The BEST episodes of Good Times season 3

Every episode of Good Times season 3, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Good Times season 3!

The Evans family scratches and survives in their tough South Side Chicago ghetto. Esther Rolle and John Amos star as parents Florida and James, with "dyn-o-mite" breakout comedy star Jimmie Walker as J.J., the oldest of the three Evans children.

Last Updated: 9/7/2024Network: CBSStatus: Ended
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The Family Gun
star
8.39
61 votes

#1 - The Family Gun

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/16/1975

James brings a gun home to protect his family.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
Writer: Bob Peete
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Willona's Dilemma
star
7.98
52 votes

#2 - Willona's Dilemma

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/11/1975

Willona fears her new relationship with a deaf man is moving too fast.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
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J.J. in Trouble
star
7.95
21 votes

#3 - J.J. in Trouble

Season 3 - Episode 21 - Aired 2/3/1976

After his ex-girlfriend tells him he has V.D., and embarrassed J.J. visits the local clinic.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
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Sweet Daddy Williams
star
7.86
29 votes

#4 - Sweet Daddy Williams

Season 3 - Episode 19 - Aired 1/20/1976

J.J. new patron is Sweet Daddy Williams, the most notorious criminal in the projects.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
Writer: James Ritz
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J.J.'s Fiancee (2)
star
7.85
20 votes

#5 - J.J.'s Fiancee (2)

Season 3 - Episode 18 - Aired 1/13/1976

J.J.'s elopement plans are dashed when his girlfriend finds herself needing a fix but without dope.

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Operation Florida
star
7.84
56 votes

#6 - Operation Florida

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/23/1975

James insists on a level of care he can't afford when Florida needs a gallbladder operation.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
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Florida's Protest
star
7.83
58 votes

#7 - Florida's Protest

Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 11/25/1975

After serving the family meat that makes them sick, Florida organizes a protest against the market and winds up in jail.

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The Mural
star
7.82
57 votes

#8 - The Mural

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 12/2/1975

J.J. is commissioned by a bank to paint a mural depicting ghetto life.

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Florida the Woman
star
7.79
19 votes

#9 - Florida the Woman

Season 3 - Episode 22 - Aired 2/17/1976

After Florida's boss takes her out to lunch, she has a confrontation with a jealous James.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
Writer: Jay Sommers
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J.J.'s Fiancee (1)
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7.78
18 votes

#10 - J.J.'s Fiancee (1)

Season 3 - Episode 17 - Aired 1/6/1976

J.J. defiantly plans to marry his girlfriend, but he does not know that she is a heroin addict.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
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The Family Tree
star
7.75
20 votes

#11 - The Family Tree

Season 3 - Episode 15 - Aired 12/23/1975

Thelma discovers that James' father is alive and living in Chicago, but James is reluctant to see him.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
Writer: Bob Peete
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A Place to Die
star
7.60
20 votes

#12 - A Place to Die

Season 3 - Episode 16 - Aired 12/30/1975

Michael's elderly friend chooses the Evans apartment as the perfect place to draw his last breath.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
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A Loss of Confidence
star
7.59
27 votes

#13 - A Loss of Confidence

Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 12/9/1975

After an epic strikeout, J.J. loses his confidence in women.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
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Cousin Cleatus
star
7.58
26 votes

#14 - Cousin Cleatus

Season 3 - Episode 14 - Aired 12/16/1975

The FBI comes calling when Florida's nephew is on the lam after robbing a bank.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
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The Break Up
star
7.53
19 votes

#15 - The Break Up

Season 3 - Episode 23 - Aired 2/24/1976

Thelma must decide whether to move to California with her fiancé.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
Writer: Bob Peete
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The Investigation
star
7.42
19 votes

#16 - The Investigation

Season 3 - Episode 20 - Aired 1/27/1976

The FBI investigates the Evanses because Michael had written to Cuba asking for information for a school project.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
Writer: Bruce Howard
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The Rent Party
star
7.38
24 votes

#17 - The Rent Party

Season 3 - Episode 24 - Aired 3/2/1976

The Evanses throw a rent party and talent show to help an elderly neighbor in need.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
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The Baby
star
7.26
54 votes

#18 - The Baby

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/21/1975

The Evanses throw a baby shower for a friend who has decided to give her child up for adoption.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
Writer: Bruce Howard
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A Real Cool Job
star
7.23
60 votes

#19 - A Real Cool Job

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/9/1975

James' new trade-school diploma leads him to a high-paying job prospect, but it's in Alaska.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
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Michael's Big Fall
star
7.09
54 votes

#20 - Michael's Big Fall

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 10/28/1975

With James out of town, Florida takes action when Michael starts misbehaving.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
Writer: Bob Peete
The Weekend
star
6.86
58 votes

#21 - The Weekend

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/14/1975

James and Florida celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary in a cabin, but Florida can't stop worrying about the kids.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
The Politicians
star
6.80
56 votes

#22 - The Politicians

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/4/1975

The family members choose sides in the election for district alderman.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
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Love in the Ghetto
star
6.75
59 votes

#23 - Love in the Ghetto

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/30/1975

Thelma's engagement plans aren't well received by James and Florida.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
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Florida's Rich Cousin
star
6.59
56 votes

#24 - Florida's Rich Cousin

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/7/1975

Needing financial help, Florida asks her formerly affluent cousin for a loan.

Directors: Herbert Kenwith
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