Join or Sign In
Sign in to customize your TV listings
By joining TV Guide, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy.
Queen Sugar Season 4 Episodes
Season 4 Episode Guide
13 Episodes 2019 - 2019
Episode 1
Pleasure Is Black
Wed, Jun 12, 201942 mins
The Bordelon siblings must put their complicated lives aside so that they can come together to run the clan's struggling sugar cane farm.
Episode 2
I No Longer Imagine
Wed, Jun 19, 201942 mins
Someone from her past is looking for Violet. Nova deals with family fallout from her book.
Episode 3
Where My Body Stops or Begins
Wed, Jun 26, 201942 mins
Violet is surprised at her diner by a man from her past. Nova's book is well reviewed but not well received by the family.
Episode 4
Skin Transparent
Wed, Jul 3, 201942 mins
Nova remains estranged from the family over her book. Charley learns more of the Landry's plan. Ralph Angel launches a reentry program for ex-cons. Charley and Romero start a makeshift clinic for undocumented workers.
Episode 5
Face Speckled
Wed, Jul 10, 201942 mins
Remy decides to leave town. Davis turns to Charley on how to deal with the fallout of Nova's book. The clinic is raided by ICE agents. Ralph Angel has to explain paternity to Blue.
Episode 6
By the Spit
Wed, Jul 24, 201940 mins
Nova and Octavia enjoy one another's company as Nova prepares for her press day. Meanwhile, Ralph Angel and Darla grow concerned for Blue, and they agree to bring him to a counselor. Elsewhere, Charley makes her city council candidacy official, and Hollywood's concern for Violet grows. Later, Charley, Romero, and Micah spend some time with the Latino community at a neighborhood party, but when Charley approaches Pastor Martinez for his support, he makes his viewpoint clear. Nova feels like a fish out of water at a social club in Atlanta, and when Octavia makes a questionable decision, Nova realizes that she has finally outgrown their relationship. Finally, Charley doubts her campaign when a brick is thrown through her office window, endangering others. She pushes forward with a campaign rally and as the crowd applauds, a man it is seen snapping photos from afar.
Episode 7
Of Several Centuries
Wed, Jul 31, 201942 mins
Nova (Rutina Wesley) arrives to a television show taping to discuss her book, where she is unsettled by new information about her family. As Nova exits the stage door, she sees Calvin, and the two lock eyes as if nothing else exists. Elsewhere, Violet's diner is vandalized, and Benny is arrested under suspicious circumstances. When Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) and Ralph Angel (Kofi Siriboe) discover who's behind the attack on Violet's diner, Charley is more determined than ever to get to the bottom of the new plan for St. Josephine. Meanwhile, Darla (Bianca Lawson) continues to struggle, and Ralph Angel grows concerned. Later, Charley and a diverse group of people march on the street with signs that read "Charley Bordelon for city council." But just as Charley and Micah (Nicholas L. Ashe) celebrate their day, Charley receives devastating news.
Episode 8
All the Borders
Wed, Aug 7, 201942 mins
Charley and Micah stare at the remains of the Queen Sugar Mill, as the fire captain reveals that all signs point to arson. Violet confronts Sam Landry about the attack and reveals that they share a past. Charley has a heated conversation with Frances Boudreaux and later, Sam Landry insists to Charley that his hands are clean. Meanwhile, Deesha helps Ralph Angel with his upcoming hearing about his reentry program and Violet says a prayer for Nova. The following morning, Nova receives a surprise visit from Calvin, but when Micah unexpectedly arrives, he inspires Nova to ask Calvin some tough questions. Elsewhere, Keke talks to Micah about taking their relationship to the next level on prom night, and Darla calls Ralph Angel during his evening with Deesha. Finally, Romero and Charley's relationship reaches a breaking point.
