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The Best Episodes of Billions Season 3

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

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A complex drama about power politics in the world of New York high finance. Shrewd, savvy U.S. Attorney Chuck Rhoades and the brilliant, ambitious hedge fund king Bobby "Axe" Axelrod are on an explosive collision

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Billions Season 3 Episode 1 - Tie Goes to the Runner
    8.0/10(1337 votes)

    #1 - Tie Goes to the Runner

    S3:E1

    Chuck receives a mandate from a new boss. Axe braves a difficult choice following his recent indictment. Taylor generates a monster strategy. Lara threatens to pull her money from Axe Capital. Sacker strives to prove herself as Chief of Crim.

    Director:Colin Bucksey
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien

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  2. Billions Season 3 Episode 2 - The Wrong Maria Gonzalez
    7.9/10(1150 votes)

    #2 - The Wrong Maria Gonzalez

    S3:E2

    Chuck tries to cash in a favor owed to him by an honorable judge. Axe orchestrates creative new avenues for conducting trades. Wendy helps Taylor weather their first major crisis. Connerty continues chasing down Ice Juice leads.

    Director:Noah Emmerich
    Writer:Adam R. Perlman

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  3. Billions Season 3 Episode 3 - A Generation Too Late
    8.1/10(1166 votes)

    #3 - A Generation Too Late

    S3:E3

    Chuck faces a dilemma when he's given a perverse directive. Axe expands upon a secret venture. Taylor and Wags interview a different type of Axe Capital employee. Connerty and Dake close in on key witnesses in the Ice Juice sabotage. Axe and Lara consider an unexpected agreement.

    Director:Colin Bucksey
    Writer:Wes Taylor

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  4. Billions Season 3 Episode 4 - Hell of a Ride
    8.3/10(1190 votes)

    #4 - Hell of a Ride

    S3:E4

    Axe explores the new arena of venture philanthropy and looks to neutralize old accomplices. Connerty's scrutiny of Chuck intensifies. Chuck tries to reconcile with his father. Wags pursues an intensely personal real estate acquisition.

    Director:John Dahl
    Writer:Randall Green

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  5. Billions Season 3 Episode 5 - Flaw in the Death Star
    8.2/10(1136 votes)

    #5 - Flaw in the Death Star

    S3:E5

    Chuck trades favors with a co-conspirator. Axe and Chuck fight for the loyalty of the same witness. Connerty gets closer to the truth. Axe sends Taylor to Silicon Valley to explore new business opportunities. Dollar Bill plans a big short position on a pharmaceutical company stock, but not everyone at Axe Cap approves.

    Director:Matt Shakman
    Writers:Willie Reale, Adam R. Perlman

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  6. Billions Season 3 Episode 6 - The Third Ortolan
    9.0/10(1534 votes)

    #6 - The Third Ortolan

    S3:E6

    Axe tracks down a critical piece of evidence that could destroy him. Both Axe and Chuck reckon with just how far they're willing to go to protect Wendy. The Ice Juice case comes to a head when a judge gives Connerty a difficult deadline.

    Director:John Dahl
    Writer:Alice O'Neill

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  7. Billions Season 3 Episode 7 - Not You, Mr. Dake
    8.7/10(1350 votes)

    #7 - Not You, Mr. Dake

    S3:E7

    Axe and Chuck face mounting evidence of their involvement in the Ice Juice sabotage. Taylor questions Wendy's authority and motivations at Axe Capital. Connerty makes his case in court but comes up against unexpected witness testimony.

    Director:Michael Morris
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien

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  8. Billions Season 3 Episode 8 - All the Wilburys
    8.3/10(1125 votes)

    #8 - All the Wilburys

    S3:E8

    Axe tries for a fresh start at Axe Capital. Chuck asserts his political autonomy—and wrestles with whether to honor his word to a friend. Taylor asks for more independence at Axe Capital. Lara and Axe negotiate a new arrangement regarding Lara's money. Connerty adjusts to an uncomfortable situation.

    Director:Mike Binder
    Writers:Randall Green, Alice O'Neill

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  9. Billions Season 3 Episode 9 - Icebreaker
    7.8/10(1076 votes)

    #9 - Icebreaker

    S3:E9

    Axe makes a bold play to secure capital from a controversial source. Taylor chafes against Axe's recent moves. Chuck recruits the allies he needs to move forward with a new plan. Connerty seeks out a career opportunity.

    Director:Stacie Passon
    Writers:Willie Reale, Adam R. Perlman

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  10. Billions Season 3 Episode 10 - Redemption
    8.1/10(1071 votes)

    #10 - Redemption

    S3:E10

    Axe explores an unappealing investment at a desperate moment. Taylor makes a personal compromise for business. Chuck suspects a major foe may be on to his scheme. Sacker calls in a favor from the FBI. Wendy advises an Axe Capper to make bold moves.

    Director:Jake Polonsky
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien, Matt Fennell

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  11. Billions Season 3 Episode 11 - Kompenso
    8.4/10(1074 votes)

    #11 - Kompenso

    S3:E11

    Axe determines his employees' worth at the year-end "comp" meetings. Chuck advances a dangerous plan, but is distracted by a friend in need of help. Taylor and Axe argue over Taylor's place and worth at the firm. Wendy seeks Lara's aid with an internal Axe Cap problem. Connerty discovers a new, secret source of information.

    Director:Jessica Yu
    Writer:Adam R. Perlman

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  12. Billions Season 3 Episode 12 - Elmsley Count
    9.2/10(1848 votes)

    #12 - Elmsley Count

    S3:E12

    Axe dominates a capital raise event, but is soon challenged by an unexpected competitor. Chuck looks to strike the ultimate blow on an enemy. Wendy reckons with past decisions, and chooses a side. Connerty confronts Sacker about Chuck's activities. Taylor takes a big position.

    Directors:Neil Burger, Colin Bucksey
    Writers:Brian Koppelman, David Levien

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Tie Goes to the Runner" is the best rated episode of "Billions" season 3. It scored 8/10 based on 1337 votes. Directed by Colin Bucksey and written by Brian Koppelman, David Levien, it aired on 3/25/2018. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "The Wrong Maria Gonzalez".