The Best Episodes of Penny Dreadful Season 3
Every episode of Penny Dreadful Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Penny Dreadful Season 3!
Some of literature's most terrifying characters, including Dr. Frankenstein, Dorian Gray, and iconic figures from the novel Dracula are lurking in the darkest corners of Victorian London. Penny Dreadful is a frightening psychological thriller that weaves together these classic horror origin stories into a new adult drama.
Season 3 Ratings Summary
The best episode of "Penny Dreadful" season 3 is "The Day Tennyson Died", rated 8.6/10 from 2361 user votes. It was directed by Damon Thomas and written by John Logan, Andrew Hinderaker, Krysty Wilson-Cairns. "The Day Tennyson Died" aired on 5/1/2016 and is rated 0.3 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Predators Far and Near".
8.6/10 2,361 votes#1 - The Day Tennyson Died
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 5/1/2016
Ethan, now a prisoner under the watchful eye of Scotland Yard Inspector Rusk, is on a train speeding through the desert of the American West. Meanwhile, Sir Malcolm is confronted by a mysterious Native American man in Zanzibar. Back in London, Dr. Frankenstein seeks out his old friend Dr. Jekyll and Vanessa seeks the help of Dr. Seward to battle a new evil.
Director: Damon Thomas
Writer: John Logan, Andrew Hinderaker, Krysty Wilson-Cairns
8.3/10 1,984 votes#2 - Predators Far and Near
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 5/8/2016
Lily and Dorian pay a visit to a most unusual show, and Vanessa invites Sweet to a different show. Rusk sets out to track down Ethan and make sure that he hangs, and Henry demonstrates the efficacy of his potion for Victor.
Director: Damon Thomas
Writer: John Logan, Andrew Hinderaker, Krysty Wilson-Cairns
8.1/10 1,890 votes#3 - Good and Evil Braided Be
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 5/15/2016
Vanessa asks Seward to hypnotically regress her after learning that she met the Master sometime in the past. Rusk learns that Ethan has a new ally. Caliban finds his wife and child. Lily and Dorian have Justine pledge her service to them.
Director: Damon Thomas
Writer: John Logan, Andrew Hinderaker, Krysty Wilson-Cairns
9.1/10 3,379 votes#4 - A Blade of Grass
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 5/22/2016
Through hypnosis, Vanessa relives what happened to her in the Banning Institute, including the man who befriended her... and the spirits who tormented her.
Director: Toa Fraser
Writer: Andrew Hinderaker, Krysty Wilson-Cairns
7.9/10 1,837 votes#5 - This World is Our Hell
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 5/29/2016
Hecate and Ethan try to survive in the desert wasteland, as thirst and their unrelenting pursuers take their toll. Meanwhile, Victor and Henry continue with their work in Bedlam.
Director: Paco Cabezas
Writer: Andrew Hinderaker, Krysty Wilson-Cairns
8.3/10 1,829 votes#6 - No Beast So Fierce
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 6/5/2016
Vanessa turns to old friend Ferdinand Lyle for help, who introduces her to a new ally. Meanwhile, Lily, Dorian and Justine put their plan in motion; and Ethan, Sir Malcolm and Hecate arrive at Jarod Talbot's ranch.
Director: Paco Cabezas
Writer: Andrew Hinderaker, Krysty Wilson-Cairns
8.4/10 1,832 votes#7 - Ebb Tide
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 6/12/2016
Kaetenay has a vision of impending doom. Frankenstein and Jekyll get help from an unlikely foe. The Creature finally gains courage. Vanessa learns an awful truth.
Director: Paco Cabezas
Writer: Andrew Hinderaker, Krysty Wilson-Cairns
8.5/10 1,857 votes#8 - Perpetual Night
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 6/19/2016
Ethan, Sir Malcolm and Kaetenay return to London, where Ethan searches for Dr. Frankenstein. Dr. Seward discovers Renfield's secret. Lily reveals a heartbreaking story from Brona Croft's past.
Director: Damon Thomas
Writer: Andrew Hinderaker, Krysty Wilson-Cairns
8.2/10 2,595 votes#9 - The Blessed Dark
Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 6/19/2016
Season finale. Ethan learns the shocking truth about Kaetenay. Dr. Seward uses hypnosis on Renfield. Meanwhile, The Creature must make a moral decision as Sir Malcolm, Ethan, Kaetenay, Dr. Seward and Catriona battle to save Vanessa.
Director: Paco Cabezas
Writer: Andrew Hinderaker, Krysty Wilson-Cairns