Set in the present, the series offers a bold, subversive take on Archie, Betty, Veronica and their friends, exploring the surreality of small-town life, the darkness and weirdness bubbling beneath Riverdale’s wholesome facade.
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Set in the present, the series offers a bold, subversive take on Archie, Betty, Veronica and their friends, exploring the surreality of small-town life, the darkness and weirdness bubbling beneath Riverdale’s wholesome facade.
Season 3 episodes
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As the jury begins deliberations in his murder trial, Archie makes a surprising request about how he wants to spend his final days of summer. Betty is forced to deal with her problems head-on after a heated confrontation with Alice and Polly brings up some dark secrets she’s kept hidden. Veronica pleads with Hiram to step in and help Archie before a verdict is announced. Finally, Jughead leads the Serpents against the Ghoulies latest attack.
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Directed by Kevin Rodney SullivanWritten by Roberto Aguirre-SacasaGuest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Luke Perry, Ashleigh Murray, Tommy Martinez, Penelope Ann Miller, Kaare Anderson, Chris Britton, Marc Gaudet
After a gruesome discovery is made in the forest, Jughead and Betty team up to investigate Riverdale's latest mystery. As Archie navigates his new surroundings, Veronica devises a plan to bring a bit of home to him. Elsewhere, when Moose decides to join the RROTC, Kevin worries he may be pulling away from him.
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Directed by Jeff WoolnoughWritten by Michael GrassiGuest stars Luke Perry, Ashleigh Murray, Laura Drummond, Rob Raco, Sam Spear, Henderson Wade, William MacDonald, Simon C. Hussey
When a series of suspicious roadblocks threaten to delay the opening of the speakeasy, Veronica enlists the help of Cheryl, Toni, Reggie, Kevin and Josie to ensure opening night goes off without a hitch. Elsewhere, Betty and Jughead follow different leads to learn more about the strange incidents going on in the town. Finally, some unwanted attention forces Archie to make a difficult decision about his future.
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Directed by Jeffrey G. HuntGuest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Luke Perry, Ashleigh Murray, Rob Raco, Henderson Wade, William MacDonald, Link Baker, Brit Morgan
When Betty confronts Alice about Gryphons and Gargoyles, Alice has no choice but to come clean about how she, along with a young Fred, FP, Hermoine, Hiram, Sierra, Penelope and Tom, played the game in the early 90’s – and how a shocking mystery has been plaguing them all ever since.
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Directed by Dawn WilkinsonWritten by Tessa Leigh WilliamsGuest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Ashleigh Murray, Major Curda, Anthony Michael Hall, Trevor Stines, Zachary Hayden, Sean Kennedy, Jaden Oehr
After weeks go by with no contact from Archie, Veronica devises a dangerous plan to break him out of juvie. Meanwhile, when Betty learns that Jughead has taken their investigation into Griffins & Gargoyles a step too far, she finds herself in a race against the clock to save him.
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Guest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Ashleigh Murray, Rob Raco, William MacDonald, Link Baker, Julian Haig, Eli Goree, Robin Givens
After confronting the parents, who were part of “The Midnight Club” twenty-five years ago, Betty follows some strong leads in hopes of finding out who the true Gargoyle King is. Meanwhile, Veronica’s attempt to prove Archie’s innocence lands her in hot water. Finally, Archie turns to Kevin for help making things right.
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Directed by Rachel TalalayWritten by Cristine ChambersGuest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Luke Perry, Ashleigh Murray, Rob Raco, BJ Harrison, Henderson Wade, Beverley Breuer, Zoé De Grand Maison
Fearful that he will be caught, Archie hits the road and ends up at a farm outside Riverdale, where he meets Laurie Lake. Meanwhile, after Alice takes extreme measures to ensure Betty’s safety from the Gargoyle King, Betty finds herself up against a formidable foe from her past. Finally, after learning that La Bonne Nuit is in trouble, Veronica makes a risky business decision that could cost her everything.
