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Season 3 – Gotham

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James Gordon is a rising detective in the dangerously corrupt Gotham City, where his late father was a successful district attorney. Brave, honest and determined to prove himself, Gordon must navigate the dirty politics of Gotham's justice system as well as the rise of malevolent villains, including The Penguin, The Riddler and Catwoman. The series also chronicles the life of young Bruce Wayne, who becomes an orphan when his billionaire parents Thomas and Martha Wayne are murdered. Gordon becomes a friend to young Bruce as he finds his way toward becoming the iconic caped crusader.
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Critics Consensus

Gotham's third season lets the series' freak flag fly to thrilling effect, but it is far more fun to spend time with the supervillains than virtually any of the other characters.

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Karen Han Slashfilm 10/11/2018
Three seasons in, it still hasn't really found a balance; let's hope that changes. Go to Full Review Ed Power Digital Spy 07/18/2018
The returning series kicks off at full throttle. Go to Full Review Lauren Busser Tell-Tale TV 06/22/2018
4/5
Harvey and Jim's relationship is one of the keystones of Gotham, and a reason I come back every week. Go to Full Review Kiel Phegley CBR 12/12/2017
In short, Gotham is a series that breaks its promises. Go to Full Review J.C. Maçek III PopMatters 09/18/2017
7/10
Those who've managed to keep up with the decade of continuity shoved into three seasons will likely find a lot to enjoy in this third season. Go to Full Review Gareth Evans Starburst 08/31/2017
7/10
Gotham Season 3 is the strange union of melodrama, crime thriller, and superhero tale. The returning cast all get a chance to shine, and new characters (such as Jervis Tetch) all add something fun to the show. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Zack L. @ZackLaChance Mar 4 “Flair, hm? STYLE? PANACHE? Hm? Go on boy, spit it out, I can take it.” See more Paul S @RT91988760 04/07/2025 The story kind of went all over the place with this season, and it wasn't as good as the first two. It was still fun to watch, and there were some parts of the story that were really compelling. I definitely recommend it for Batman and superhero fans! See more Enzo D @RT54234828 11/30/2024 Amazing season. Recommend! See more Amir S @RT70696713 11/17/2024 Everything is interesting except for a single plot line that I felt was not well done. See more Ava S @avast 08/11/2024 OH MY GOSH. BEST SEASON YET. -I hate thompkins. she was okay at the beginning of the season, but after all the Mario stuff started happening, I hate her so much -Barbara is something else. I still hate her, but I hate her less than I originally did -ok I actually love nygma so much. he might be my 1 1/2 favorite character. ISABELLA KRINGLE WAS SO WHOLESOME OH MY. I recently found out that “nygmobblepot” was a thing, and I want to forget it already. please don’t ever ship nygma and penguin. ever. oh and I also found out that nygma and thompkins get into a relationship, and HOW COME MY FAVORITE CHARACTERS ARE ALWAYS WITH MY LEAST FAVORITE. -nah I was all hyped to have jerome in this season, and then he was in one and a half episodes and was practically dead for the half. I’ll admit, seeing him lose to brucey boy was painful, and I wish he wouldn’t have been caught. -bruce has gotta be stabbed one of these days, like he obviously can’t die, but think of all the other characters who seemed like they died and didn’t. poor alfred has been stabbed like thirty times, most of which because of bruce, and one of which was BY Bruce. I just think he needs to be stabbed soon for a sense of failure yk. -NYGMA. ik he comes back to life but like how, and NO NYGMA PLEASE NO. it was so painful in that last episode when nygma was completely played by penguin, like i was so sad. -def. my favorite season so far, except for the fact that Jerome was in it less, but i guess nygma makes up for it. See more Stephen S @RT31691873 07/25/2023 While this season of this show continues to have many exciting moments and crowd pleasing moments, This season sometimes struggles with the narrative and isn't quite as good as the previous two seasons. Despite that though, this show remains just as good and engaging as it was in the previous two seasons. See more Read all reviews
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Ben McKenzie

