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Season 3 – American Gods

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Ex-convict Shadow Moon roams a world he doesn't understand, left adrift by the recent, tragic death of his wife. Little does he know his life is about to change after he meets a crafty, charismatic con man named Mr. Wednesday, who offers Shadow a job as his bodyguard. As their journey begins, Shadow encounters a hidden America where magic is real and fear grows over the ascending power of New Gods like Technology and Media. In a grand plan to combat the threat, Mr. Wednesday attempts to unite the Old Gods to defend their existence and rebuild the influence that they've lost, leaving Shadow struggling to accept this new world and his place in it.

Critics Consensus

Though it's unlikely to bring anyone back into the fold, American Gods' tighter focus and strong performances may be enough for fans still holding out hope for a solid finish.

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Craig Mathieson

The Age (Australia)

01/21/2021

Gaiman himself has become more directly involved, but the key presence in front of the camera remains Ian McShane -- whatever the mood, the veteran British actor's ability to bestow a juicy heft on a monologue remains undimmed.

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Ed Power

Daily Telegraph (UK)

01/12/2021

4/5

Series three is where the fever belatedly breaks and everyone involved takes deep breath. Oh miracle of miracles, American Gods may finally be watchable.

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Ani Bundel

AV Club

01/11/2021

The one thing everyone can agree on is the road trip between Odin and Shadow is the heart of the show. As long as that part works, the show has a central axis on which to turn.

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Joonatan Itkonen

Region Free

07/11/2024

2/5

Too scared to confront its nature as a highly political show… In a way, it’s the perfect metaphor for the story of old gods versus new. It’s just a shame that, as in any war, there are only losers.

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Jonathon Wilson

Ready Steady Cut

08/26/2021

3.5/5

"Tears of the Wrath-Bearing Tree" was far from a conclusive ending, but it traded one life for another and perhaps upped the stakes considerably at the same time.

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Ronak Kotecha

The Times of India

08/26/2021

3/5

Overall, it's legit entertainment for the fans, especially, those who love the unabashed gore, nudity, and gruesomeness which are a familiar calling card of this franchise.

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Jon L

@JonLunatic 06/09/2024

Unfulfilling from start to finish. Absolutely tragic from its magnificent beginnings.

Ben H

09/30/2022

It just did not work for me. I also went into the last season knowing there was no fourth season coming which also hurt my viewing experience. Felt like after the first season there was lots of potential and the show had me hooked. It just continued to fall apart season after season

Caz M

@CazMartino 08/14/2022

I'm definitely a fan after three seasons of this slow burner... only to find out it may not continue for a season 4, I scramble to find an ending in the books. Hopefully they continue the series on another platform.

06/16/2022

Awful! The actors are capable but what impact can they do when the writing and the story doesn't make any sense!

lars p

@LarsP 11/13/2021

American Gods: Very strong on visuals, interesting characters, OK acting, but it always lacked a decent script and a story can only drag on for so long! Time to bury the Gods. Forever!

leightön m

08/31/2021

Tbh, once they cut Marilyn Manson out, I stopped watching and removed the show from my watch list. As far as the show goes, it isn't progressing from season 1. The show is stuck going round a roundabout. I feel it's all build up with no climax.

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Laura Moon

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Technical Boy

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Bilquis

Episode 1

Aired Jan 10, 2021

A Winter's Tale

Wednesday reappears in Shadow's life, wanting him to continue his war effort; Shadow learns about his destiny after a meeting with the god Wisakedjak.

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Episode 2

Aired Jan 17, 2021

Serious Moonlight

Shadow explores his oddly welcoming new town before heading to Chicago for a gathering of the Old Gods on Koliada; Wednesday reconnects with his oldest friend.

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Episode 3

Aired Jan 24, 2021

Ashes and Demons

As the search for the missing girl continues, Shadow dreams of Bilquis; Wednesday discovers the whereabouts of his old love, the Greek goddess Demeter, and resolves to free her.

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Episode 4

Aired Jan 31, 2021

The Unseen

Shadow and Technical Boy team up to search for Bilquis, who finds herself captive and in the midst of a crisis of identity; while visiting the local chapter of notorious biker gang Lords of Valhalla, Wednesday spots a familiar face.

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Episode 5

Aired Feb 14, 2021

Sister Rising

Shadow explores notions of purpose, destiny and identity with a newly enlightened Bilquis; Technical Boy struggles with an identity crisis; Wednesday asks Shadow to join in on a new con.

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Episode 6

Aired Feb 21, 2021

Conscience of The King

Despite his past following him to Lakeside, Shadow makes himself at home and builds relationships within the town; Laura and Salim continue to hunt for Wednesday, who attempts one final win over Demeter.

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Episode 7

Aired Feb 28, 2021

Fire and Ice

In Lakeside, Shadow grows closer with Marguerite and uncovers the surprising truth behind a local crime spree; Wednesday makes his own shocking discovery; Laura and Salim negotiate with the enemy of their enemy.

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Episode 8

Aired Mar 7, 2021

The Rapture of Burning

Laura and Salim's quest forces them outside of their comfort zones as they learn to let go of their pasts; Shadow is surprised by a new side of Wednesday, while Technical Boy attempts to escape the prison of his own mind.

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Episode 9

Aired Mar 14, 2021

The Lake Effect

Shadow has to decide the price he's willing to pay for his idyllic lakeside life; Laura and her new ally close in on her target; Wednesday has to persuade Czernobog that it's time to make peace with their enemies.

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Episode 10

Aired Mar 21, 2021

Tears of the Wrath-Bearing Tree

Teetering on the edge of war and peace, the gods gather to mourn a loss; Bilquis' divine journey brings her to an unexpected revelation; Shadow finally embraces destiny.

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