‘The Girls on the Bus’ Episode 3 Takeaway: Grace Gordon Greene scores major scoop during presidential campaign

Experienced journalist Grace Gordon Greene chases a majory story in Episode 3 of 'The Girls on the Bus’
UPDATED MAR 21, 2024
Carla Gugino as Grace Gordon Greene in a still from 'The Girls on the Bus’ (@Max)
Carla Gugino as Grace Gordon Greene in a still from 'The Girls on the Bus’ (@Max)

Contains spoilers for 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 3

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Streaming on Max, 'The Girls on the Bus' presents a gripping narrative that follows four female political journalists as they cover stories about presidential candidates.

Featuring Melissa Benoist, Natasha Behnam, Christina Elmore, Brandon Scott, and Carla Gugino in prominent roles, the series boasts a talented cast whose performances add depth and authenticity to the narrative, which is inspired by Amy Chozick's 2018 memoir 'Chasing Hillary'.

In 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 3, the bustling city of Las Vegas, Nevada, becomes the epicenter of a major presidential campaign.

Grace Gordon Greene attempts to uncover major story in 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 3

Melissa Benoist and Carla Gugino in a still from 'The Girls on the Bus'
Melissa Benoist and Carla Gugino in a still from 'The Girls on the Bus' (@Max/nicole rivelli photographie)

In 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 3, Grace Gordon Greene (Carla Gugino), the veteran print reporter and neo-liberal feminist, is portrayed as working tirelessly to uncover the next major story during the presidential election.

She holds a meeting with White House officials to discuss covering a major story on a former Secretary of State who is running for the presidential election.

Rumors have surfaced suggesting that the former Secretary of State is elderly and in poor health, but Grace is on a mission to uncover the reality behind these claims.

Despite her persistent efforts to uncover the truth, Grace is met with silence from the officials. 

Undeterred by the obstacles in her path, Grace continues her investigation, determined to shed light on the candidate's health status.

Grace Gordon Greene works on story about health of former Secretary of State in 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 3

Carla Gugino as Grace in a still from 'The Girls on the Bus’ Episode 3 (@Max)
Carla Gugino as Grace Gordon Greene in a still from 'The Girls on the Bus’ Episode 3 (@Max)

As the episode unfolds, Grace delves deeper into her investigation and uncovers a major story about the former Secretary of State's health.

Through her contacts, she uncovers information that reveals the extent of his health issues, which have been kept under wraps from the public.

Grace visits the hospital and learns that he is dead, but the information is being kept secret. This discovery is a major scoop for Grace, as no other media outlet has knowledge of his death. 

At the end of the episode, Grace makes a crucial phone call to someone, hinting at breaking news without revealing the full details of the candidate's death.

‘The Girls on the Bus’ Episode 3 is now streaming on Max

GET THE BIGGEST ENTERTAINMENT STORIES
STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX.

MORE STORIES

Is 'Power Rangers' reboot officially happening? Showrunners drop major hints about the series' comeback
1 day ago
Based on Canadian author Rachel Reid's book, 'Heated Rivalry' is a queer romance story involving two hockey stars
1 day ago
'All Her Fault' follows the story of Sarah Snook's Marissa Irvine, whose son Milo goes missing after a playdate
1 day ago
'Pluribus' on Apple TV+ is nearing the final third of its episodes, and the stakes are higher than ever
1 day ago
'Ginny & Georgia' creator Sarah Lampert revealed exclusive details about season 4
1 day ago
Carol rejects the hive's plan while Manousos races toward her, setting up a dangerous fight for humanity's last shred of independence
1 day ago
'Spartacus: House of Ashur', which is scheduled to premiere on December 5, features Nick E. Tarabay in the titular role
1 day ago
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ showrunner shares what fans can expect from the 'Game of Thrones' prequel and we can't wait
1 day ago
Apple TV’s ‘Pluribus’ is down to its final stretch, with just two episodes left before the big finale
1 day ago
A chilling new theory suggests Carol's discovery may not just expose a horrifying truth, but could also shatter her entire past
1 day ago