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      Season 3 – Castle

      2010 Crime Drama Comedy List
      67% Tomatometer 6 Reviews 92% Audience Score 100+ Ratings Bored with his success, celebrated mystery novelist Rick Castle teams with NYPD Detective Kate Beckett to solve the case of a copycat killer who re-creates murder scenes from Rick's novels. While solving the case, the two realize that their unorthodox partnership has its benefits and decide to continue working together. Combining his writer's intuition with her creative detective work, they investigate strange homicides in New York, all the while building a strong, if complicated, relationship with each other. Read More Read Less Watch on Fandango at Home Premiered May 18 Buy Now

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      Jess Mccabe Bitch Media The show is ultimately rescued because the writers get self-aware. Jan 7, 2021 Full Review Ginia Bellafante New York Times Despite the whimsical mood, Ms. Katic maintains an egregiously flat and chilly affect, performing as though she has been cast in CSI: Kiev. It is too easy to care not an iota whether they get into bed, let alone eventually wind up registering at Tiffany. Sep 6, 2013 Full Review Zack Handlen AV Club This is a cute piece of work that coasts largely on the charms of its cast (namely Fillion, although there aren't any serious weak spots) and a colorful, cinematic visual style. Rated: B Sep 20, 2010 Full Review Michael Crider Screen Rant Without the light-hearted and even flirty back-and-forth, there's not a whole lot to distinguish Castle from any mystery made in the last twenty years - and in fact, there's not much about it that stands out either. Sep 6, 2013 Full Review Courtney Morrison TV Fanatic Five minutes in and there was already a shoot-out. I had to rewind my DVR several times to take everything in and now that it's over, I'm still in shock. Rated: 4.9/5 Sep 6, 2013 Full Review Jim Garner TV Fanatic Of all the shows I enjoy, Castle has some of the best writing on the air. Rated: 4.3/5 Sep 21, 2010 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Al R I deleted it from my watchlist. It was an okay show up until the end of season 2 and a few episodes into season 3. I HATE soap operas and that is what this has become. Too many instances of making each other jealous. Makes the show unbearable!!! Why is it series usually can't make it through the 2nd season before ruining the show? I'm done with it because of the bullshit relationship issues ALWAYS being the gist of the episodes. Unless you're a big soap opera type tease shows fan, don't waste your time! Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 04/25/24 Full Review Michelle T When Castle returns everyone gives him the cold shoulder bc he didn't call them once while he was on vacation. But he helps them solve a case and they let him come back. The 3XK episode was definitely different. Castle was able to figure out who the real 3XK is. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/19/23 Full Review Toms c The series continues to hit the mark. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 06/04/23 Full Review Danil S The third season opened with a bang, and ended with a bang. Apart from that, however, everything that happened in between is mostly a cheap thrill galore. The whole series coast largely on the charms of its cast and the light-heartedness of the premise; which was greatly diminished in this season. There are actually more dramatic, serious episodes in this season as compared to the first two; which I think is good for the cast because they could show off their acting chops. For the audience, however, some might not be so pleased. I, however, is welcoming to the change. On a different note, some loose ends were tied up in this season, while some remained to be seen. This season actually focuses more on the secondary characters in the show as compared to the main ones; which I would say is... Character development? All in all, this is a decent follow-up to the first two seasons, but there is nothing spectacular that is worth mentioning. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 07/25/22 Full Review jon c More Castle + more Beckett= another season Katic and Fillion are together once more for the shows 3rd outing Last season Beckett was dating another officer and Castle decided to write another book called Naked Heat He decided to go on a book tour and spend time with his daughter and ex-wife in the Hamptons Beckett was taken aback by this not knowing how long he'd be gone no longer being her partner When this season starts a friend of Castle's ends up dead and it's not looking good for him since he was there by the time Beckett and the rest showed up But things are settled back in place with both of them doing what they do best Another development for Beckett's mother shows up: detective Ragley was the one in charge of the case and gives her a vital piece of information At this point it's not about the books anymore for Castle, sure he's written 22 novels but the real world when it comes to blood and bullets is something else Season 3 kinda loses its way towards the end but it keeps to the core of Fillion and Katic The finale has Beckett facing more of a challenge getting closer to the truth about her mother but it tests her loyalty, clouds her judgment, and puts her relationship with Castle on the rocks Unfortunately too it leads to a massive betrayal from inside the department and the death of a dead supporting player This gets much more heavy by the end of the season and I'm glad the actors make it very compelling and the writers become more self-aware of the show's context Season 3 might be a step down in many respects but thankfully I'm still tuned in Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review Audience Member The hunt for Beckett's mother's killers heats up in Season 3 of Castle. After a summer break Castle returns to the 9th precinct to continue catching murders witch Beckett's team and they soon find new evidence about her mother's case; meanwhile Castle's home life gets more complicated as Alexis makes plans to graduate early and move out to attend college. And the supporting characters are developed more as well, as Esposito and Lanie begin a relationship, Ryan proposes to his girlfriend, and a past case comes back to haunt Captain Montgomery. Additionally, the writer's try some new things, including taking Castle and Beckett out of New York ("To Love and Die in L.A."), tackling a series killer case ("3XK") and domestic terrorist ("Setup" & "Countdown"), and ending the season finale on a nail-biting cliffhanger ("Kockout"). Also, the list of guest stars is as impressive as ever; Lance Henrikson, Laura Prepon, Bruce Davison, Adrian Pasdar, Tina Majorino and Jane Seymour. Castle just keeps getting better and better, and Season 3 may be its strongest yet. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Episodes