Episode 9
Stare at the Same Fires
Wed, Aug 14, 201941 mins
Violet shares a hard truth with Hollywood. Micah looks to Ralph Angel for advice. Nova is there for Charley when she hits a low point. The community comes together to save Queen Sugar.
Episode 10
Oh Mamere
Wed, Aug 21, 201942 mins
Micah and Blue enjoy the day at New Orleans City Park, but when Micah gets distracted by a text, he loses sight of Blue. He later finds Blue inside a police car, which triggers the trauma of Micah's past. Meanwhile, Violet once again rejects Nova's efforts to mend fences, reminding Nova of the book's detrimental effect on her life. Instead, Charley and Nova hit the road on a girls' trip where they attempt to mend their relationship. Elsewhere, Darla meets with a friend from her past, who reveals more about the night Blue was conceived. Consumed with self-disgust, Darla seeks comfort in her old vices. Darla runs into Violet in a disoriented state and reveals her newly discovered secret. The two women then share unexpected common ground. Violet calls Ralph Angel for help and stands by Darla's side as Darla tells Ralph Angel the truth. Ralph Angel apologizes for his previous behavior. Finally, Ralph Angel and Darla look into one another's eyes as it becomes clear they are still in love.
Episode 11
I'm Sorry
Wed, Aug 28, 201942 mins
Charley, Violet, Hollywood, and Nova spend time at Charley's home as Micah and Keke prepare for prom. Hollywood encourages Micah to be responsible on "prom night." As Charley continues to practice her speech for the town hall, Jacob Boudreaux unexpectedly arrives, and the two become trapped together by a thunderstorm. During a heated conversation about race and privilege, Charley encourages Jacob to drop out of the running for Councilman, but he offers an alternative plan. Jacob later delivers a speech where he exposes shocking secrets about his family. Meanwhile, Keke and Micah's plans for prom are derailed by the weather. Elsewhere, Darla pleads for Ralph Angel to fully forgive her and rekindle their romance. Ralph Angel decides to end his relationship with Deesha. Nova and Calvin also discuss their future, and Calvin requests a fearless, fully committed love. Finally, Violet tells Hollywood that there's something she needs to do to release her past.
Episode 12
Here
Wed, Sep 4, 201941 mins
Nova tries to mend fences with Ralph Angel, but he's unyielding. Later, Nova finally discovers some usable information for Charley about the mysterious gas drilling company, Old World Energy. Meanwhile, Violet arrives to ask Nova for Jimmy Dale's address, and they drive to his house together. Violet delivers items to Jimmy that represent their lost child, but just as she delivers him a verbal punch to the gut, she notices that his much younger girlfriend has also become a victim of his abuse. Elsewhere, Frances Boudreaux gives Charley a veiled threat just before Charley learns that many of the farmers are suspiciously unable to vote. Nova writes a letter to Ralph Angel asking to talk to him about their mother and Micah and Charley discuss his decision not to go to Harvard. Finally, Romero arrives and asks Charley to start over, but before they get very far into their discussion, two sheriff deputies arrive to arrest Charley for allegedly starting the fire at the Queen Sugar Mill.
Episode 13
I Am
Wed, Sep 11, 201942 mins
Charley is released from the St. Jo Sheriff's station where she is met by reporters. Elsewhere, Sam Landry gives Violet information about Frances, and his shared past with Violet is revealed. Later, Darla and Ralph Angel discuss their future. The Bordelon family prepare Violet's diner for Charley's election night, and Nova enters the diner with Calvin for the first time. Charley and Micah also share a touching moment. Just as everyone begins to celebrate Charley's victory, they are dealt a devastating and unexpected blow. Though Charley feels redeemed during a meeting with Frances, she later realizes that she's been used by Sam Landry for his personal agenda. Elsewhere, Micah and Keke finally take their relationship to the next level, and Violet and Hollywood visit a storefront space that will be used to launch his support group for men. Finally, the Bordelon family unite in front of Trudy Bordelon's grave, determined to face an uncertain future, together.
