L Word S3 – episode information

Season 3 episodes:

8 Jan 06………. “Labia Majora” (episode # 3.1) – ‘store skamlæber’

The third season opens with Bette and Tina trying to rekindle their sexual groove after having a child; road rage grabs hold of Alice as she chases after Dana through the streets of Los Angeles; Helena purchases a movie studio; Jenny leaves the mid-west and heads back out to LA.

Six months after the events of the season finale, Jenny’s staying at her parents’ home. Bette and Tina deal with parenting Angelica. Dana’s and Alice’s relationship changes.

Writer: Ilene Chaiken
Director: Rose Troche

Guest star: Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins), Olivia Windbiel (Angelica) , Cynthia Stevenson (Roberta Collie), Tamara Prescott (Louise), Leanna Nash (Vera), Marilyn Norry (Eve), Annabel Kershaw (Mindy), Jill Teed (Teri), Kate Clinton (Dr. Farber), Colin Lawrence (David Waters), Paralee Cook (Sally), Margot Kidder (Sandy Ziskin/Jenny’s Mother), Michelle Candido (Woman Passing Granola), Esmeralda Fortin (Abuela), Patricia Mayen-Salazar (Begonia), Maria Dimou (Patricia), Franco Maravilla (Freddy), Elena Murzello (Anna), Stephen Aberle (Warren Ziskin), Irene Olga Lopez (Mercedes (Carmen’s Mother)), Jason Hagemeister (Yoga Instructor), John Henry Reardon (Young Dad), Chelah Horsdal (Psychic), Christine Chatelain (Marilyn)

15 Jan 06………. “Lost Weekend” (episode # 3.2)

Kit hires a party promoter to get the business up at The Planet, Jenny and Moira run into hateful rednecks on their way back to California, Carmen’s mother attempts to turn Shane into more feminine, Bette and Tina try to find a male role model for Angelica, Helena helps Alice get over her obsession with Dana, while Dana herself deals with health problems.

Writer: A.M. Homes
Director: Bille Eltringham

Guest star: Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins), Olivia Windbiel (Angelica), Alan Cumming (Billie Blaikie) , Magda Apanowicz (Redneck Girl), Shay Kuebler (Redneck Boys), Tyler Johnston (Redneck Boys), Aaron Brooks (Redneck Boys), Brendan Bailey (Hustlers), Shawn Ayers (Hustlers), Benjamin Arthur (70’s Faggots), Shawn Reis (70’s Faggots), Tamara Lashley (Bisexual Girl), Jason McKinnon (Bisexual Boy), Beverley Elliott (Martha), Tom McBeath (Hal), Katrina Fields (Bar Girl), Elfina Luk (Femme Dyke), Tammy Bentz (Butch Dyke), Yvette Narlock (Elvis Drag King), Mark Epstein (Himself), Lisa Bunting (Group Leader), Shiraine Haas (Lexi), Sergio Garcia (Luis), Elena Murzello (Anna), Esmeralda Fortin (Abuela), Maria Dimou (Patricia), Patricia Mayen-Salazar (Aunt Begonia), Kaaren deZilva (Evl), Ellie Harvie (Janice), Colin Lawrence (David Waters), Ann-Marie MacDonald (Julia), Irene Olga Lopez (Mercedes (Carmen’s Mother)), Maggie Moore (Drag Ann-Margret), Cynthia Stevenson (Roberta Collie), Stephen Sisk (Mentally Challenged Person), Lubna Dalupang (Croupier), Laura Mennell (Toni), Jill Teed (Teri), Heather Doerksen (Waitress), Quinn Lord (Roland), Dimitri Zaborojnyi (Males Having Sex), Jeffrey Schaan (Males Having Sex), Andrew Hrankowski (Males Having Sex), Ian Jamieson (Males Having Sex), Alistair Gamble (Males Having Sex), Fraser Aitcheson (Garbage Man)

22 Jan 06………. “Lobsters” (episode # 3.3)

Shane opens her own styling business, and Bette loses her position as the sole provider for the family, forcing Tina to take up a job under Helena. Now back in L.A., Jenny introduces Moira to her surprised friends. Dana and Lara make plans to visit France while Alice still obsesses over Dana. Meanwhile, Kit is surprised by The Planet’s new manager who wants to make some drastic changes to the place.