      Episode 1 Aired Sep 20, 2010 A Deadly Affair When Beckett and her team burst into an apartment on a murderer's trail, they see Castle standing over a dead woman's body holding a gun; Beckett arrests Castle as he asserts his innocence. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 27, 2010 He's Dead, She's Dead Beckett and Castle search for a psychic's killer while debating the existence of extrasensory abilities. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 4, 2010 Under the Gun When a coded document attracts Castle's attention, Beckett must steer the case back to the violent felons who populated their victim's world; when Beckett's ex-partner arrives, Castle must watch the relationship become romantic. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 11, 2010 Punked A young mathematician is shot with a 200-year-old bullet, inspiring wild theories by Castle about a time-traveling murderer. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 18, 2010 Anatomy of a Murder An unknown woman falls out of a casket along with the original deceased when pallbearers lose control of the casket at a funeral; the investigation takes Beckett and Castle into the world of amorous, bed-hopping physicians. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 25, 2010 3XK When a beautiful woman is found dead, the evidence indicates a notorious serial killer known as "The Triple Killer." Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 1, 2010 Almost Famous When Beckett and Castle respond to an "officer down" call, they discover the victim is actually a male stripper dressed as a cop. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 8, 2010 Murder Most Fowl While investigating a subway worker's murder in Central Park, Castle and Beckett unexpectedly uncover a boy's abduction. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 15, 2010 Close Encounters of the Murderous Kind When a prominent astrophysicist is found dead in her car, Castle is led to theorize her death was the result of an alien abduction. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 6, 2010 Last Call When a bar owner's body is found in the East River, the investigation takes Castle and Beckett through the forgotten tunnels and passageways of turn-of-the-century New York; Castle considers buying a bar. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 3, 2011 Nikki Heat When Castle's novel "Heat Wave" becomes a movie, actress Natalie Rhodes accepts Beckett's invitation to visit and learn about the character she will play; Natalie observes Castle and Beckett's investigation of the murder of a matchmaker. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 10, 2011 Poof, You're Dead The owner of a historic magic shop is found dead in Houdini's water torture tank; a new romance comes to light. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 24, 2011 Knockdown The retired lead detective on Beckett's mother's homicide case is gunned down after telling her he has new information; Castle and Beckett's partnership grows stronger. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 7, 2011 Lucky Stiff The murder of a lottery winner leaves Castle and Beckett with a wealth of suspects; Martha must decide what to do with her inheritance. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 14, 2011 The Final Nail An old friend of Castle's emerges as the prime suspect in his wife's murder. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 19, 2011 Setup While investigating an apparent robbery/homicide, Beckett and Castle discover the victim was involved in a mysterious conspiracy; as the stakes rise, a federal agent (Adrian Pasdar) takes over the case. Details Episode 17 Aired Feb 28, 2011 Countdown Castle and Beckett must set aside their differences with Agent Fallon (Adrian Pasdar) while trying to prevent a city-wide catastrophe. Details Episode 18 Aired Mar 21, 2011 One Life to Lose When the head writer on a popular soap opera is killed with a fire axe, Castle is able to use his skills as an author to make a discovery about the killer. Details Episode 19 Aired Mar 28, 2011 Law & Murder A juror suddenly dies during a high-profile trial involving a murdered socialite. Details Episode 20 Aired Apr 4, 2011 Slice of Death When a reporter is found dead inside a pizza oven, Castle and Beckett try to determine why he was murdered. Details Episode 21 Aired Apr 11, 2011 The Dead Pool Castle and Beckett investigate the death of a champion swimmer; authors Michael Connelly and Dennis Lehane give Castle advice. Details Episode 22 Aired May 2, 2011 To Love and Die in L.A. Against orders, Beckett travels to Los Angeles while investigating her ex-partner's murder; Castle questions Beckett's motives. Details Episode 23 Aired May 9, 2011 Pretty Dead After a contestant in a beauty pageant is found strangled, many suspects turn up, including jealous fellow contestants, the pageant's sponsor (Michael McKean), and the show's host (Sasha Roiz). Details Episode 24 Aired May 16, 2011 Knockout A professional hit man (Max Martini) with information about the murder of Beckett's mother escapes during a court hearing; Castle and the team uncover a deep conspiracy. Details

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      Season Info

      Director
      John Terlesky, Rob Bowman, Bryan Spicer, Jeff Bleckner, Bill Roe
      Executive Producer
      Andrew W. Marlowe, Rob Bowman, Laurie Zaks, David Amann
      Screenwriter
      Alexi Hawley, David Grae, Andrew W. Marlowe, Scott Williams, Will Beall, Terri Miller, Terence Paul Winter, David Amann, Elizabeth Davis, Moira Kirland, Matt Pyken
      Network
      ABC
      Rating
      TV-PG (L|V)
      Genre
      Crime, Drama, Comedy
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date
      Sep 20, 2010