Detective James Gordon

Donal Logue

Harvey Bullock

David Mazouz

Bruce Wayne

Morena Baccarin

Leslie Thompkins

Sean Pertwee

Alfred

Robin Taylor

Oswald Cobblepot

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 19, 2016 Better to Reign in Hell Gordon works as a bounty hunter in monster-ridden Gotham while looking for answers about the Indian Hill escapees; Bruce's doppelgänger wanders the streets; Tabitha and Barbara open a nightclub called The Sirens. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 26, 2016 Mad City: Burn the Witch... When Fish Mooney tries to locate Hugo Strange, Gordon reluctantly gets help from journalist Valerie Vale to find Fish; Penguin gets a surge in popularity; Bruce's probe into the Court of Owls is compromised. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 3, 2016 Look Into My Eyes The Mad Hatter hires Gordon to help find his sister, Alice; Penguin decides he will run for mayor; Bruce's doppelgänger begins channeling him. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 10, 2016 Mad City: New Day Rising Penguin gets closer to his goal of being nominated for mayor; Gordon turns Alice in for the bounty; Bruce and Alfred search for the person who has stolen Bruce's identity. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 17, 2016 Anything for You Penguin struggles to keep his promises to the city as crime soars to an all-time high; Butch takes a dark path with the Red Hood gang; Bruce looks into Ivy's whereabouts. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 24, 2016 Mad City: Follow the White Rabbit Jim is forced to make some tough decisions when Mad Hatter sets his sights on new victims; the relationship between Penguin and Nygma evolves, and a familiar face comes back into Nygma's life. Details Episode 7 Aired Oct 31, 2016 Mad City: Red Queen When Jim Gordon makes contact with a substance in the hand of Mad Hatter, he's led on a psychedelic trip in which he must face his past, present and future; Penguin has a difficult time with Nygma's new relationship. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 7, 2016 Mad City: Blood Rush The effects of a recent incident begin to cause Barnes to go mad; Nygma is over his head in his relationship with Isabella; Carmine Falcone throws an engagement party for Lee and Mario. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 14, 2016 Mad City: The Executioner Gordon and Bullock sift through evidence from the murder at Lee and Mario's engagement party; Ivy discloses her identity to Selina and Bruce. Details Episode 10 Aired Nov 21, 2016 Mad City: Time Bomb A threat to Mario and Lee emerges on the eve of their rehearsal dinner; Nygma wants revenge; Bruce discovers more about The Court of Owls. Details Episode 11 Aired Nov 28, 2016 Mad City: Beware the Green-Eyed Monster The lab developing a cure for the virus becomes compromised; Mario and Gordon butt heads before the wedding; Selina has an unexpected encounter; Barbara brings Nygma information about Isabella. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 16, 2017 Mad City: Ghosts Falcone places a hit on Gordon; ‎Gordon and Bullock find out one of Jerome's followers plans to bring him back to life; Penguin spins out of control before a big TV interview; Selina's mom returns to Gotham. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 23, 2017 Mad City: Smile Like You Mean It In trying to revive Jerome, Dwight activates his acolytes around the city; Selina's mom's intentions come to light; tensions between Penguin and Nygma grow. Details Episode 14 Aired Jan 30, 2017 The Gentle Art of Making Enemies With Jerome on the loose, Bruce and Alfred's safety is compromised; Gordon's uncle Frank pays him a visit; ‎Nygma and Penguin are forced to confront their issues face-to-face. Details Episode 15 Aired Apr 24, 2017 Heroes Rise: How the Riddler Got His Name Nygma begins to introduce himself to Gotham as "The Riddler"; Bullock and Lucius get caught up in Nygma's mind games; the Court of the Owls reveals its next move. Details Episode 16 Aired May 1, 2017 Heroes Rise: These Delicate and Dark Obsessions The Court of Owls devises a new plan regarding the future of Gotham; Gordon uncovers information about his father and his uncle's past; Bruce learns of the Shaman's wish for him. Details Episode 17 Aired May 8, 2017 Heroes Rise: The Primal Riddle Some of Gotham's worst villains band together while the Riddler continues his conquest of the city; Gordon's quest for answers leads him back to the Court of Owls; Alfred begins to notice a change in Bruce. Details Episode 18 Aired May 15, 2017 Heroes Rise: Light The Wick Gordon tracks down the weapon the Court of Owls will use to destroy Gotham; Kathryn and Temple Shaman reveal their next move to Bruce; Ivy comes to Selina's aid. Details Episode 19 Aired May 22, 2017 Heroes Rise: All Will Be Judged Gordon and Bullock are in danger when they find a crystal owl that reveals the most coveted secrets of Gotham's underworld; Nygma and Penguin must work together to get out of a tricky situation. Details Episode 20 Aired May 29, 2017 Heroes Rise: Pretty Hate Machine Gordon races against the clock to save the city from the Alice Tetch virus; Alfred sees a big change in Bruce Wayne after his work with The Shaman; Gotham's most deranged villains band together. Details Episode 21 Aired Jun 5, 2017 Heroes Rise: Destiny Calling Detective James Gordon navigates the dangerously corrupt world of Gotham City while a young Bruce Wayne finds his way toward becoming the caped crusader. Details Episode 22 Aired Jun 5, 2017 Heroes Rise: Heavydirtysoul The deadly virus is spreading, and the search for the antidote continues. Details

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Gotham — Season 3

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Season Info

Director
Ben McKenzie
Executive Producer
Bruno Heller, Danny Cannon, John Stephens
Network
Fox
Rating
TV-14 (L|V)
Genre
Drama, Action
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 19, 2016