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The Good Wife Season 4 Episodes
Season 4 Episode Guide
22 Episodes 2012 - 2013
The fourth season of the legal drama begins with Lockhart/Gardner entering bankruptcy and having a humorless, court-appointed trustee (Nathan Lane) brought in to clean up the financial mess. But his merciless cost-cutting and severe staff reductions don't sit well with Diane (Christine Baranski) and Will (Josh Charles). Meanwhile, Kalinda (Archie Panjabi) greets her estranged husband, Nick (Marc Warren), with a gun when he shows up at her door and tries to force his way back into her life. As for Alicia (Julianna Margulies), she continues to be pulled between her feelings for Will and her growing attachment to Peter (Chris Noth), who is busy running for governor. She also receives a surprise visit from her mercurial mom (Stockard Channing) and gets an offer to become an equity partner at the firm—which comes at a steep price. In other L/G news, Eli (Alan Cumming) is investigated by the Justice Department for possible violations while working as a crisis manager for a previous client; and a new investigator (Jess Weixler) joins the firm, much to Kalinda's dismay.
Episode 1
I Fought the Law
Sun, Sep 30, 2012 60 mins
The fourth season begins with Kalinda's estranged husband forcing his way back into her life. Meanwhile, Alicia fights for Zach's rights when he is targeted by an overzealous state trooper; and Diane and Will try to rescue the firm from financial ruin.
Episode 2
And the Law Won
Sun, Oct 7, 2012 60 mins
Will tries his first case following his suspension, but he turns down a low settlement that could cost the firm some much-needed money. Meanwhile, Alicia inadvertently aids Peter's campaign.
Episode 3
Two Girls, One Code
Sun, Oct 14, 2012 60 mins
Alicia and Will represent an Internet start-up in a case that involves a search engine that is perhaps manipulating results. Meanwhile, Eli tries to squash a potential scandal in Peter's campaign.
Episode 4
Don't Haze Me, Bro
Sun, Oct 21, 2012 60 mins
Alicia and Diane are forced to constantly rethink their strategy when an opposing lawyer keeps changing tactics. Meanwhile, Eli wins a victory in his efforts to protect Peter's image.
Episode 5
Waiting for the Knock
Sun, Oct 28, 2012 60 mins
The accountant for drug dealer Lemond Bishop is arrested. Alicia must determine what the Feds want and whether they are targeting his legal businesses or his drug money. Meanwhile, Nick creates more trouble for Kalinda.
Episode 6
The Art of War
Sun, Nov 4, 2012 60 mins
Alicia represents a female military officer who accuses a civilian contractor of attempting to rape her in Afghanistan. Meanwhile, a surprising new obstacle appears in Peter's path to become governor.
Episode 7
Anatomy of a Joke
Sun, Nov 11, 2012 60 mins
Alicia and Cary travel to Washington, D.C., to represent a comedian who is being sued by a TV network for indecency. While there, Cary has an uneasy reunion with his father. Back in Chicago, Diane and Will question Clarke's latest strategy to help the firm get out of debt.
Episode 8
Here Comes the Judge
Sun, Nov 18, 2012 60 mins
Will believes that a judge is biased against his client and demands a hearing to determine if another judge should take over the case. Meanwhile, Grace deals with the death of a classmate; and Zach searches for a way to help his dad's campaign.
Episode 9
A Defense of Marriage
Sun, Nov 25, 2012 60 mins
Alicia and Diane agree to let a famous liberal lawyer assist them on a case, but they soon realize that he may not have their client's best interests in mind. Meanwhile, Alicia's mother arrives seeking legal and moral support from her daughter and son.
Episode 10
Battle of the Proxies
Sun, Dec 2, 2012 60 mins
Will defends a man accused of murder, and Alicia attempts to influence the outcome of the case by assisting a prosecutor in a nearby county who is trying another man for the same crime. Meanwhile, Eli feels pressure from the Justice Department.
Episode 11
Boom De Ya Da
Sun, Jan 6, 2013 60 mins
Will hopes for a large payday on his latest case, but frequent nemesis Louis Canning tries to delay a deposition that is crucial to Will's argument. Meanwhile, an old foe complicates Eli's life; and Will and Diane take a stand against Clarke.
Episode 12
Je Ne Sais What?
Sun, Jan 13, 2013 60 mins
Attorney Elsbeth Tascioni is arrested, so Alicia helps out with a case she was working on. Meanwhile, Peter gets conflicting advice from Eli and Jordan.
Episode 13
The Seven Day Rule
Sun, Jan 27, 2013 60 mins
Alicia is presented with a career-altering offer. Meanwhile, Will and Diane fight off their creditors.
Episode 14
Red Team, Blue Team
Sun, Feb 17, 2013 60 mins
Office politics surface when Will and Diane face Alicia and Cary in a mock trial. Meanwhile, Eli tries to avoid losing his role in Peter's campaign to Jordan, as he continues to fight the Justice Department.
Episode 15
Going for the Gold
Sun, Mar 3, 2013 60 mins
Elsbeth takes an assistant U.S. attorney to civil court for defamation when the Justice Department refuses to reveal who will be testifying against Eli. Meanwhile, Jordan helps Peter prepare for a debate.
Episode 16
Runnin' With the Devil
Sun, Mar 10, 2013 60 mins
Alicia defends jailed drug dealer Lemond Bishop, but he requires her to work with another lawyer she suspects may be coercing witnesses to recant their testimony against Bishop. Meanwhile, Kalinda is forced to train a new investigator; and Cary makes a risky move.
Episode 17
Invitation to an Inquest
Sun, Mar 17, 2013 60 mins
Alicia and Will are hindered at a coroner's inquest by a strict rule that only allows them to ask three questions per witness. Meanwhile, Cary's father returns and brings new business to the firm; and Eli plots to take down Jordan.
Episode 18
Death of a Client
Sun, Mar 24, 2013 60 mins
One of Alicia's clients is murdered, and she fears the killer may also be targeting someone close to her. To help the police find the culprit, she agrees to waive attorney-client privilege. Meanwhile, Peter and rival Mike Kresteva vie for an influential endorsement; and Diane receives a stunning offer.
Episode 19
The Wheels of Justice
Sun, Mar 31, 2013 60 mins
Alicia and Will deliberately go to trial unprepared when they learn that an impending Supreme Court ruling could result in notorious client Colin Sweeney being imprisoned for life. Meanwhile, Diane reunites with Kurt McVeigh, but she is then forced to reevaluate the relationship.
Episode 20
Rape: A Modern Perspective
Sun, Apr 14, 2013 60 mins
Alicia represents a girl who accuses a classmate of rape, a case that draws interest from the hacker group Anonymous, who, in turn, get the public talking about the trial. Meanwhile, Diane continues to go through the vetting process for a seat on the Illinois Supreme Court; and Kalinda grows suspicious of Robyn.
Episode 21
A More Perfect Union
Sun, Apr 21, 2013 60 mins
Alicia takes a case involving software coders in a contract dispute as a favor to her mother, but the case leads to unexpected consequences at the firm. Meanwhile, Peter asks Alicia to renew their vows; and Kalina plays two sides of the firm against each other.
Episode 22
What's in the Box?
Sun, Apr 28, 2013 60 mins
Alicia attends emergency court proceedings with Peter's gubernatorial election on the line as the fourth season ends. The late-night meetings occur because Zach believes he witnessed vote tampering. Meanwhile, an unlikely source offers Cary aid to start his own firm; and Alicia is forced to face her conflicted feelings in her personal and professional lives.
