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The Best Episodes of Gotham Season 3

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Everyone knows the name Commissioner Gordon. He is one of the crime world's greatest foes, a man whose reputation is synonymous with law and order. But what is known of Gordon's story and his rise

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Gotham Season 3 Episode 1 - Mad City: Better to Reign in Hell...
    7.7/10(2864 votes)

    #1 - Mad City: Better to Reign in Hell...

    S3:E1

    Gordon works in a monster-ridden Gotham as a bounty hunter and seeks to find answers about the Indian Hill escapees, and why their powers appear to be killing them. Meanwhile, Bruce's doppelganger roams the streets, and Barbara and Tabitha open a new nightclub called The Sirens.

    Director:Danny Cannon
    Writer:John Stephens

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  2. Gotham Season 3 Episode 2 - Mad City: Burn the Witch
    7.8/10(2622 votes)

    #2 - Mad City: Burn the Witch

    S3:E2

    Fish Mooney takes matters into her own hands to locate Hugo Strange, forcing Gordon to reluctantly team up with journalist Valerie Vale to find her. Penguin rises in popularity after criticizing the work of the GCPD and Bruce's investigation of the Court of Owls is compromised. Meanwhile, Ivy Pepper is reintroduced into Gotham city.

    Director:Danny Cannon
    Writer:Ken Woodruff

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  3. Gotham Season 3 Episode 3 - Mad City: Look Into My Eyes
    7.8/10(2542 votes)

    #3 - Mad City: Look Into My Eyes

    S3:E3

    Hypnotist Jervis Tetch/Mad Hatter arrives in Gotham to search for his sister, Alice, and hires Gordon to help find her. Meanwhile, Penguin decides to run for mayor and Bruce's doppelganger begins to channel him, causing some confusion around town.

    Director:Rob Bailey
    Writer:Danny Cannon

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  4. Gotham Season 3 Episode 4 - Mad City: New Day Rising
    7.9/10(2486 votes)

    #4 - Mad City: New Day Rising

    S3:E4

    Penguin gains power as he narrows in on the nomination for Mayor of Gotham. Meanwhile, Gordon turns Alice into the GCPD for the bounty. Also, Bruce and Alfred race to find Bruce's doppelganger after learning he's assumed Bruce's identity.

    Director:Eagle Egilsson
    Writer:Robert Hull

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  5. Gotham Season 3 Episode 5 - Mad City: Anything for You
    8.1/10(2517 votes)

    #5 - Mad City: Anything for You

    S3:E5

    Crime in Gotham is at an all-time high, as Penguin struggles to uphold his promises to the city. Meanwhile, Butch goes down a dark path with the infamous Red Hood Gang and Bruce begins to investigate Ivy's whereabouts.

    Director:T.J. Scott
    Writer:Denise Thé

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  6. Gotham Season 3 Episode 6 - Mad City: Follow the White Rabbit
    8.0/10(2513 votes)

    #6 - Mad City: Follow the White Rabbit

    S3:E6

    Mad Hatter sets his eyes on his next victims, forcing Jim Gordon to make some tough decisions. Meanwhile, Penguin and Nygma's relationship evolves, and a familiar face comes back into Nygma's life.

    Director:Nathan Hope
    Writers:Steven Lilien, Bryan Wynbrandt

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  7. Gotham Season 3 Episode 7 - Mad City: Red Queen
    7.7/10(2417 votes)

    #7 - Mad City: Red Queen

    S3:E7

    After coming in contact with a substance by the hand of Mad Hatter, Jim Gordon gets led on a psychedelic trip and must confront his past, present and future. Meanwhile, Penguin struggles with Nygma's new relationship.

    Director:Scott White
    Writer:Megan Mostyn-Brown

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  8. Gotham Season 3 Episode 8 - Mad City: Blood Rush
    7.9/10(2325 votes)

    #8 - Mad City: Blood Rush

    S3:E8

    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.

    Director:Rob Bailey
    Writer:Tze Chun

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  9. Gotham Season 3 Episode 9 - Mad City: The Executioner
    7.9/10(2318 votes)

    #9 - Mad City: The Executioner

    S3:E9

    Gordon and Bullock sift through evidence from the murder at Lee and Mario's engagement party; Ivy discloses her identity to Selina and Bruce.

    Director:John Behring
    Writer:Ken Woodruff

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  10. Gotham Season 3 Episode 10 - Mad City: Time Bomb
    8.0/10(2341 votes)

    #10 - Mad City: Time Bomb

    S3:E10

    On the eve of their rehearsal dinner, a threat to Mario and Lee is exposed, and Falcone looks to Jim for help. Meanwhile, Nygma seeks revenge and Bruce learns more about The Court of Owls.

    Director:Hanelle M. Culpepper
    Writer:Robert Hull

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  11. Gotham Season 3 Episode 11 - Mad City: Beware the Green-Eyed Monster
    8.5/10(2625 votes)

    #11 - Mad City: Beware the Green-Eyed Monster

    S3:E11

    As the virus begins to spread in Gotham, the laboratory that is developing a cure is compromised. Mario and Gordon face off before the wedding, Selina meets an unexpected face and Barbara comes to Nygma with information about Isabella.

    Director:Danny Cannon
    Writer:John Stephens

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  12. Gotham Season 3 Episode 12 - Mad City: Ghosts
    7.9/10(2373 votes)

    #12 - Mad City: Ghosts

    S3:E12

    Falcone places a hit on Gordon after learning that he shot Mario. Gordon and Bullock discover a follower of Jerome, who plans to bring him back to life. Meanwhile, Penguin spirals out of control before the biggest television interview of his Mayoral career, and Bruce and Selina deal with Selina's mom's return to Gotham.

