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The Best Episodes of American Crime Story Season 3

Every episode of American Crime Story Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Crime Story Season 3!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    American Crime Story Season 3 Episode 6 - Man Handled
    8.4/10(1220 votes)

    S3:E6

    The Office of the Independent Counsel ensnares Monica Lewinsky, holding her for 12 traumatizing hours in a hotel room.

    Director:Ryan Murphy
    Writer:Sarah Burgess

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  2. American Crime Story Season 3 Episode 7 - The Assassination of Monica Lewinsky
    8.3/10(1161 votes)

    S3:E7

    The world learns about the affair and Monica Lewinsky becomes the most famous woman in America.

    Director:Michael Uppendahl
    Writers:Sarah Burgess, Daniel Pearle, Flora Birnbaum

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  3. American Crime Story Season 3 Episode 8 - Stand by Your Man
    8.2/10(1167 votes)

    S3:E8

    The President must admit the truth to the Nation - and to The First Lady.

    Director:Rachel Morrison
    Writer:Flora Birnbaum

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  4. American Crime Story Season 3 Episode 9 - The Grand Jury
    8.2/10(1026 votes)

    S3:E9

    Monica Lewinsky and Linda Tripp tell their stories to 23 strangers.

    Director:Rachel Morrison
    Writer:Sarah Burgess

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  5. American Crime Story Season 3 Episode 5 - Do You Hear What I Hear?
    8.0/10(1144 votes)

    S3:E5

    As Monica prepares to leave D.C., she grows concerned that someone is sharing news about her affair. Linda meets with the FBI.

    Director:Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre
    Writer:Halley Feiffer

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  6. American Crime Story Season 3 Episode 10 - The Wilderness
    7.7/10(1088 votes)

    S3:E10

    The Starr Report brings the world to a standstill. The President is impeached. Linda faces the aftermath of her decisions, Paula makes desperate choices, and Monica considers how to move on with her life.

    Director:Michael Uppendahl
    Writer:Sarah Burgess

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  7. American Crime Story Season 3 Episode 2 - The President Kissed Me
    7.6/10(1404 votes)

    S3:E2

    Monica reveals to Linda that she is having an affair with the most powerful man in the United States.

    Director:Michael Uppendahl
    Writer:Sarah Burgess

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  8. American Crime Story Season 3 Episode 4 - The Telephone Hour
    7.6/10(1135 votes)

    S3:E4

    Monica leans on Linda for support. Linda begins documenting their conversations.

    Director:Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre
    Writer:Flora Birnbaum

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  9. American Crime Story Season 3 Episode 1 - Exiles
    7.5/10(1947 votes)

    S3:E1

    After the death of her boss, White House staffer Linda Tripp is moved to The Pentagon where she meets Monica Lewinsky. Paula Jones decides to sue The President for sexual harassment.

    Director:Ryan Murphy
    Writer:Sarah Burgess

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  10. American Crime Story Season 3 Episode 3 - Not to be Believed
    7.5/10(1198 votes)

    S3:E3

    Tensions rise between Monica and the President. Paula is offered a settlement. Linda begins to feel that she has a target on her back.

    Director:Michael Uppendahl
    Writer:Sarah Burgess

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Man Handled" is the best rated episode of American Crime Story season 3. It scored 8.4/10 from 1,220 votes. Directed by Ryan Murphy and written by Sarah Burgess, it aired on October 12, 2021. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "The Assassination of Monica Lewinsky".