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Directed by Alex PillaiWritten by Janine Salinas SchoenbergGuest stars Riley Keough, Yasmeene Ball, Nancy Amelia Bell, Brad Bergeron, Jesse Goldwater, Wylie Stiver, Ava Telek, Milli Wilkinson
On the road and running out of places to stay, Jughead and Archie head to Toledo to visit Jughead’s mother Gladys and sister Jellybean. Back in Riverdale, Betty inches closer to uncovering the truth about Griffins & Gargoyles, while Veronica and Cheryl take on Hiram, Hermoine and Penelope after more students fall victim to seizures.
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Directed by John T. KretchmerWritten by James DeWilleGuest stars Luke Perry, Wolsey Brooks, Angela Moore, Brit Morgan, Gina Gershon, Beverley Breuer, Trinity Likins, Nathalie Boltt
With Riverdale in disarray following Hiram’s takeover, Veronica leads the charge against her father after he takes aim at La Bonne Nuit. Meanwhile, as Betty reluctantly houses the group of patients who escaped the Sisters of Quiet Mercy, Jughead confronts a group of desperate Serpents, who have resorted to drastic measures to make ends meet. Finally, Archie is forced to face his demons.
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Directed by Jeffrey G. HuntWritten by Arabella AndersonGuest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Luke Perry, Ashleigh Murray, Kendall Cross, Liam Dickinson, Camille Legg, Harrison MacDonald, Tyson Arner
With SAT’s around the corner, Alice and FP urge Jughead and Betty to stop investigating G&G and start focusing on their SAT prep. However, when Alice takes things one step too far, Betty is forced to come face-to-face with someone from her past. Finally, Jughead makes a bold move against the Gargoyle Gang.
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Directed by Maggie KileyWritten by Brian E. PatersonGuest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Luke Perry, Elizabeth Thai, Sam Spear, Shaquan Lewis, Barclay Hope, Scott McNeil, Tyson Arner
After one of their own becomes the target of an unseen assailant, the gang works together to get to the bottom of Riverdale's latest mystery. Meanwhile, Betty works with a surprising ally to piece together clues about a series of deaths in the town. Elsewhere, a spiraling Archie sets out on a new path, while Jughead comes face to face with Ms. Mulwray, Hiram's alleged mistress.
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Directed by Gregory SmithWritten by Devon Turner, Will EwingGuest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Luke Perry, Ashleigh Murray, Kelly Ripa, Scott McNeil, Henderson Wade, Scott Pocha, William MacDonald
Amidst preparations for their upcoming wedding, Sierra and Tom receive an unsettling message, which forces "The Midnight Club" to reunite. Meanwhile, Veronica and Reggie take drastic measures to clean up a mess they created. Cheryl learns some unexpected news about the college she has set her sights on. Lastly, Kevin gives Moose an ultimatum.
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Directed by Harry JierjianWritten by Britta LundinGuest stars Luke Perry, Ashleigh Murray, Nneka Croal, Simon C. Hussey, Veena Sood, Gina Gershon, Bernadette Beck, Robin Givens
Betty takes matters into her own hands when she learns that The Farm has set their sights on someone in her inner circle. Meanwhile, when Hiram and Gladys’ control over Veronica becomes too much to handle, she sets a plan in motion to turn the tables on them. Elsewhere, Archie grows concerned about a young runaway he meets at the gym, while Jughead struggles to maintain control over the Serpents.
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Directed by Marisol AdlerWritten by Aaron AllenGuest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Luke Perry, Ashleigh Murray, Seth Ranaweera, Gina Gershon, Jonathan Whitesell, Nico Bustamante, Michael Denis
As Gladys prepares for FP’s 50th birthday party, Jughead questions his mom’s motives for returning to Riverdale. When an unexpected encounter brings Archie back into the world of G&G, Jughead and Betty devise a plan to help him face his past head-on. Finally, Cheryl and Toni find themselves at a crossroads, and Veronica reveals a damaging secret to Betty.
