<P> The season currently holds a 97% approval rating from review aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes based on 13 reviews, with an average rating of 8.77 out of 10 and an audience score average of 4.7 out of 5 . Jesse Schedeen of IGN described the third season of the show as darker and more unpredictable than the first two, and praised its high - concept storytelling and character development . Schedeen gave the season an 8.8 out of 10 rating, saying that it "didn't quite reach the heights of Season 2, but it is the series' most consistently entertaining and ambitious season yet ." Julia Alexander of Polygon highlighted the philosophical conflict between nihilist realism and life in ignorant bliss as the season's main theme, and noted that "after an introspective season built on the importance of self - realization and reflection, Rick and Morty's third year ended on a total reset", with Beth and the kids seeking comfort through escapism and ignoring the realities of their lives . Kayla Cobb of Decider focused on the dynamism displayed by Beth and Summer, as the characters broke the stereotypical conventions of the first two seasons . Cobb stated that "Season 3 is the first time Rick and Morty really handed over the reigns to its leading ladies, and it was a horrifying delight ." </P> <P> The McDonald's Szechuan sauce reference in the season premiere brought huge online attention for the discontinued promotional product . Internet memes spread rapidly on Reddit and Twitter, more than 40,000 people signed a petition at Change.org, asking for the return of the sauce, while an eBay auction resulted in a 20 - year - old packet of this teriyaki sauce being sold for $14,700 . On October 7, 2017, McDonald's served limited quantities of Szechuan sauce, with the company calling it "the year's most talked - about dipping sauce ." </P> <P> Following the conclusion of the show's third season, Adult Swim has made a livestream marathon of Rick and Morty available to watch on its official website in select regions, hoping to dissuade viewers from watching other illegal livestreams . Uncensored versions of the season are also available to purchase on various digital platforms, including iTunes, Amazon and Microsoft Store . The digital release also includes commentary on every episode, as well as seven more short videos featuring co-creators Dan Harmon and Justin Roiland . The season is also available to watch on Netflix, in a number of countries outside the United States, including the United Kingdom . </P>

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