Angel Season 3 Episode Guide

 

Episode 1:

Heartthrob

On a routine patrol, Angel (David Boreanaz) stakes a female vampire he recognizes from his past, but a moment too late. Her grief-stricken lover, Angel's old fighting buddy, is out for revenge for the present killing and a betrayal Angelus committed over 200 years ago. Charisma Carpenter, Alexis Denisof, J. August Richards and Amy Acker also star. David Greenwalt wrote and directed the episode.
 

 

Episode 2:

That old gang o mine

Angel (David Boreanaz) comes face-to-face with Gunn's (J. August Richards) old demon-hunting crew who at one time considered Gunn a hero, but now view him as a traitor and want to see Angel dead. Charisma Carpenter, Alexis Denisof and Amy Acker also star. Fred Keller directed the episode written by Tim Minear.
 

 

Episode 3:

That vision thing

Angel (David Boreanaz) must team up with the dark side to stop a psychic hacker from killing Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) with her own violent visions that are leaving her burned, scaly and frightened for her life. Alexis Denisof, J. August Richards and Amy Acker also star. Bill Norton directed the episode written by Jeffrey Bell.
 

 

Episode 4:

Carpe Noctem

An old man (guest star Rance Howard) casts a body-switching spell on Angel (David Boreanaz), and the old man enjoys the many pleasures of being eternally young, handsome and bloodthirsty in Los Angeles while a dying Angel tries to get his body back. Charisma Carpenter, Alexis Denisof, J. August Richards and Amy Acker also star. James A. Contner directed the episode written by Scott Murphy.
 

 

Episode 5:

Fredless

Angel (David Boreanaz) goes into full detective mode when Fred's (Amy Acker) parents unexpectedly arrive in Los Angeles to bring Fred home, but their appearance inexplicably sends her into a tailspin and on the run. Charisma Carpenter, Alexis Denisof and J. August Richards also star. Marita Grabiak directed the episode written by Mere Smith.
 

 

Episode 6:

Billy

Violence erupts within Angel's (David Boreanaz) gang as a demonic boy (guest star Justin Shilton) brings primal rage to the surface of men, turning them hateful and murderous towards women. As Wesley (Alexis Denisof) and Gunn (J. August Richards) turn on a frightened Fred (Amy Acker), Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) fears the onslaught of Angel's dark side. David Grossman directed the episode written by Tim Minear & Jeffrey Bell.
 

 

Episode 7:

Offspring

Angel (David Boreanaz) comes face-to-face with the consequences of his night of passion when Darla (guest star Julie Benz) arrives on his doorstep inexplicably pregnant. While Angel tortures himself over the decision whether or not to destroy the demon seed, the gang uncovers a prophecy that predicts the arrival of a great evil which will bring about the ruination of mankind. Charisma Carpenter, Alexis Denisof, J. August Richards and Amy Acker also star. Turi Meyer directed the episode written by David Greenwalt.
 

 

Episode 8:

Quickening

Angel (David Boreanaz) must do everything in his power to protect Darla (Julie Benz) and their unborn child when Wolfram & Hart launches a full attack to take mother and baby, in addition to a vampire cult who believe the baby is The Miracle Child. Charisma Carpenter, Alexis Denisof, J. August Richards and Amy Acker also star. Skip Schoolnik directed the episode written by Jeffrey Bell.
 

 

Episode 9:

Lullaby

As Darla (guest star Julie Benz) violently begins childbirth, Angel (David Boreanaz) faces the responsibility of becoming a father and the possibilities of what miracle or destruction this new being may bring to the world. Charisma Carpenter, Alexis Denisof, J. August Richards and Amy Acker also star. Tim Minear wrote and directed the episode.
 

 

Episode 10:

Dad

Angel (David Boreanaz) discovers how hard it is being a new dad - especially when the demon underworld is after your newborn son. Charisma Carpenter, Alexis Denisof, J. August Richards and Amy Acker also star. Fred Keller directed the episode written by David H. Goodman.
 

 

Episode 11:

Birthday

On her birthday, Cordelia's (Charisma Carpenter) visions become so painful that they propel her into an astral state and a life-threatening coma. Visited by a demon guide, astral Cordy is mystically granted the opportunity to live her dream of a rich and famous actress if she is willing to give up her history with Angel (David Boreanaz) and her visions. Alexis Denisof, J. August Richards and Amy Acker also star. Michael Grossman directed the episode written by Mere Smith.
 

