The Good Wife: Season 3
The Good Wife Season 3 continues the overarching saga across 22 episodes. The series is an American television drama created by Robert and Michelle King and airs on CBS. It stars Julianna Margulies, Josh Charles, Christine Baranski, Matt Czuchry, Archie Panjabi, Zach Grenier, Matthew Goode, Cush Jumbo, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and Alan Cumming. The drama focuses on a politician's wife who pursues her own career as a defe
Season 3 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Alicia Florrick assumes full responsibility for her family and re-enters the workforce.
- Alicia pursues her own career as a defense attorney.
- Alicia's husband is sent to jail on charges of political corruption.
- The series is an American TV drama airing on CBS and created by Robert and Michelle King.
Season overview
The Good Wife Season 3 continues the overarching saga across 22 episodes. The series is an American television drama created by Robert and Michelle King and airs on CBS. It stars Julianna Margulies, Josh Charles, Christine Baranski, Matt Czuchry, Archie Panjabi, Zach Grenier, Matthew Goode, Cush Jumbo, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and Alan Cumming. The drama focuses on a politician's wife who pursues her own career as a defense attorney after her husband is sent to jail on charges of political corruption. Alicia Florrick boldly assumes full responsibility for her family and re-enters the workforce.
Episode Guide
Season 3 Progress Shield
A New Day
Sep 25, 2011
While the staff at Lockhart/Gardner adjust to new realities and relationships, Alicia must put aside distractions in her personal life to defend a Muslim student accused of murderi
The Death Zone
Oct 2, 2011
Alicia discovers she must become an expert on English law when a libel case she wins involving a businessman from Britain becomes an international matter after it is retried and tr
Get a Room
Oct 9, 2011
Alicia and Will go toe-to-toe with his ex during a court-ordered mediation, while Eli and Diane clash over the best way to handle a dairy company’s PR disaster.
Feeding the Rat
Oct 16, 2011
Alicia takes a pro bono case in which a witness quickly becomes the prime suspect. Meanwhile, Will and Diane plot the firm’s direction and their futures.
Marthas and Caitlins
Oct 23, 2011
When Alicia's key witness commits suicide, she must turn to the only person whose testimony can salvage her case: Colin Sweeney. Meanwhile, Eli makes big moves on Peter's behalf.
Affairs of State
Oct 30, 2011
While Alicia wades through diplomatic loopholes to defend a Taiwanese national, Eli is approached by his ex-wife to vet her for a possible political campaign.
Executive Order 13224
Nov 6, 2011
Alicia worries that she will break confidentiality when the Treasury Department forces her to report on her latest client, while Peter reluctantly digs into Will's past transgressi
Death Row Tip
Nov 13, 2011
In order to keep a client from being convicted of murder, Alicia must obtain a stay of execution for a guilty man; Eli tries to stay ahead of a client's possible scandal.
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot
Nov 20, 2011
Tensions are high at Lockhart & Gardner as Alicia and Will argue in front of a mercurial military judge, Eli’s confidence is shaken and Diane issues an ultimatum to protect the fir
Parenting Made Easy
Dec 4, 2011
A routine arbitration turns into a battle of wills between Alicia and Louis Canning, but the pair makes an unexpected connection when a personal crisis interrupts the proceedings.
What Went Wrong
Dec 11, 2011
As Alicia looks for a way to have a judgment thrown out following a shocking guilty verdict, she also begins to feel the consequences of decisions in her personal life.
Alienation of Affection
Jan 8, 2012
Lockhart-Gardner faces trouble when a recently divorced couple claims they influenced their separation for their own personal gain.
Bitcoin for Dummies
Jan 15, 2012
Alicia defends a client charged with protecting the identity of the creator of an illegal currency.
Another Ham Sandwich
Jan 29, 2012
With her investigation complete, Special Prosecutor Wendy Scott-Carr presents her evidence against Will to the grand jury in hopes of sending him to prison for bribery. Meanwhile,
Live From Damascus
Feb 19, 2012
Lockhart & Gardner leads a class action suit against a software company that allowed the Syrian government to “disappear” American citizens. Also, Will faces a hard decision in the
After The Fall
Mar 4, 2012
While power grabs are being made at the firm, Alicia and Caitlin square off against old foe Nancy Crozier. Meanwhile, Peter discovers the price of taking the moral high road.
Long Way Home
Mar 11, 2012
Alicia must once again aid Colin Sweeney when a sexual misconduct claim derails his attempt to win back control of his company. Also, Cary is faced with a moral dilemma when Peter
Gloves Come Off
Mar 18, 2012
Alicia once again faces Louis Canning in court, but recent financial concerns lead her to reconsider his standing job offer. Meanwhile, Diane reconnects with the enigmatic Jack Cop
Blue Ribbon Panel
Mar 25, 2012
Alicia is assigned to be on a blue-ribbon panel that is investigating a police shooting. But she soon begins to question the actions of the panel chairman.
Pants on Fire
Apr 15, 2012
As Alicia counsels a client whether to accept a strict plea deal, she's distracted by Peter's newest political rival, whose actions force her back into the public spotlight.
The Penalty Box
Apr 22, 2012
Alicia defends a judge against misconduct charges stemming from his days as a prosecutor. Meanwhile, Cary makes a career decision and Kalinda deals with the repercussions of Agent
The Dream Team
Apr 29, 2012
Will and Diane scramble when Louis Canning and Patti Nyholm team up to bankrupt the firm. Also, Alicia faces conflicted feelings regarding her relationship with Peter, and Kalinda'