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Season 4 – Bates Motel

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After the death of her husband, Norma Bates buys a motel in the picturesque coastal town of White Pine Bay, giving herself and teenage son Norman a chance to begin anew. Shy Norman is reluctant at first, but with the help of his mother -- with whom he shares an intensely close relationship -- the boy begins to open up to others and make new friends. Some locals, however, aren't as friendly and welcoming to the Bates, who discover that because White Pine Bay isn't as peaceful as it appears, they are forced to do whatever it takes to survive. The drama series, from executive producers Carlton Cuse ("Lost") and Kerry Ehrin ("Friday Night Lights") and inspired by the seminal 1960 horror film "Psycho," explores the formative years of Norman Bates and how his complicated bond with his mother forged a serial killer.
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Bates Motel — Season 4

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Critics Consensus

Bates Motel fulfills its menacing potential in a fourth season that confidently careens toward the mother-son duo's ghastly destiny.

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Emily St. James Vox 12/15/2017
Throughout season four, Bates Motel has seemed to be barreling toward the moment when Norma goes from a living, vital presence to the mummified corpse in the cellar we see in Psycho. Go to Full Review Andrea Towers Entertainment Weekly 11/04/2017
One thing I particularly loved about the storytelling of this season is that for four years, we've seen Dylan and Norma's relationship grow and change from people who didn't want to be around each other to people who found their way back to each other. Go to Full Review Daniel Fienberg The Hollywood Reporter 11/04/2017
Over the years I've said enough skeptical things about Bates Motel, so it's only fair when appropriate to pause and admire its achievements and this season was full of them. Well played, Bates Motel. Well played. Go to Full Review Anique Toussaint Black Girl Nerds 06/26/2018
The characters are complex in their struggles and their origins, yet so simple in their desire for a better life. Go to Full Review Ross Bonaime Paste Magazine 12/15/2017
[A] fantastic fourth season, by far the show's best. This season has given us complex relationships, deaths and huge moments that have been hinted at since the beginning of the series. Go to Full Review Melissa Linares The Young Folks 11/04/2017
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Aside from the beautiful cinematography and incredible acting, the character and plot development has been captivating to experience. This show has really proven to be one of the greatest prequels to an already great story, not an easy task to accomplish Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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michael p @Labspeciman 09/01/2024 The stories are amazingly fun. Creepy Norman and his doting mother. The original movie was based on the story of Ed Gein. Central Wisconsin cannibal. That is another real life horrow story. See more Yuri S @Yuuri 05/06/2022 A quarta temporada de Bates Motel começa como terminou a anterior: cheia de suspense e segredos revelados. Intensa, obscura e sentimental, você precisará de lenços ao final dos episódios. See more 06/05/2021 Normans time in the mental institution really magnifies our feelings of empaty for Norman. A poor boy unaware of the crimes hes committed. Easily a 5 star season and this (in conjunction with season 5) is why the show is as good as it is. Huge twists and this time, we see the consequences. See more 05/20/2021 I love this adaptation. The acting is superb all round as always. Freddie Highmore is utterly brilliant as is Vera Farmiga. See more 02/07/2021 Bates Motel has finally hit its potential and is now operating on another level. The Norma-Norman aspect has always been amazing but now we get to focus on it without the other side directions See more 12/01/2020 Best show ever. Period! See more Read all reviews
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Vera Farmiga

Norma Bates

Freddie Highmore

Norman Bates

Max Thieriot

Dylan Massett

Olivia Cooke

Emma Decody

Nicola Peltz Beckham

Bradley Martin

Nestor Carbonell

Sheriff Alex Romero

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 7, 2016 A Danger to Himself and Others Norma searches for Norman, who finds himself in unfamiliar surroundings; Dylan waits for news about Emma; Romero gets a surprising proposition. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 14, 2016 Goodnight, Mother Norma and Norman each suspect the other of a terrible deed; Dylan contemplates his future with Emma; Romero makes a choice that dramatically impacts the Bates family. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 21, 2016 'Til Death Do You Part Norma and Romero take a big step together; Norman attempts to accept his new circumstances; Dylan tries to shed old business. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 28, 2016 Lights of Winter Norman and his new friend have an adventure; Norma experiences her first taste of real happiness in some time during an annual festival in White Pine Bay; Dylan becomes caught between two families. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 11, 2016 Refraction Norman worries about revealing too much to Dr. Edwards; Norma hires an artisan to repair a window; a crime investigation threatens Romero's new life. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 18, 2016 The Vault Norman uncovers painful truths as his therapy progresses; Norma works to prevent a secret from being revealed; Romero assists an old friend despite the risk to his career. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 25, 2016 There's No Place Like Home Norman returns home after making an unanticipated discovery; Norma takes on new projects; Dylan's search for Emma's mother leads to disturbing results. Details Episode 8 Aired May 2, 2016 Unfaithful Norma is torn between Norman and Romero; during a holiday outing, Norman comes to the realization that everyone has changed during his time away. Details Episode 9 Aired May 9, 2016 Forever Norma and Norman attempt to reconnect as they plan for the future; Dylan and Romero decide to take action for Norman's own good. Details Episode 10 Aired May 16, 2016 Norman Norma and Norman's relationship is tested; Romero faces pressure from all directions; Dylan considers reaching out to Norman. Details

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Bates Motel — Season 4

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Carlton Cuse, Kerry Ehrin
Network
A&E
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama, Mystery & Thriller, Horror
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 7, 2016