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The Best Episodes of American Gods Season 3

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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    American Gods Season 3 Episode 9 - The Lake Effect
    8.0/10(960 votes)

    S3:E9

    Shadow has to decide the price he's willing to pay for his idyllic Lakeside life. As 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.

    Director:Metin Hüseyin
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. American Gods Season 3 Episode 1 - A Winter's Tale
    7.3/10(1211 votes)

    S3:E1

    After months apart, Wednesday reappears in Shadow's life, resolved to drag him back into his war effort. A meeting with the god Wisakedjak leaves Shadow with a prophecy about his destiny.

    Director:Jon Amiel
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. American Gods Season 3 Episode 2 - Serious Moonlight
    7.3/10(1034 votes)

    S3:E2

    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.

    Director:Julian Holmes
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. American Gods Season 3 Episode 6 - Conscience of the King
    7.3/10(951 votes)

    S3:E6

    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 gambit to win over Demeter.

    Director:Mark Tinker
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. American Gods Season 3 Episode 7 - Fire and Ice
    7.3/10(951 votes)

    S3:E7

    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.

    Director:Rachel Goldberg
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. American Gods Season 3 Episode 3 - Ashes and Demons
    7.2/10(1013 votes)

    S3:E3

    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 from the grip of an unscrupulous antagonist.

    Director:Thomas Carter
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. American Gods Season 3 Episode 5 - Sister Rising
    7.2/10(959 votes)

    S3:E5

    Shadow explores notions of purpose, destiny and identity with a newly enlightened Bilquis. Elsewhere, Technical Boy struggles with an identity crisis of his own. Wednesday asks Shadow to assist in a new con.

    Director:Nick Copus
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. American Gods Season 3 Episode 10 - Tears of the Wrath-Bearing Tree
    7.2/10(1008 votes)

    S3:E10

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

    Director:Russell Lee Fine
    Writer:Laura Pusey

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  9. American Gods Season 3 Episode 4 - The Unseen
    7.1/10(1019 votes)

    S3:E4

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

    Director:Eva Sørhaug
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. American Gods Season 3 Episode 8 - The Rapture of Burning
    6.4/10(1276 votes)

    S3:E8

    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.

    Director:Rachel Goldberg
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"The Lake Effect" is the best rated episode of American Gods season 3. It scored 8.0/10 from 960 votes. Directed by Metin Hüseyin and written by Unknown, it aired on March 14, 2021. This episode is rated 0.7 points higher than the second-best, "A Winter's Tale".