Episode Rankings

1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.5/10(374 votes)

   #1 - Rebranding

   S3:E111/1/2018

   An ultimatum from NSA Agent Rebecca Stroud throws Araknet into a paranoid tailspin, forcing Wes to reconsider his financing of the company and Ronald to reevaluate his ties to his friends and his past in the LH7 gang. Nick, meanwhile, is inspired to take the company to the next level.

   Director:Ben Ketai

   Writer:Ben Ketai

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   Director:Ben Ketai

   Writer:Ben Ketai
2. 

   7.3/10(332 votes)

   #2 - Sweat Equity

   S3:E211/1/2018

   Agent Stroud flexes the far-reaching power of the NSA, threatening to derail the lives of Araknet's founders. Ronald struggles with the decision to undermine LH7 in order to keep Araknet safe. Izzy is enjoying her new life in Cuba until a chance encounter threatens to dredge up the past.

   Director:Andrew Neel

   Writer:Ticona S. Joy

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   Director:Andrew Neel

   Writer:Ticona S. Joy
3. 

   7.4/10(323 votes)

   #3 - Guerilla

   S3:E311/1/2018

   As Wes scrambles to hide the rest of his cash from Stroud, Ronald and Nick butt heads over how to carry on as co-CEOs. Meanwhile, Izzy finds herself drawn back into the tech underworld, a choice that will unwittingly put her on a collision course with Araknet’s greatest adversary.

   Director:Andrew Neel

   Writer:Alejandra López

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   Director:Andrew Neel

   Writer:Alejandra López
4. 

   7.4/10(315 votes)

   #4 - Depreciation

   S3:E411/1/2018

   Agent Stroud extradites Izzy to the states in exchange for her loyalty. Wes must travel to Barcelona to confront someone from his past. As Nick scrambles for a magic bullet to fixing Araknet’s growth gap, Ronald goes rogue to try and solve some brewing ethics issues.

   Director:Andrew Neel

   Writer:Josh Corbin

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   Director:Andrew Neel

   Writer:Josh Corbin
5. 

   7.5/10(322 votes)

   #5 - Diversification

   S3:E511/1/2018

   Wes throws a big party in the hopes of wooing new investors. LH7’s tactics blow back on Ronald’s family. Nick embarks on a secretive mission to save the company. An encounter with someone from Mara’s past sends her into an emotional tailspin. Stroud urges Izzy to insinuate herself back into Araknet.

   Director:Timothy A. Burton

   Writer:Barry Levy

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   Director:Timothy A. Burton

   Writer:Barry Levy
6. 

   7.7/10(313 votes)

   #6 - Authentication

   S3:E611/1/2018

   As Araknet enjoys an uptick, Nick grows paranoid that his covert plot will be discovered. When Wes decides to bring in an old friend for financing, Mara rebels and reveals a damning secret. Izzy rejoins ArakNet, but old wounds resurface. Ronald braces for a possible war between LH7 and a rival crew.

   Director:Timothy A. Burton

   Writer:Josh Corbin

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   Director:Timothy A. Burton

   Writer:Josh Corbin
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7. 

   7.6/10(308 votes)

   #7 - Limited Liability

   S3:E711/1/2018

   Araknet receives horrific news, spurring a moral debate within the company and forcing Ronald to undermine Nick. Izzy tries to uncover Stroud’s true motivations while wrestling with her own duplicity. Wes hopes to repair his relationship with Mara, but simultaneously encourages her to play dirty.

   Director:Ben Ketai

   Writer:Ben Ketai

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   Director:Ben Ketai

   Writer:Ben Ketai
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   7.7/10(332 votes)

   #8 - Profit and Loss

   S3:E811/1/2018

   Ronald’s entanglement with LH7 comes home to roost, aggravating his relationship with Nick. With the 100 million-user mark approaching, Nick makes a disturbing choice to protect his own interests. Izzy agonizes over Stroud’s final orders. Mara sets in motion her own nefarious PR strategy.

   Director:Ben Ketai

   Writer:Ben Ketai

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   Director:Ben Ketai

   Writer:Ben Ketai
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   8.1/10(333 votes)

   #9 - Questionable Costs

   S3:E911/1/2018

   Ronald wrestles with the most difficult decision of his life. To Izzy’s horror, the virus she built blows back on Araknet. When Mara finds out what Nick did to Ronald, their relationship teeters on the edge. Wes’s indictment sends Nick into a downward spiral with biting repercussions.

   Director:Ben Ketai

   Writer:Barry Levy

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   Director:Ben Ketai

   Writer:Barry Levy
10. 

    8.1/10(431 votes)

    #10 - Trading Up

    S3:E1011/1/2018

    Ronald fears the impending blowback from a vindictive LH7. Mara’s ultimate plan comes to fruition, blindsiding Wes and Nick. Stroud reemerges to tie up loose ends, leading to an explosive and deadly season finale.

    Director:Ben Ketai

    Writer:Ben Ketai

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    Director:Ben Ketai

    Writer:Ben Ketai