After years away from the CIA, Elizabeth McCord is pulled back into the political arena. The newly appointed Secretary of State is tough, fair, and smart, driving international diplomacy, wrangling office politics, and circumventing protocol as she negotiates global and domestic issues, both at the White House and at home.
After years away from the CIA, Elizabeth McCord is pulled back into the political arena. The newly appointed Secretary of State is tough, fair, and smart, driving international diplomacy, wrangling office politics, and circumventing protocol as she negotiates global and domestic issues, both at the White House and at home.
Season 3 episodes
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When a storm destroys a naval base in Bahrain, Elizabeth urges President Dalton to reexamine his approach to climate change and his overall foreign policy, something that could jeopardize his re-election campaign. Also, the McCords worry that their family is being stalked when they discover Jason’s laptop may have been hacked.
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Directed by Morgan FreemanWritten by Barbara HallGuest stars Kobi Libii, Nancy Ellen Shore, Carlos Gómez, Jane Pauley, J.C. MacKenzie, Kristolyn Lloyd, Mousa Kraish, Brian Reddy
With Algeria on the brink of a civil war, Elizabeth delicately negotiates a regime change, but her plans go awry when Roy Curtis, the trusted U.S. Ambassador to Algeria, dies unexpectedly. Also, Henry fights to save religious antiquities in Algeria when he discovers they are being destroyed by Hizb al-Shahid.
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Directed by Eric StoltzWritten by David GraeGuest stars Matt Meinsen, Johanna Day, Nancy Ellen Shore, Carlos Gómez, Amanda Devin King, Michael Boatman, Dakin Matthews, Marshall Manesh
After U.S. environmental activists protesting China’s damage of a South China Sea reef are arrested for spying, Elizabeth finds herself in a stalemate with the Chinese foreign minister as she lobbies for their release.
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Directed by Rob J. GreenleaWritten by Matt WardGuest stars Johanna Day, Nancy Ellen Shore, Jordan Lage, Carlos Gómez, Francis Jue, Amanda Devin King, David Furr, Geoffrey Cantor
After a bombing at a political rally in Angola, Elizabeth must find a way to respond to a “dissent memo” from the Bureau of African Affairs when they criticize the Dalton Administration’s lack of attention to the upcoming Angolan election.
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Directed by Félix AlcaláWritten by Joy GregoryGuest stars Nancy Ellen Shore, Carlos Gómez, Chris O'Shea, J.C. MacKenzie, Brian Reddy, Tonya Pinkins, Charles Socarides, Lyne Renee
When an imminent U.S.-France state dinner is jeopardized after a CIA operative is captured by French intelligence, Elizabeth must negotiate the operative’s release while keeping the event on track.
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Directed by Jonathan BrownWritten by Moira KirlandGuest stars Nancy Ellen Shore, Carlos Gómez, Tony Plana, Mandy Gonzalez, Brian Reddy, David Furr, Justine Lupe, Lyne Renee
When Elizabeth discovers that a terrorist bombing at an Illinois coffee shop was funded by someone with close ties to the Saudi government, she makes a bold move after the Saudi ambassador refuses to bring the man to justice. Also, Matt refuses to issue a statement when news breaks that he and the bomber are linked to the same mosque, and Henry reaches out to Dmitri when he hears he’s having trouble adjusting to his new life in Phoenix.
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Directed by Jet WilkinsonWritten by Alex CooleyGuest stars Masha King, Nancy Ellen Shore, Nuah Ozryel, Mandy Gonzalez, Chris Petrovski, J.C. MacKenzie, Cathleen Trigg, Michael Potts
After Venezuela’s president and his immediate successors are killed in a devastating earthquake, Elizabeth works to stop a power grab by the late president’s son, as well as secure the release of the international aid team he arrested.
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Directed by Arlene SanfordWritten by Lyla OliverGuest stars Eric Stoltz, Johanna Day, Nancy Ellen Shore, Clifton Davis, J.C. MacKenzie, Michael Potts, Lisa Banes, Tara Summers
As President Dalton eagerly awaits voting results on Election Day, Elizabeth uncovers information that could put the U.S.’s peace deal with Iran in jeopardy.
