[s3e5] The Bottoms -

In this episode, the escalating tension in South Central Los Angeles forces major shifts in power and strategy:

: Teddy suffers a setback while managing his off-book CIA operation, and Julia proposes a new plan to keep things moving. [S3E5] The Bottoms

: Damson Idris (Franklin Saint), Carter Hudson (Teddy McDonald), Sergio Peris-Mencheta (Gustavo Zapata), and Marcus Henderson (Andre Wright). Featured Soundtrack In this episode, the escalating tension in South

Music plays a significant role in establishing the episode's 1980s atmosphere: by Big John Hamilton "Egypt Egypt" by The Egyptian Lover "No Tears" by The Psychedelic Furs Production Credits Director : Michael Lehmann Writers :

: Gustavo begins clearing the way to pursue his own vision for the drug trade. Production Credits Director : Michael Lehmann Writers : Enzo Mileti and Scott Wilson

: After a brief moment of celebration following an LAPD victory, Andre finds himself in a desperate position and is forced to ask for Franklin’s help. Meanwhile, his daughter Melody begins a tragic downward spiral into addiction.

: As he works to expand his empire, Franklin faces scrutiny from Teddy regarding his ability to maintain control over the operation.