Fair rating?Mildred Pierce· Season 1 · Episode 3
Part 3
1931-1933: In the wake of unspeakable tragedy, Mildred moves forward with preparations for her new chicken-and-waffle restaurant. After a slow start on opening night, the restaurant fills to capacity, and Mildred gladly welcomes Ida - her former fellow waitress at the diner - to help manage the frenzy. Among the guests is Monty, who wastes no time reacquainting himself with Mildred, and impressing Veda with his refined stature. At Montyʼs suggestion, Mildred hires a new piano teacher for Veda, but is unable to buy her a new piano when the repeal of prohibition forces her to add a bar to the restaurant. As Veda grows resentful, Mildred chafes at the indolent Monty and his extravagant lifestyle, culminating in an emotional New Year's Eve faceoff.
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#2In Season 1of 5 rated episodes
#2All-timeof 5 rated episodes
+0.2vs season avgSeason 1 averages 7.2
2011First airedApril 3, 2011
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