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Directed by James Whitmore Jr.Written by Alexander MaggioGuest stars Nick Gracer, Nancy Ellen Shore, René Auberjonois, Tony Plana, Kevin Rahm, J.C. MacKenzie, Michael Potts, Sam Daly
As the U.N. Security Council considers reinstating sanctions against Iran for its suspected nuclear activities, Elizabeth tries to stop Israel from taking matters into its own hands when it threatens military action against the Iranians.
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Directed by Sam HoffmanWritten by Shalisha FrancisGuest stars Johanna Day, Nancy Ellen Shore, René Auberjonois, Clifton Davis, David Wohl, J.C. MacKenzie, Michael Cerveris, Dariush Kashani
When a possible Israel-Iran war threatens the House’s imminent vote on the U.S. presidential election, Elizabeth attempts to bring the two reluctant countries to the negotiation table in an effort to broker a peace between them. Also, Russell’s life hangs in the balance after a heart attack.
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Directed by Eric StoltzWritten by David GraeGuest stars Emelyn Daly, Linda Emond, Johanna Day, Nancy Ellen Shore, Jordan Lage, John Ellison Conlee, Clifton Davis, Tony Plana
When the Mongolian government sends Elizabeth a horse as a gift, she thinks accepting it could upset other Asian countries, but she stirs up more controversy when she considers returning it to Mongolia. Also, Gov. Sam Evans threatens to sue Ohio for putting President Dalton on the election ballot, and Stevie has an interesting first day as Russell’s new intern.
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Directed by Jonathan BrownWritten by Barbara HallGuest stars Nancy Ellen Shore, Chris O'Shea, Armand Schultz, Francis Jue, J.C. MacKenzie, Sandra Daley, Keone Young, Tony Crane
When Elizabeth and her staff fly to Africa to offer development aid to the continent, they are caught by surprise when the Chinese arrive there first, ready to outmaneuver the U.S. with competing offers of aid. Also, when turbulence on their plane ride to Africa leaves Daisy unnerved, she and Susan Thompson go on a welcome tour of Africa, admiring the beauty of the continent. And, the FBI asks Henry to help investigate a Christian cult member who may have helped build the bomb used in the Illinois coffee shop attack.
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Directed by Martha MitchellWritten by Matt WardGuest stars Matt Meinsen, Francis Jue, Tonya Pinkins, Arian Moayed, James McCaffrey, Roslyn Ruff, Obba Babatundé, Eva Kaminsky
When an influential rabbi organizing a symbolic Iran/Israel soccer game is killed, Elizabeth and Jay’s peace treaty plans for the two countries are jeopardized. Also, Elizabeth’s name is floated for a Nobel Peace Prize. Jay’s tireless work on the Iran/Israel peace deal strains his marriage. Daisy makes a connection with new work colleague, Kevin Park.
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Directed by Félix AlcaláWritten by Joy GregoryGuest stars Clifton Davis, Houshang Touzie, Stephen Singer, Arian Moayed, Darren Pettie, Justin Baldoni, Stephanie J. Block, Dana Ivey
When the upcoming marriage of two star-crossed lovers from Colombia is in jeopardy, Elizabeth works to reunite the son of the Colombian president and the daughter of the rebel leader, whose union is at the heart of an important peace deal after years of civil war. Also, Henry prepares to send his operative undercover, Jay deals with his tenuous marital situation, and Daisy makes a shocking discovery regarding Kevin.
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Directed by Charlotte BrändströmWritten by Moira KirlandGuest stars Mandy Gonzalez, Arian Moayed, Darren Pettie, Justin Baldoni, Stephanie J. Block, Julio Oscar Mechoso, Luna Lauren Vélez, Paul Calderon
Elizabeth is shocked when the Philippines' unconventional new president, Datu Andrada, makes a pass at her during their meeting to discuss his refusal to participate in an Asia-Pacific territory treaty. Also, Elizabeth asks Jay to look into Kevin Park's CIA connections, and Henry fears for his operative who is embedded in the religious cult when he goes radio silent.
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Directed by Maggie GreenwaldWritten by Lyla OliverGuest stars Mike Pniewski, Clifton Davis, Mandy Gonzalez, Arian Moayed, Darren Pettie, Andrew Garman, Michael Gaston, Joel de la Fuente
Elizabeth’s landmark global climate treaty with more than 200 countries is jeopardized when China threatens to back out due to her meeting with an ailing Dalai Lama. Also, Henry worries about his undercover operative’s safety, and Jay is surprised when Abby serves him with a custody agreement for their daughter.
