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Season 3 – Louie

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Life can be hectic for a newly single father and successful stand-up comedian -- just ask Louie, a fictionalized version of comic Louis C.K., who portrays the character. From his first meeting of the PTA to dating again and navigating the big city with two children, the comic shares pieces of his day with an appreciative audience during his stand-up gigs. The series features appearances by a number of stand-up comedians appearing in the show as fictionalized versions of themselves. In addition to starring in the show, Louis C.K. also created it.
Louie — Season 3

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Critics Consensus

Louie continues its evolution as a show that deftly -- and bravely -- juggles comedy, philosophy, and raunch.

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Critics Reviews

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Matt Zoller Seitz New York Magazine/Vulture Bizarre, inventive, and bold. Jun 28, 2012 Full Review Troy Patterson Slate "Are you funny?" Tough question. Louis is, but Louie isn't, which is a matter of this season's risky and rewarding design Jun 28, 2012 Full Review Verne Gay Newsday One of TV's better shows, comedy or drama, because this series often succeeds as both. (But beware, it's not for all viewers-- there's a lot of vulgarity here.) Rated: A Jun 28, 2012 Full Review Kevin Fitzpatrick ScreenCrush Not hilarious, but it's good to have Louie back. Jun 11, 2018 Full Review John Powers NPR's Fresh Air Unlike nearly all TV comedies, it's driven not by the ritualistic rhythms of the gag, but by the rhythms of everyday reality. May 17, 2018 Full Review Oliver Lyttelton The Playlist This was (while not the funniest), the best-directed, acted and most profound of the recent run, and we hope it bodes well for C.K. pushing the show into stranger territory in the second half of the season. Rated: A Jun 16, 2014 Full Review Read all reviews

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Petros T (all seasons) A one-of-a-kind endeavour combining C.K.'s stand-up routines with a variety of inspired short incidents, characters and recurring threads that range from hilarious to awkward and from the very real to the deliberately surreal. C.K. can be enjoyably crass one moment and startlingly sensitive or even artsy the next and this unexpected symbiosis of extremes (and a lot in between) renders "Louie" a very poignant affair. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/26/24 Full Review dave d 'Louie' comes into its own in season three with comedy, guest stars and an arch. Who knew Louie CK could act? Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review Audience Member Easily became one of my favorite shows of all time. There is something in it that drew me in and it's not the superficial comedic purpose behind it, although not that superficial. It manages to be philosophical and is daring with its subtle questions. Very insightful and inspiring and emotional. I can't believe this show is helping go through a tough time. Fucking good shit right there. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review mohamed a This season is awesome... many guest start... the episode with Robin Williams and the finale scene in it was :'( though the episode was great... young Louie C.K Wow time was,'t good for him :p Sarah Silverman, we get to see Chris Rock and Jerry Sienfield... the show cast his wife and Amy Poehler as his sister... the last couple of episode was :( I don't see him as host, David Latterman finally quit but it's Steven Colbert :p not Sienfield :p It wasn't the funniest season... It's just Louie 9/10 Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review Audience Member More hilarious observations and gentle jabs at modern life, but this time with a genuine darkness Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member It isn't as brilliant as the second season, and some of the storylines feel weak compared to others, but this season still has more hits than misses. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Louis C.K.

Creator

Louis C.K.

Louie

Ursula Parker

Jane

Jay Leno

Jay

Hadley Delany

Lilly

Susan Kelechi Watson

Janet

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jun 28, 2012 Something Is Wrong Louie breaks up with his new love interest, gets his car destroyed, buys a new motorcycle and winds up in the hospital. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 5, 2012 Telling Jokes/Set Up Louie agrees to have dinner at a comedian friend's house; Louie gets set up on a surprise blind date. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 12, 2012 Miami Louie goes to Miami and makes friends with a Cuban-American lifeguard; Louie has an awkward conversation. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 19, 2012 Daddy's Girlfriend Louie looks for a girlfriend after his kids put pressure on him to find a new mate; Louie meets a woman at a local bookstore. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 26, 2012 Daddy's Girlfriend Louie goes out on a very adventurous first date with a woman that he recently met at a local bookstore. Details Episode 6 Aired Aug 2, 2012 Barney/Never Louie meets a comedian; Louie has lunch and goes to a strip club; Louie has a bad day with a socially-awkward kid. Details Episode 7 Aired Aug 9, 2012 Ikea/Piano Lesson Louie takes an old friend on an awkward shopping trip and has an emergency; Louie gets some disturbing news. Details Episode 8 Aired Aug 16, 2012 Dad Louie's uncle visits and tells him to visit his father in Boston; Louie breaks out in a rash and begins throwing up. Details Episode 9 Aired Aug 23, 2012 Looking for Liz; Lilly Changes Louie learns that Liz no longer works at the bookstore; Louie calls the police after Jane tells him that Lilly left home. Details Episode 10 Aired Aug 30, 2012 Late Show Louie takes advantage of an opportunity on "The Tonight Show;" Louie gets a potential job offer that could change his life. Details Episode 11 Aired Sep 13, 2012 Late Show Louie's training gets off to a rough start as he prepares for his chance to audition for David Letterman's job. Details Episode 12 Aired Sep 20, 2012 Late Show Determined to get in shape for his shot at hosting the Late Show, Louie jogs as his kids ride bikes alongside him while calling him fat. Details Episode 13 Aired Sep 27, 2012 New Year's Eve Louie is left alone after Christmas; Louie has a traumatic New Year's Eve; Louie decides to go to China. Details

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Season Info

Director
Louis C.K.
Creator
Louis C.K.
Executive Producer
Dave Becky, Blair Breard, Louis C.K.
Screenwriter
Louis C.K.
Network
FX
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jun 28, 2012