Writer: Ilene Chaiken
Director: Bronwen Hughes

Guest star: Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins), Alan Cumming (Billie Blaikie), Olivia Windbiel (Angelica) , Frazey Ford (Sister Christine), Naomi Joy Gallagher (Sister Agatha), Laura Mennell (Sister Toni), Keram Malicki-Sanchez (Chase), Chelah Horsdal (Psychic), Tommy Danielowski (Waiter), Elizabeth Weinstein (Receptionist), Patricia Idlette (Technician), Judith Maxie (Dr. Wilson), Susan Mosher (Ruth), John Gray (II) (Teenage Boy)

29 Jan 06………. “Light My Fire” (episode # 3.4)

While Tina and Helena attend a documentary screening, Bette leaves for Washington D.C. to speak at a Senate hearing and meets with Senator Grisham. Attempting to provide for both herself and Moira, Jenny starts waitressing at The Planet. Jenny and Moira are also invited to a party hosted by Billie Blaikie. Meanwhile, Dana plays at a tennis tournament and declares her love for Lara in front of TV cameras.

Writer: Cherien Dabis
Director: Lynne Stopkewich

Guest star: Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins), Alan Cumming (Billie Blaikie), Susan Hogan (Sharon Fairbanks), Olivia Windbiel (Angelica) , Naomi Joy Gallagher (Sister Agatha), Derek McIver (Pastor Frank), Duncan Minett (Reporter), Michael Ryan (Senator Horsey), Paul Anthony (VI) (Young Waiter), Elise Lebrun (Ivanova), Carl McDonald (Ginger Vitus), Lisa Howell (Girl), Gillian Hutchison (Margie Adams), Nicholas Treeshin (Tom), Stephen Powell (Chair Umpire), Keram Malicki-Sanchez (Chase), Russell Simmons (Himself), Billie Jean King (Herself), Dana Delany (Senator Grisham), Alexandra Hedison (Dylan Moreland), Susan Mosher (Ruth), Bif Naked (Cynthia)

05 Feb 06………. “Lifeline” (episode # 3.5)

As Tina finds herself attracted to men, Bette explores Buddhism and also hears good news on the work front. Both Alice and Kit try out speed-dating; Kit with Angelica’s male nanny Angus and Alice with a lesbian vampire. Meanwhile, Dana receives devastating news about her illness, Helena pursues documentarist Dylan Moreland, Moira goes out as Max, and Shane’s ex drops by to see her.

Writer: Ilene Chaiken
Director: Kimberly Peirce

Guest star: Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins), Alan Cumming (Billie Blaikie), Olivia Windbiel (Angelica) , Alexandra Hedison (Dylan Moreland), Rosanna Arquette (Cherie Peroni), Andrew McNee (Brian), Denis Krasnogolov (Ludvig), Andrew Airlie (Dr. Shapiro), Tara Janicki (Dana’s Butch Girl), Adam Thomas (Gregory), Tammy Gillis (Tammy), David Lewis (IV) (Mitch), Paul Popowich (Josh Becker), Brendan Penny (Coleman Alt), Derek McIver (Frank), Erica Cerra (Uta), Keram Malicki-Sanchez (Chase), Ann-Marie MacDonald (Julia)

12 Feb 06………. “Lifesize” (episode # 3.6)

With Bette’s consent — and a possible ultimatum — Tina explores her feelings for the independent movie producer Josh. Jenny meets with a publisher about her manuscript for a book, Billie helps Moira in her transformation to Max, Kit gives in to Angus’ advances, Carmen lays down the law to Shane regarding their relationship, and the girls finally find out the truth about Dana’s condition.

Writer: Adam Rapp
Director: Tricia Brock

Guest star: Alan Cumming (Billie Blaikie), Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins), Susan Hogan (Sharon Fairbanks) , Janet Weiss (Herself), P. Lynn Johnson (Jan Martin), Alexandra Hedison (Dylan Moreland), Carrie Brownstein (Herself), Brendan Penny (Coleman Alt), Pamela Diaz (Rosie), Barbara Kottmeier (Young Bette), Geoff Gustafson (Male Nurse), Michael Hogan (Irwin Fairbanks), Suzanne Bastien (Nurse), Callum Keith Rennie (Danny Wilson), Corin Tucker (Herself), Andrew Airlie (Dr. Shapiro), Ellie Harvie (Janice), Richard Keats (Anesthesiologist)

19 Feb 06………. “Lone Star” (episode # 3.7)

Jenny injects hormones into Moira; Dana undergoes chemotherapy; Shane and Carmen get matching tattoos; Alice frantically searches for her Dana cut-out; the B52’s perform at The Planet; Kit fires Billie; Tina takes a step toward Josh.

