As of July 2026, Good Times Season 3 aired in 1975 with 24 episodes — streaming now on Amazon Prime Video. Full episode guide and where to watch below.
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Good Times Season 3

1975 24 Episodes Comedy ⭐ 8/10

If you are after a comedy that actually makes you laugh out loud, Good Times Season 3 is available on and right now. A single, tightly-focused season means there is plenty to get through without ever feeling padded. Its 8/10 TMDB score, built from 83 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. Esther Rolle sets the tone, and the rest of the cast matches it scene for scene. Start it whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Good Times Season 3 is worth clearing space for. Good Times Season 3 does what great comedies rarely manage — it is actually funny, consistently, across the whole run. Season 3 of Good Times includes 24 episodes. It aired from September 1975 to March 1976. This season stars Esther Rolle, Ja'net DuBois and Jimmie Walker. Esther Rolle and Ja'net DuBois lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 1975. The timing in Good Times Season 3 is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. It rarely drops the ball, and when it does, it recovers fast.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, Good Times Season 3 is a strong candidate. It does not lean on comparisons to make its case. A contained run means every episode is doing real work. Esther Rolle sets the tone, but the supporting cast is where a lot of the best moments come from. A reliable pick for any night you want quality comedy without the homework.

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🎬 Good Times Season 3 — Episode Guide

E1
A Real Cool Job
1975-09-09
After taking some courses at a trade school, James has a chance of getting a good paying job. However, when he is finally offered one, there is one catch, it's in Alaska.
E2
The Family Gun
1975-09-16
James brings a gun home to protect his family.
E3
Operation Florida
1975-09-23
Florida has had a pain in her side for the last two weeks but doesn't want to see a doctor out of fear of the cost. However, when James learns of her dilemma he decides to pay any cost for Florida's treatment, even after he learns she has to have a gallbladder operation.
E4
Love in the Ghetto
1975-09-30
Thelma has great news, she's engaged. However, her opinion of great news differs greatly with her parents who hit the roof after learning this.
E5
Florida's Rich Cousin
1975-10-07
Florida plans on borrowing money from her cousin to help pay some unexpected bills. James's pride stands in the way causing him to storm out to a bar, leaving Florida to learn about the shocking news about her seemingly wealthy cousin by herself.
E6
The Weekend
1975-10-14
A friend of James' gives him permission to use his cabin to celebrate his and Florida's 20th wedding anniversary. However, the trick is trying to get Florida to stop worrying about the kids.
E7
The Baby
1975-10-21
Florida and the kids throw a baby shower for a friend, Loretta. However, the joyous occasion is dampened when Loretta announces her plans of giving the baby up for adoption.
E8
Michael's Big Fall
1975-10-28
When James is out of town, Florida and her brother Wilbert are left to deal with a troubled Michael. His cutting classes, getting into fights at school and low grades are all warning signs that lead Florida to make an appointment to see Michael's teacher.
E9
The Politicians
1975-11-04
A feud erupts in the Evans' household when James and J.J. take the side of Alderman Fred Davis during his attempt at a re-election while Florida, Thelma and Willona take the side of his young opponent.
E10
Willona's Dilemma
1975-11-11
When J.J. brings home Walter, a man from his art class, he hits it off with Willona. Despite the fact that he's deaf, him and Willona begin a relationship one that Willona thinks is headed for the alter.
E11
Florida's Protest
1975-11-25
Florida and James become outraged when the kids get a touch of food poisoning after eating meat from the local supermarket. She organizes a group of concerned citizens and they boycott the market. The protest gets effective results, but not before Florida experiences her first trip to jail.
E12
The Mural
1975-12-02
J.J. is commissioned by a bank to paint a mural and in return will receive $250 needed for Thelma's college education whom recently won a scholarship and found herself $200 short. However, the bank is reluctant to pay after seeing the finished product.
E13
A Loss of Confidence
1975-12-09
Thelma brings home a friend of hers and instantly J.J. is smitten. However, when she rejects him he quickly loses all of his confidence and slips into a depression.
E14
Cleatus
1975-12-16
A bank robbery in Atlanta has the FBI showing up at the Evans' apartment to question Florida since her nephew, Cleatus is the prime suspect. Things get tense, when Cleatus arrives at the apartment with a briefcase full of money and wanting a place to stay.
E15
The Family Tree
1975-12-23
Thelma researches her family tree for a school project and discovers James's father is very much alive and living in the Chicago area. However, when James learns that Thelma has invited him as a surprise for his birthday, he refuses to see him.
E16
A Place to Die
1975-12-30
An elderly man that Michael befriended stops by the Evans' apartment just prior to the New Years celebration and knowing that he only has a little time left, decides that this would be the best place to pass on, surrounded by a loving family and friends.
E17
J.J.'s Fiancee (1)
1976-01-06
J.J. and his girlfriend, Diana, are getting serious and the topic of marriage comes up, something which both J.J. and Diana both want. However, both of their parents are totally against the notion. Meanwhile, Diana is secretly hiding a drug problem.
E18
J.J.'s Fiancee (2)
1976-01-13
On the night of her senior prom, Diana decides to run off to Indiana and elope with J.J. Meanwhile, back in Chicago, switched purses leads the Evans family to discover Diana's drug problem and her supplier.
E19
Sweet Daddy Williams
1976-01-20
J.J. has been commissioned by a number's runner, Sweet Daddy Williams, to paint the portrait of his girlfriend, Savannah. In return, J.J. will get his own art display.
E20
The Investigation
1976-01-27
The family is being investigated by the FBI because they are suspected to be security risks due to Michael doing research about and communicating with a Communist country for a term paper.

🎭 Cast of Good Times Season 3

Esther Rolle
Esther Rolle
Florida Evans
Ja'net DuBois
Ja'net DuBois
Wilona Woods
Jimmie Walker
Jimmie Walker
James "JJ" Evans
John Amos
John Amos
James Evans Sr.
Ralph Carter
Ralph Carter
Michael Evans
Bern Nadette Stanis
Bern Nadette Stanis
Thelma Evans

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