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Directed by Gabriel CorreaWritten by Roberto Aguirre-SacasaGuest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Luke Perry, Link Baker, Riun Garner, Jaeson Lee, Colm Hill, Gina Gershon, Jordan Connor
As rehearsals for this year’s musical “Heathers: The Musical” get underway, Cheryl, as queen bee Heather Chandler, channels her own HBIC to deal with a recent fallout. Meanwhile, Betty grows increasingly annoyed by Evelyn’s involvement with the musical – as well as the lives of her friends. Elsewhere, Veronica learns some devastating news about her family, and Archie and Josie make a decision about their future. Lastly, Jughead makes a surprising move against Gladys,
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Directed by Maggie KileyWritten by Tessa Leigh WilliamsGuest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Ashleigh Murray, Emilija Baranac, Robyn Ross, Gina Gershon, Chad Michael Murray, Bernadette Beck, Zoé De Grand Maison
As Betty enlists Cheryl’s help to infiltrate The Farm, Archie and Veronica help an ally from his past. Meanwhile, Jughead’s attempt to put a stop to Riverdale’s drug trade puts him on a collision course with Gladys. Finally, Hiram breaks some surprising news to Veronica.
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Guest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Colm Hill, Gina Gershon, Jonathan Whitesell, Julian Haig, Chad Michael Murray, Fred Henderson, Eli Goree
When a tainted batch of fizzle rocks makes its way through Riverdale, Jughead and FP set out to find who’s responsible. After asking Veronica to help get him into an upcoming boxing tournament, Archie quickly learns he may be in over his head. Elsewhere, Betty makes one last attempt to rescue Alice from The Farm’s grip, and Toni becomes unsettled by a sudden change in Cheryl’s behavior.
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Guest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Luke Perry, Ashleigh Murray, Dean Aylesworth, Ali Dunn, Jonathan Whitesell, Julian Haig, Darcy Hinds
When Jellybean goes missing, Jughead, Gladys and FP follow a series of cryptic clues to get her home. Elsewhere, Archie faces the fallout from his latest boxing match, while Betty makes a major discovery about Evelyn’s past. Finally, Josie makes a big decision about her future.
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Directed by Alexandra La RocheWritten by Janine Salinas Schoenberg, Will EwingGuest stars Luke Perry, Ashleigh Murray, Wolsey Brooks, Sam Spear, Brit Morgan, Gina Gershon, Reese Alexander, Jonathan Whitesell
Betty takes matters into her own hands after learning some unsettling news about her father. Mary grows concerned by Archie’s desire to take boxing to the next level. Elsewhere, Cheryl runs into a roadblock during her campaign for prom queen, while Jughead and Betty’s plan to confront the Gargoyle King takes an unexpected turn.
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Guest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Luvia Petersen, Carlo Fortin, Andrew Wheeler, Chad Michael Murray, Bernadette Beck, Eli Goree, Zoé De Grand Maison
Chapter Fifty-Six: The Dark Secret of Harvest House
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Veronica turns to Mary and Archie for help after uncovering a secret that Hiram had been keeping from her. Betty raises questions after witnessing some strange activities at The Farm. Jughead finds himself one step closer to uncovering the Gargoyle King’s identity.
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Directed by Rob SeidenglanzWritten by Cristine ChambersGuest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Luke Roessler, Nico Bustamante, Michael Denis, Jay MacDougald, Lori Triolo, Chad Michael Murray, Bernadette Beck
After receiving mysterious invitations, Archie, Betty, Veronica and Jughead band together to confront the evils of their past once and for all. Meanwhile, chaos ensues at The Farm after Edgar makes a chilling announcement.
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Directed by Rachel TalalayWritten by Roberto Aguirre-SacasaGuest stars Drew Ray Tanner, Hart Denton, Mike Veal, Justin Howell, Beverley Breuer, Lori Triolo, Chad Michael Murray, Bernadette Beck