Tina takes a business trip to Canada and has a chance to explore her feelings for the opposite sex. Dana’s treatment puts a strain on her and Lara’s relationship. Meanwhile, Jenny helps Moira in her transformation to Max, Carmen and Shane dedicate parts of their bodies to each other, Alice reverts back in her obsession over Dana, and Kit takes control. In a special appearance the B-52’s perform at The Planet.

Writer: Elizabeth Ziff
Director: Frank Pierson

Guest Stars: Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins) , Alan Cumming (Billie Blaikie), Keith Strickland (Himself), Fred Schneider (Himself), Olivia Windbiel (Angelica), Paul Popowich (Josh Becker), Patti Allan (Dr. Kaufman), Rob DeLeeuw (Garbage Clerk), P. Lynn Johnson (Jan Martin), Dave McGowan (Roadie), Alex Ferris (Wilson), Eileen Bui (Jun Ying), Panthea (Opera Singers), Meghan Gardiner (Opera Singers), Justina Kervel (Tat Artist Kim), Kate Pierson (Herself), Eve Ensler (Jenny’s Editor), Alexandra Hedison (Dylan Moreland), Deirdre Blades (Beautiful Older Woman), Randi Lynne (Nurse Connie), Erica Cerra (Uta)

26 Feb 06………. “Latecomer” (episode # 3.8)

Moira informs everyone she is to be called Max; Kit gets a helping hand from Nona Hendryx; Helena takes Dana and the girls to a basketball game; Jenny gets busy trying to throw Max a benefit party; Tina moves out of Bette’s bed; Dana gets a new look.

Jenny arranges a charity event to support Moira/Max, Helena takes the girls to a surprise trip to honor Dana in her recovery, and Carmen is still dealing with the aftermath of Shane’s ex. Meanwhile, Bette kicks Tina out of the bedroom and tries to find peace in Buddhism. In a recording studio, Kit gets help from unexpected sources — but is it too much to handle?

Written by : Ilene Chaiken
Directed by : Angela Robinson

Guest Stars: Alexandra Hedison (Dylan Moreland) , Brynn Horrocks (Flight Attendant), Carlos Andrés Gómez (Airline Official), Zach Carter (Handler), Carrie Close (Sports Fan), Malcolm Stewart (Dr. Geld), Paul Silveira (Engineer), Olivia Windbiel (Angelica), Tracy Bonham (Herself), Nona Hendryx (Herself), Elizabeth Ziff (Herself), Amy Ziff (Herself), Alyson Palmer (Herself), Cynthia Stevenson (Roberta Collie), Malaika Jackson (Basketball Player)

05 Mar 06………. “Lead, Follow, Or Get Out of the Way” (episode # 3.9)

As Bette finds herself attracted to a female monk at the Buddhist retreat, Tina goes on a date with a divorced man. Dana, friends again with Alice, is looking forward to a new career, and Jenny seeks the support of other people with transgendered partners. Meanwhile, Carmen tells the truth to her family, and Helena is served with a lawsuit.

As Bette has hard time adjusting to the ascetic lifestyle at the Buddhist retreat, Tina goes on a date with a divorced man. Dana, friends again with Alice, is looking forward to a new career. Jenny throws a benefit party for Max but is appalled by his increasingly aggressive behavior. Meanwhile, Carmen tells the truth to her family, and Helena is served with a lawsuit.

