Old Rules Are Broken. New Powers Rise.
In the dazzling world of New York high society, Season 3 of The Gilded Age raises the stakes like never before. The long-standing battle between entrenched old money and the bold rise of new ambition erupts into a full-blown social war. As the rules of elite society evolve, every invitation, alliance, and snub carries weightβand the personal costs of miscalculation are higher than ever.
At the center of this seismic shift is Bertha Russell (Carrie Coon), no longer just seeking recognition but commanding it. With Mrs. Astor weakened but not out of the picture, Bertha pushes the boundaries of social influence, staging lavish spectacles that ripple far beyond New Yorkβreaching even into the salons and soirΓ©es of Paris. Her calculated moves threaten to overturn generations of tradition.
Meanwhile, Marian Brook (Louisa Jacobson) grows more independent and bold, challenging the restrictive roles imposed on women in her social class. Oscar Van Rhijn (Blake Ritson), trapped by appearances and secrets, risks losing everything in his struggle to maintain control. And Peggy Scott (DenΓ©e Benton), now rising as a respected journalist, must confront painful remnants of her past that threaten her hard-won progress.
Season 3 expands its scope with breathtaking visualsβfrom Fifth Avenueβs gilded ballrooms to Europeβs most exclusive gatherings. Julian Fellowes weaves a narrative rich in elegance, scandal, and the pursuit of power, where every gesture is strategic, and trust is always in question.
With shifting loyalties, rising tensions, and dazzling spectacle, The Gilded Age β Season 3 captures a transformative moment in American historyβwhen the upper crust’s glittering exterior begins to crack, revealing the fierce ambition and ruthless competition that lies beneath.