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Directed by Félix AlcaláWritten by Alex CooleyGuest stars Sarita Choudhury, Mandy Gonzalez, Francis Jue, Arian Moayed, Roslyn Ruff, Darren Pettie, Stephanie J. Block, Jan Maxwell
When a computer sting uncovers the possible mole in the CIA arms smuggling ring, Elizabeth’s questioning of the suspect makes her think that a larger, more dangerous force is behind the operation. Also, Henry worries that the doomsday cult is drugging his embedded operative, and Elizabeth and her State Department staff come up with an unorthodox approach to solving black rhino poaching in Namibia.
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Directed by James Whitmore Jr.Written by Alexander MaggioGuest stars Matt Meinsen, Mike Pniewski, Jordan Lage, Mandy Gonzalez, Michael Boatman, Justine Lupe, Arian Moayed, Gregory Jones
Elizabeth enlists the help of Hollywood star Ashley Whittaker to help sway the president of Kyrgyzstan to end human trafficking in his country, but the added attention could put an American captive at risk. Also, when Henry finds the bomb that’s being held by the doomsday cult, he uncovers information that they could be planning a deadlier attack.
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Directed by Rob J. GreenleaWritten by Joy GregoryGuest stars Michael Boatman, Arian Moayed, Roslyn Ruff, Darren Pettie, Andy Lucien, Joey Parsons, Cady Huffman, Rob Yang
When warring rebel groups threaten Elizabeth’s Somalian food relief efforts and kidnap an American aide there, she reluctantly considers asking a notorious Russian arms dealer for help. Also, Henry is blindsided when he is taken off the VFF doomsday cult case, and Alison and Stevie await their college acceptances.
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Directed by Jet WilkinsonWritten by Moira KirlandGuest stars Clifton Davis, Mandy Gonzalez, Michael Boatman, Justine Lupe, Arian Moayed, Roslyn Ruff, Matt Deangelis, Patrick Page
As the U.S. hunts for the person believed to be behind the CIA arms smuggling case, Elizabeth and her team must work to save Jay when he’s kidnapped in Nice, France, during a fact-finding mission into the suspect. Also, Henry suspects the doomsday cult is planning an attack in Israel, and Jason dupes his parents into giving him money for an expensive calculator when he’s really using it to impress a girl.
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Directed by Charlotte BrändströmWritten by Mark SteilenGuest stars Clifton Davis, Tony Plana, Michael Boatman, Arian Moayed, Roslyn Ruff, Stephanie J. Block, Michael Gaston, Jeremy Davidson
Elizabeth and her team work to secure the release of an American journalist held hostage in the Sudan.
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Directed by Deborah ReinischWritten by Matt WardGuest stars Clifton Davis, Kevin Rahm, Francis Jue, Michael Boatman, Skipp Sudduth, Flor De Liz Perez, Deidre Goodwin, Justin Mark
As Elizabeth and President Dalton head to Rome for the G20 Conference, she is concerned for Henry’s safety when he is sent to Israel to intercept the doomsday cult’s bio-weapon before it is deployed. Also, Blake reveals a personal secret to his former colleagues that he meets at the conference, and Elizabeth goes behind Stevie’s back to ask Russell to get her off Harvard Law School’s waiting list.
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Directed by Jonathan BrownWritten by David GraeGuest stars Roe Hartrampf, Kobi Libii, Clifton Davis, Tony Plana, Mandy Gonzalez, Sandra Daley, Stephen Singer, Arian Moayed
Elizabeth heads to Brussels to seek NATO’s support against Russia when it threatens to invade Bulgaria, but when France refuses to cooperate, it could threaten the alliance’s very existence. Also, Henry’s new government role has him dive into the Russia issue and turn to his former operative, Dmitri Petrov for help, and as Nadine and Mike B’s relationship heats up, Elizabeth finds out information about her old friend that makes her question his loyalties.
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Directed by Eric StoltzWritten by Barbara HallGuest stars Yasen Peyankov, Sam Breslin Wright, Richard Bekins, Clifton Davis, Tony Plana, Kevin Rahm, Mandy Gonzalez, Chris Petrovski