 

Episode 12:

Provider

Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) worries that Angel (David Boreanaz) has lost sight of their mission to help the helpless when he becomes obsessed with making money in order to provide for the baby's future and takes on too many cases. Alexis Denisof, J. August Richards and Amy Acker also star. Bill Norton directed the episode written by Scott Murphy.
 

 

Episode 13:

Waiting in the Wings

Angel (David Boreanaz) takes the gang out for an evening at the ballet, but becomes suspicious when the prima ballerina (guest star Summer Glau) is one he saw dance more than a century ago. When Angel and Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) sneak backstage to investigate, they find themselves consumed with an overwhelming passion for one another as the spirits of unrequited lovers take over. Alexis Denisof, J. August Richards and Amy Acker also star. Joss Whedon wrote and directed the episode.
 

 

Episode 14:

Couplet

Angel (David Boreanaz) feels isolated, obsolete and even a bit jealous when Groosalugg (guest star Mark Lutz) arrives in town from Pylea and immediately saves the gang in battle and is welcomed into the loving arms of his former princess, Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter).
 

 

Episode 15:

Loyalty

Angel (David Boreanaz) is concerned about Wesley's (Alexis Denisof) erratic behavior when the book man's greatest fears are secretly confirmed - the prophecy is true and he is given the three signs to look for before Angel devours his own son. When an earthquake shakes Los Angeles, all three signs come true. Charisma Carpenter, J. August Richards and Amy Acker also star. James A. Contner directed the episode written by Mere Smith.
 

 

Episode 16:

Sleep Tight

Angel's (David Boreanaz) angry behavior and sudden cravings for human blood frighten Wesley (Alexis Denisof) enough for him to kidnap the baby to keep him safe. Unfortunately, Wesley's plan to protect Connor falls apart when Holtz (guest star Keith Szarabajka) takes the child for revenge against Angel. Charisma Carpenter, J. August Richards and Amy Acker also star. Terrence OHara directed the episode written by David Greenwalt.
 

 

Episode 17:

Forgiving

Angel (David Boreanaz) is a man out for revenge to get back at Wesley (Alexis Denisof) for kidnapping Connor and turning him over to their enemies. While Fred (Amy Acker) and Gunn (J. August Richards) try to reason with him, Angel conjures dark magic and risks ripping right through the fabric of reality to find his lost son. Turi Meyer directed the episode written by Jeffrey Bell.
Episode 18:

Double or nothing

Angel (David Boreanaz) puts his soul on the line when a repo man (guest star Jason Carter) comes to collect on Gunn's (J. August Richards) past deal to sell his soul. Meanwhile, Cordy (Charisma Carpenter) is back from vacation and tries to console Angel over the loss of the only child he will ever have, and Fred (Amy Acker) tells Wesley (Alexis Densiof) that the prophecy was a fake and all was lost for nothing. David Grossman directed the episode written by David H. Goodman.
Episode 19:

The Price

Angel (David Boreanaz) must pay for using powerful dark magic in his failed attempt to bring back his son, and the hotel becomes infected with deadly slug-like creatures who invade Fred's (Amy Acker) body, leaving Wesley (Alexis Densiof) as Gunn's (J. August Richards) only hope to turn to save her. Meanwhile, Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) experiences a new and shocking power and they learn of the coming of The Destroyer determined to kill Angel. Marita Grabiak directed the episode written by David Fury.
Episode 20:

A New World

Angel's (David Boreanaz) son Connor (guest star Vincent Kartheiser) is brought back from the Hell dimension a feral teenage warrior, and is hellbent on vengeance against his father for his evil past. Charisma Carpenter, J. August Richards and Amy Acker also star. Tim Minear directed the episode written by Jeffrey Bell.
Episode21:

Benediction

After a violent reunion, Angel (David Boreanaz) finds himself battling vampires with his now teenaged son Connor (guest star Vincent Kartheisier) by his side. Meanwhile, Fred (Amy Acker) and Gunn (J. August Richards) distract Connor so Angel can confront Holtz (guest star Keith Szarabajka) for stealing his son. Charisma Carpenter and Alexis Deniosf also star. Tim Minear wrote and directed the episode.
Episode 22:

Tomorrow

The joyful reunion between Angel (David Boreanaz) and his now teenage son Connor (guest star Vincent Kartheiser) is short-lived when the enraged Connor comes seeking revenge against Angel for murder. Meanwhile, just at the moment when Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) and Angel are finally ready to face their feelings for each other, she is sent a message from the Powers That Be concerning her future.

Alexis Denisof, J. August Richards and Amy Acker also star. David Greenwalt wrote and directed the episode.