The Best Episodes of Tyrant Season 3

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.7/10(267 votes)

   #1 - Spring

   S3:E17/6/2016

   With Jamal’s life in danger and Abuddin on the verge of plunging into chaos, Barry steps forward as interim president and sets the stage for democratic elections. Daliyah takes a leading role in the nation, bringing her close to Barry. Swept up in the tides of revenge, army leaders overstep their bounds in securing peace. An American General who shares history with Leila arrives in Abuddin.

   Director:Gwyneth Horder-Payton

   Writer:Christopher Keyser

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   Director:Gwyneth Horder-Payton

   Writer:Christopher Keyser
2. 

   7.5/10(243 votes)

   #2 - Cockroach

   S3:E27/13/2016

   Barry discovers that his hold over Abuddin is tenuous. Sammy embarks on a risky relationship. Ihab's desire for revenge is given an outlet. Fauzi returns to Abuddin and is thrust into a political role. Molly’s routine visit to a military hospital goes awry, spelling terrible consequences for the future of Abuddin.

   Director:Alex Zakrzewski

   Writer:Addison McQuigg

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   Director:Alex Zakrzewski

   Writer:Addison McQuigg
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   8.4/10(300 votes)

   #3 - The Dead and the Living

   S3:E37/20/2016

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   Director:Gwyneth Horder-Payton

   Writers:Howard Gordon, Christopher Keyser

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   Director:Gwyneth Horder-Payton

   Writers:Howard Gordon, Christopher Keyser
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   7.7/10(219 votes)

   #4 - A Prayer for Our Daughters

   S3:E47/27/2016

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   Director:Michael Lehmann

   Writer:Emmy Grinwis

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   Director:Michael Lehmann

   Writer:Emmy Grinwis
5. 

   7.3/10(204 votes)

   #5 - Rock and a Hard Place

   S3:E58/3/2016

   In the wake of thwarted terrorist attacks, Barry bans open prayer at the University - causing a severe backlash. Al-Qadi speaks out against violence and restriction of religious freedom. Bereft and alone, Barry and Daliyah turn to each other for comfort. Leila’s campaign heats up, alongside her relationship with Cogswell.

   Director:Deborah Chow

   Writer:Anna Fishko

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   Director:Deborah Chow

   Writer:Anna Fishko
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   7.5/10(202 votes)

   #6 - Truth and Dignity

   S3:E68/10/2016

   Barry's tough policies put Daliyah in grave danger. Al-Qadi enacts a risky plan to broach peace. Fauzi puts his feelings on the line, leaving Daliyah conflicted. As the elections reel out of control, Barry cracks down on the political process. Leila's relationship with Cogswell creates a wedge between her and her sister.

   Director:Charlotte Brändström

   Writers:Kelly Wiles, Amy Louise Johnson

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   Director:Charlotte Brändström

   Writers:Kelly Wiles, Amy Louise Johnson
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   7.5/10(201 votes)

   #7 - Bedfellows

   S3:E78/17/2016

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   Director:Peter Weller

   Writer:Daniel Goldfarb

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   Director:Peter Weller

   Writer:Daniel Goldfarb
8. 

   7.8/10(187 votes)

   #8 - Ask for the Earth

   S3:E88/24/2016

   Molly returns to Abuddin with a hardened resolve to pursue her daughter’s killer. Mahdiya is entrusted with a critical job. Leila and Cogswell relish in a brief escape from the world -- only to find that escape is impossible. Barry is thrown by Molly’s cold determination and haunted by images of the daughter he failed. Stuck between the woman he loves, the woman he loved, and the daughter he lost, Barry takes a hard line with the country.

   Director:Alrick Riley

   Writer:Christopher Keyser

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   Director:Alrick Riley

   Writer:Christopher Keyser
9. 

   7.3/10(192 votes)

   #9 - How to Live

   S3:E98/31/2016

   Abuddin descends into chaos. Daliyah persuades Fauzi to leave so he can be a voice of dissent, and she takes a public stand against Barry. In an attempt to regain control, Barry gives Maloof authority to shut down Leila’s opposition, and Ahmed joins to pressure his mother to surrender. Cogswell makes a forceful move that puts his career in jeopardy.

   Director:Peter Weller

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Peter Weller

   Writer:Unknown
10. 

    6.7/10(245 votes)

    #10 - Two Graves

    S3:E109/7/2016

    Barry and Molly are on the brink of waging war on the Caliphate. Leila makes a bold political move and braves the possibility of a close betrayal. Barry and Daliyah face a final reckoning in their relationship. The conflict in Abuddin threatens to turn into a bloody civil war.

    Director:Gwyneth Horder-Payton

    Writers:Howard Gordon, Christopher Keyser

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    Director:Gwyneth Horder-Payton

    Writers:Howard Gordon, Christopher Keyser