that she doesn't do this in her books, because they are unreadable. She has been doing this to me for the last ten years without my consent. She has remote access to my phone and laptops. She has been stealing from me for that entire period of time. If she disagrees with this, I encourage her to sue me. See more Matheus F @matheusf_neto Aug 16, 2025 Season 3 is easily one of my best. See more Dave C @RT09838700 Nov 3, 2024 Enjoying it still. LOVE Kenneth more and more. Lol. The level of satire has been turned up in this season too See more Test T @TestTest1 May 25, 2024 I watched some of this on DVD recently. I've found it a rather mixed experience in terms of entertainment appeal. I thought some episodes were very amusing, whilst others seem laboured and unfunny. It's mostly the same cast of characters in every show so I can only conclude that it's the writing which is making the difference. I'll finish this series, but I don't think I'll bother with the other seasons unless the remaining episodes are consistently better. It's not a bad show, and I would recommend giving it a go to see how it suits you. See more Feb 23, 2021 This show is one of my favourites, this season is the best one! See more Apr 22, 2020 Hilarious writing, interesting plots and we see the characters finally realizing true potential. The banter and puns got wittier and sharper, best represented in 'The Funcooker'. Overall great, arguably the best season of 30 Rock See more Read all reviews
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Tina Fey

Liz Lemon

Alec Baldwin

Jack Donaghy

Tracy Morgan

Tracy Jordan

Jane Krakowski

Jenna Maroney

Jack McBrayer

Kenneth Parcell

Scott Adsit

Pete Hornberger

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 30, 2008 Do-Over Liz tries to stop the staff from ruining her chances at adopting a child when an adoption agent makes a visit to the set; Jack returns from D.C. with a plan to reclaim his position from Devon Banks. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 6, 2008 Believe in the Stars Liz asks Oprah Winfrey for advice when they are seated next to each other on a flight; Jenna and Tracy try to determine whose life is harder; Kenneth tests Jack's morality. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 13, 2008 The One With the Cast of Night Court Liz and Jenna's friend Claire (Jennifer Aniston) visits and falls for Jack; Tracy tries to cheer up Kenneth by turning one of his dreams into a reality. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 20, 2008 Gavin Volure Gavin Volure, an eccentric businessman, invites Jack and Liz to a dinner party at his mansion; Tracy thinks his kids are being too nice to him and fears for his life. Details Episode 5 Aired Dec 4, 2008 Reunion Liz is opposed to going to her high school reunion, but Jack manages to convince her otherwise; Don Geiss wakes up from his coma only to shock Jack with his declaration about who will be GE's CEO; shaken, Jack decides to get away to blow off steam. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 11, 2008 Christmas Special Liz finds herself alone for the holidays when her parents leave to spend Christmas at a couples-only retreat; Jack plans a dream holiday vacation away from his mother (Elaine Stritch); the crew is asked to produce a last-minute Christmas special. Details Episode 7 Aired Jan 8, 2009 Señor macho solo Jenna fears that Liz's attraction to a new guy (Peter Dinklage) is related to her desire for a baby; Jack helps Tracy and his wife (Sherri Shepherd) arrange a "post-nup." Details Episode 8 Aired Jan 15, 2009 Flu Shot While flu spreads quickly among the cast and crew, Jack is selective about who receives vaccinations from Dr. Spaceman (Chris Parnell). Details Episode 9 Aired Jan 22, 2009 Retreat to Move Forward Jack, nervous about attending a corporate retreat, persuades Liz to accompany him for support; when Jenna decides to use method acting to prepare for a role she finds herself at Frank's mercy. Details Episode 10 Aired Feb 5, 2009 Generalissimo Liz discovers she has a handsome, single neighbor she would like to meet; Jack is determined to win over Elisa's grandmother; the new interns ask Tracy out for a night of partying. Details Episode 11 Aired Feb 12, 2009 St. Valentine's Day Not realizing it's going to be a holiday, Liz insists that she and Drew have their first official date on Valentine's Day; Kenneth tries to win the affections of a new staffer. Details Episode 12 Aired Feb 26, 2009 Larry King Jack thinks about taking his relationship with Elisa to the next level; Tracy's interview with Larry King sends the city into a panic. Details Episode 13 Aired Mar 5, 2009 Goodbye, My Friend Liz befriends a pregnant teen in hope of adopting her baby; Jenna tries to get more attention from the staff as her birthday approaches; Jack and Frank bond over their daddy issues. Details Episode 14 Aired Mar 12, 2009 The Funcooker The TGS cast and crew are left unmanaged when Liz can't get out of jury duty; Jack gets absorbed in launching a new product. Details Episode 15 Aired Mar 19, 2009 The Bubble Liz discovers that Drew's charm and good looks have brought him special treatment; Jack tries to convince Tracy to stay at TGS after his contract expires. Details Episode 16 Aired Mar 26, 2009 Apollo, Apollo Jack plans his 50th birthday party; Liz's ex-boyfriend, Dennis, makes a confession that stirs up drama between Jenna and Liz; Pete and Kenneth try to make Tracy's childhood dream come true. Details Episode 17 Aired Apr 9, 2009 Cutbacks TGS employees worry about upcoming budget cuts; Tracy and Jenna think that Kenneth is hiding a dark secret. Details Episode 18 Aired Apr 16, 2009 Jackie Jormp-Jomp Liz must find a way to occupy her time during a short-term suspension from work; Jack asks Jenna to create promotional buzz when the film studio has second thoughts about releasing her Janis Joplin biopic. Details Episode 19 Aired Apr 23, 2009 The Ones Jack shops for an engagement ring; Liz finds out that Elisa is keeping a secret; Jenna falls for an attractive EMT. Details Episode 20 Aired Apr 30, 2009 The Natural Order Tracy decides to start acting like a professional; Jack's mother reveals unpleasant memories about Jack's father; Jenna gets a pet gibbon. Details Episode 21 Aired May 7, 2009 Mama Mia Tracy and Liz convince Jack to start the search for his real father; Pete and Liz question the motives of Tracy's newly discovered illegitimate son; Liz and Jenna fight for the spotlight. Details Episode 22 Aired May 14, 2009 Kidney Now! Jack starts to build a relationship with his biological father; Liz gets attention as a relationship expert; Kenneth helps Tracy overcome embarrassing memories. Details

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30 Rock — Season 3

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Tina Fey, Lorne Michaels, Jo Ann Alfano, David Miner, Marci Klein
Network
NBC
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 30, 2008
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