Don't Miss Elsbeth Season 3 Episode 2: Release Date, Time, and Where to Watch
A murder rocks a legendary NYC toy store as Elsbeth dives into Season 3 Episode 2, Doll Day Afternoon. Here’s exactly when it drops and where to watch it next.
Elsbeth is back this week with an episode that leans into the show’s oddball vibe: toy-store murder turned hostage standoff. Here’s when it drops, where to watch it, and what exactly we’re walking into.
What episode is this?
Season 3, Episode 2 is titled 'Doll Day Afternoon' — and yes, that title is exactly the kind of punny chaos I expect from this show.
What’s the setup?
We’re in a famous New York toy store when a murder investigation spirals into a full-blown hostage situation. Elsbeth ends up negotiating with Nolan, an ex-con stuck inside and in way over his head. Meanwhile, outside the store, Captain Wagner has to contend with a rival operator whose aggressive tactics threaten to push the whole thing into disaster territory. It’s a pressure-cooker on both sides of the doors.
When does it air?
- Eastern Time: Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 10:00 p.m.
- Pacific Time: Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
Where to watch
You can catch the episode on CBS in primetime. If you prefer streaming, it’s also on Paramount+. CBS is the broadcast home base with hit series, live sports, and news; Paramount+ is the companion streamer loaded with originals, films, and on-demand CBS episodes. Between the two, you’re covered whether you watch live or on your own schedule.
Quick refresher: What is Elsbeth?
After making her name in Chicago, Elsbeth Tascioni brings her delightfully off-kilter brain to New York, using her unique read on people and situations to help the NYPD box in some very smart criminals. The fun of the show is watching her spot the detail everyone else misses, then casually dismantle a case like she’s rearranging a living room.