Writer: Ilene Chaiken
Director: Moises Kaufman

Guest Stars: Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins) , Yvonne Myers (Swimming Teacher), Tara Fynn (Beautiful Monk), Holly Dignard (Chandra), Eileen Bui (Jun Ying), Callum Keith Rennie (Danny Wilson), Steven Eckholdt (Henry), Elena Murzello (Anna), Olivia Windbiel (Angelica), Alex Ferris (Wilson), Irene Olga Lopez (Mercedes (Carmen’s Mother)), Maria Dimou (Patricia), Patricia Mayen-Salazar (Begonia), Susan Love (Herself), Alexandra Hedison (Dylan Moreland), Fin Gareau (Stanley), Will Radford (Process Server), Justine Warrington (Woman at Retreat), John Henry Reardon (Resident), Carlo Fanella (Pablo), Kurt Max Runte (Mysterious Man), Caleb Rogers (Mikey), Franco Maravilla (Freddy), Esmeralda Fortin (Abuela)

12 Mar 06………. “Losing the Light” (episode # 3.10)

While Lara is vacationing in Paris, oblivious, Dana’s condition takes a turn for the worse. Alice runs into Dana’s ex, Jenny introduces Max to a man from her past, Carmen evens the score with Shane, and Peggy Peabody flies to town to help her daughter. Frustrated, Bette leaves the Buddhist retreat but receives a dose of life wisdom from an unexpected source.

Writer: Rose Troche
Director: Rose Troche

Guest Stars: Holland Taylor (Peggy Peabody), Meredith McGeachie (Tonya), Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins) , Sonya Anand (Nurse), Lorena Gale (Delores), Derek James (Dr. Wyler), Evan Adams (Dr. Bell), Claudette Mink (Marlene), Peter Wingfield (Whit), David Lovgren (Brad), Kwesi Ameyaw (Randy Jackson), Georgia Craig (Becky), Olivia Windbiel (Angelica), Callum Keith Rennie (Danny Wilson), Steven Eckholdt (Henry), Alexandra Hedison (Dylan Moreland), Ryan Robbins (Bus Stop Man), Agam Darshi (Waitress), Doris Chillcott (Bus Stop Woman), Christina Jastrzembska (Older Woman), David Abbott (Older Man), Panou (Hewitt Shepard), Eric Mabius (Tim Haspel), Zara Taylor (Woman), Caleb Rogers (Mikey), Tara Fynn (Beautiful Monk)

19 Mar 06………. “Last Dance” (episode # 3.11)

After Dana’s family treats the girls coldly, Alice is determined to arrange a special event to commemorate their friend. While Helena wants to settle, Bette is willing to fight for Angelica’s custody. Max lands a job, giving Jenny something to write about. Dealing with her grief, Shane is willing to make the ultimate commitment to Carmen. Finally, Lara arrives from Paris and is comforted by Alice.

Writer: Ilene Chaiken
Director: Allison Anders

Guest Stars: Olivia Windbiel (Angelica), Jane Lynch (Joyce Wischnia), Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins) , Caleb Rogers (Mikey), Landy Cannon (Harrison), Andrew Francis (Howie Fairbanks), Susan Hogan (Sharon Fairbanks), Michael Hogan (Irwin Fairbanks), Alexandra Hedison (Dylan Moreland), Steven Eckholdt (Henry)

26 Mar 06………. “Left Hand of the Goddess” (episode # 3.12)

Wedding plans occupy the girls, and Shane is reunited with her family. Helena pitches in to have Carmen’s family flown to Canada, Jenny and Max drift apart, and Kit has stunning news. Peggy Peabody reconnects with her daughter — but does it last? Finally, Tina has second thoughts about Angelica’s custody arrangements, leading Bette to take desperate measures to be with her daughter.

Writer: Ilene Chaiken
Director: Ilene Chaiken

Guest Stars: Jane Lynch (Joyce Wischnia), Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins) , Aidan Jarrar (Shay), Michael Jansen (Valet), Shaun Garrett (Jim), Maria Dimou (Patricia), Kaaren deZilva (Evi), Wendy Dawson (Concierge), Olivia Windbiel (Angelica), Bruce Dawson (Donald), Chilton Crane (Tricia), Aubrey Arnason (Patty), She (Herself), God-Des (Herself), Isabella Hofmann (Marilyn), Irene Olga Lopez (Mercedes (Carmen’s Mother)), Elodie Bouchez (Claude), Steven Eckholdt (Henry), Holland Taylor (Peggy Peabody), Eric Roberts (Gabriel McCutcheon)

sources:
http://epguides.com/LWord/
http://www.tv.com/
www.sho.com/site/lword/

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