'Dtf St. Louis' Star Linda Cardellini Unpacks Episode 3's Carol Reveal

The actress discusses her character's affair and manipulation of her husband's best friend.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 2:40am

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In the latest episode of the TV series 'Dtf St. Louis', actress Linda Cardellini's character Carol takes center stage. The episode delves deeper into Carol's affair with her husband Floyd's best friend Clark Forrest, revealing details about Clark's sexual fantasies that Carol helped fulfill, as well as the financial assistance she manipulated Clark into providing for both her and Floyd, unbeknownst to him.

Why it matters

The episode allows Cardellini to showcase the many facets of her complex character, Carol, who is portrayed as a seductress and manipulator without any shame about her actions. This development provides insight into the dynamics of the show's central relationships and the lengths some characters will go to get what they want.

The details

In 'The Go Getter' episode, viewers learn more about the specifics of Carol's affair with Clark, including the sexual fantasies she helped him fulfill. The episode also reveals that Carol has been manipulating Clark financially, getting him to provide assistance for both her and her husband Floyd, without Clark's knowledge.

  • The episode aired on March 16, 2026.

The players

Linda Cardellini

The actress who portrays the character of Carol in the TV series 'Dtf St. Louis'.

Carol

A seductress and part-time little league umpire who is having an affair with her husband's best friend, Clark Forrest.

Clark Forrest

The best friend of Carol's husband Floyd, who is unaware that Carol has been manipulating Clark financially.

Floyd

Carol's husband, who is unaware that his wife is having an affair with his best friend Clark.

Jason Bateman

The actor who portrays the character of Clark Forrest in the TV series 'Dtf St. Louis'.

David Harbour

The actor who portrays the character of Floyd in the TV series 'Dtf St. Louis'.

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What they’re saying

“The episode gives Cardellini the chance to play every possible iteration of her character, from seductress to manipulator, all while maintaining a sense of shamelessness.”

— Alex Welch, Author (imdb.com)

The takeaway

The latest episode of 'Dtf St. Louis' provides a deeper exploration of the complex and morally ambiguous character of Carol, played by Linda Cardellini, highlighting her ability to manipulate those around her without any sense of guilt or remorse.