    Director:Eagle Egilsson
    Writer:Danny Cannon

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  13. Gotham Season 3 Episode 13 - Mad City: Smile Like You Mean It
    8.6/10(2862 votes)

    #13 - Mad City: Smile Like You Mean It

    S3:E13

    On the run from Gordon and Bullock, Dwight tries to revive Jerome, in turn, activates his acolytes around Gotham City. Meanwhile, Selina's mom's intentions in Gotham are revealed, and the power play between Penguin and Nygma escalates as Barbara's plans are set in place.

    Director:Olatunde Osunsanmi
    Writers:Steven Lilien, Bryan Wynbrandt

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  14. Gotham Season 3 Episode 14 - Mad City: The Gentle Art of Making Enemies
    9.0/10(3581 votes)

    #14 - Mad City: The Gentle Art of Making Enemies

    S3:E14

    With Jerome on the loose with one target in mind, Bruce and Alfred's safety is compromised. Meanwhile, Gordon's uncle Frank pays him a visit, and Nygma and Penguin are forced to confront their issues face-to-face, with possible deadly consequences.

    Director:Louis Shaw Milito
    Writer:Seth Boston

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  15. Gotham Season 3 Episode 15 - Heroes Rise: How the Riddler Got His Name
    8.0/10(2348 votes)

    #15 - Heroes Rise: How the Riddler Got His Name

    S3:E15

    Nygma convinces himself that he doesn't need Penguin to succeed and begins to introduce himself to Gotham as "The Riddler." Bullock and Lucius Fox get caught up in Nygma's mind games, while Gordon learns troubling news about his father's death. Meanwhile, the Court of the Owls reveals its next move.

    Director:T.J. Scott
    Writer:Megan Mostyn-Brown

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  16. Gotham Season 3 Episode 16 - Heroes Rise: These Delicate and Dark Obsessions
    8.0/10(2251 votes)

    #16 - Heroes Rise: These Delicate and Dark Obsessions

    S3:E16

    The Court of Owls devises a new plan regarding the future of Gotham, as Gordon uncovers information about his father and uncle's past, connecting him back to the organization. Meanwhile, Bruce wakes up in the temple and learns of the Shaman's wish for him.

    Director:Ben McKenzie
    Writer:Robert Hull

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  17. Gotham Season 3 Episode 17 - Heroes Rise: The Primal Riddle
    8.1/10(2214 votes)

    #17 - Heroes Rise: The Primal Riddle

    S3:E17

    Some of Gotham's most unhinged villains band together, while The Riddler continues his conquest of the city. Gordon is on a search for answers and all roads keep leading him back to the Court of Owls. Meanwhile, as Alfred begins to notice a change in Bruce, Bruce 2 confides in Selina.

    Director:Maja Vrvilo
    Writers:Steven Lilien, Bryan Wynbrandt

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  18. Gotham Season 3 Episode 18 - Heroes Rise: Light the Wick
    7.8/10(2132 votes)

    #18 - Heroes Rise: Light the Wick

    S3:E18

    Gordon tracks down the weapon the Court of Owls intend to use for the destruction of Gotham; Kathryn and Temple Shaman tell Bruce about their next move; Ivy offers Selina help.

    Director:Mark Tonderai
    Writer:Tze Chun

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  19. Gotham Season 3 Episode 19 - Heroes Rise: All Will Be Judged
    8.0/10(2154 votes)

    #19 - Heroes Rise: All Will Be Judged

    S3:E19

    Temple Shaman takes Bruce to the next phase of his training; Gordon and Bullock discover a crystal owl that carries the biggest secrets of Gotham's underworld; Nygma and Penguin must work together to get out of a tricky situation.

    Director:John Behring
    Writer:Ken Woodruff

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  20. Gotham Season 3 Episode 20 - Heroes Rise: Pretty Hate Machine
    8.4/10(2299 votes)

    #20 - Heroes Rise: Pretty Hate Machine

    S3:E20

    Gordon races against the clock to save the city from the Alice Tetch Virus, when Lee Thompkins intercepts with a plan of her own. Also, Alfred sees a big change in Bruce Wayne after his work with The Shaman. Meanwhile, some of Gotham's most deranged villains band together.

    Director:Danny Cannon
    Writers:Steven Lilien, Bryan Wynbrandt

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  21. Gotham Season 3 Episode 21 - Heroes Rise: Destiny Calling
    8.5/10(2387 votes)

    #21 - Heroes Rise: Destiny Calling

    S3:E21

    With the deadly virus spreading throughout the city, the search for the antidote continues, as Fish Mooney, The Riddler and Penguin reveal plans of their own. Bruce meets Ra's al Ghul and completes his last task in order to fulfill his destiny, but realizes he can't let go of his past. Meanwhile, Gordon tries to win back Lee, and past alliances within Gotham City are broken, while new alliances are formed.

    Director:Nathan Hope
    Writer:Danny Cannon

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  22. Gotham Season 3 Episode 22 - Heroes Rise: Heavydirtysoul
    9.0/10(3103 votes)

    #22 - Heroes Rise: Heavydirtysoul

    S3:E22

    With the deadly virus spreading throughout the city, the search for the antidote continues, as Fish Mooney, The Riddler and Penguin reveal plans of their own. Bruce meets Ra's al Ghul and completes his last task in order to fulfill his destiny, but realizes he can't let go of his past. Meanwhile, Gordon tries to win back Lee, and past alliances within Gotham City are broken, while new alliances are formed.

    Director:Rob Bailey
    Writer:Robert Hull

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Mad City: Better to Reign in Hell..." is the best rated episode of "Gotham" season 3. It scored 7.7/10 based on 2864 votes. Directed by Danny Cannon and written by John Stephens, it aired on 9/19/2016. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Mad City: Burn the Witch".