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Season 4 – Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

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The worldwide law-enforcement organization known as S.H.I.E.L.D. (Strategic Homeland Intervention Enforcement and Logistics Division) employs an elite team of agents who investigate strange occurrences around the globe and beyond. Its members -- each of whom brings a specialty to the group -- work to protect those who cannot protect themselves from extraordinary and inconceivable threats, including a formidable group known as Hydra. The series is set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and acknowledges the continuity of the franchise's films and other television series.
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Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. explores darker territory in its fourth season with the thrilling introduction of Ghost Rider, setting up an action-packed new chapter of Marvel's edgier mythologies.

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Nick Ross Observer Sep 21, 2016
It doesn't disappoint. Go to Full Review Alex McLevy AV Club Sep 21, 2016
B
It's unclear how Ghost Rider will factor in to all this, but the bigger bad guy right now is something much more mundane: It's the paranoid regulations and stifling conditions of a new, accountable S.H.I.E.L.D. organization. Go to Full Review Scott Meslow New York Magazine/Vulture Sep 21, 2016
3/5
While Robbie's tightrope walk between good and evil isn't subtle, it is a hopeful sign that Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. might infuse all this grim maturity with some genuine shades of gray. Go to Full Review Danny Hale Flickering Myth Apr 6, 2020
Well that's it, season 4 is over and, for me, without a doubt ends the strongest season of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. to date. And with the recent confirmation of a fifth season the thoughts of where this show will be taken is extremely exhilarating. Go to Full Review Charles Dulaney Tell-Tale TV Apr 6, 2020
4/5
Overall, it's a really solid premiere episode of Agents of SHIELD in its new time slot. "The Ghost" lets a lot of new story arcs begin and shows off the new darker, harder side of the show. Go to Full Review Kaitlyn Booth Bleeding Cool May 22, 2019
8.5/10
Despite a few missteps along the way, they were minor compared to everything else that was going on. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Sabih A @RT57875922 Aug 10, 2026 Spoilers Ahead for Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (Season 4) Season 4 Review: They just keep cooking. Aida is an incredible villain, with the actress brilliantly portraying Agnes, Aida, Madame Hydra, and emotional human Aida. Ghost Rider was also excellent, especially his origin episode. The Framework storyline was peak, with Fitz becoming Hydra's leader, an alternate Ward returning, and the conflict between Aida, Fitz, and Simmons. Mace's death was heartbreaking, while Jemma's confrontation with Ward was another emotional highlight. The Darkhold was a great addition. Daisy's return was handled well, and Mack's story with his daughter was heartbreaking. Radcliffe's ending was beautifully done. The finale was excellent, especially Fitz taking responsibility for Aida and Daisy convincing him not to isolate himself. ``` In short: THEY JUST KEEP ON COOKING. The characters, action, story, villains, performances, and emotional moments keep improving, making Season 4 possibly their best yet. See more SimLu L @RT77502081 Feb 28, 2026 Fantastic piece of TV! See more Freddie J. @FreddieJohnson01 Jan 21, 2026 Amazing. Very emotional See more Lucho G @RT50110343 Aug 22, 2025 The best season of the show. See more Marcos M @RT76158587 May 13, 2025 essa temporada teve várias coisas incríveis como a introdução do motoqueiro fantasma, do darkhold e da madame hidra,com vários plot twists tipo da Melinda May ter sido trocada por uma robo e também tem o lado do mal do Leopold Fitz o da estrutura,a Daisy virando uma super-heroína foda e trabalhando ao lado do Motoqueiro Fantasma e da S.H.I.E.L.D See more Khaztiel D @khaztielddenver_ Mar 3, 2025 La historia con cada temporada sorprender y a pesar de ser una serie con muchos episodios aveces parece que necesitas más. La evolución de cada personaje se puede notar y a pesar que en esta temporada hubo uno que otro personaje que no me llego a gustar, al final son personajes que se hacen querer. See more Read all reviews
Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. — Season 4

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Clark Gregg

Agent Phil Coulson

Ming-Na Wen

Agent Melinda May

Chloe Bennet

Agent Daisy Johnson

Iain De Caestecker

Agent Leo Fitz

Elizabeth Henstridge

Agent Jemma Simmons

Henry Simmons

Agent Alphonso "Mack" MacKenzie

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 20, 2016 The Ghost With the Sokovia Accords and with Hydra destroyed, S.H.I.E.L.D. no longer needs to operate in the shadows; Coulson and Mack team up to confirm the presence of Inhumans; May needs to train specialist strike teams. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 27, 2016 Meet the New Boss Daisy sets out to battle Ghost Rider, but at a terrible cost; the new director's bold agenda shocks everyone. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 11, 2016 Uprising Coulson, Mack and Fitz try to locate and neutralize a rogue group looking to stop Inhuman registration worldwide; Simmons and Dr. Radcliffe have only a short time to save May before she succumbs to her illness. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 18, 2016 Let Me Stand Next to Your Fire Ghost Rider's thirst for vengeance results in an explosive confrontation with S.H.I.E.L.D.; Coulson and Mack must depend on an unlikely ally in their time of need; a familiar face helps Daisy stop the Watchdogs. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 25, 2016 Lockup Robbie Reyes attempts to control the Ghost Rider; S.H.I.E.L.D. breaks into a high-security prison to decipher the secrets. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 1, 2016 The Good Samaritan The shocking origin story of Robbie's transition into Ghost Rider is revealed as the lives of Coulson and the team hang in the balance. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 29, 2016 Deals With Our Devils After losing half of their team, the remaining members look for answers as time begins to run out for Ghost Rider. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 6, 2016 The Laws of Inferno Dynamics With the lives of everyone in Los Angeles hanging in the balance, S.H.I.E.L.D. and Ghost Rider find themselves working together. Details Episode 9 Aired Jan 10, 2017 Broken Promises Coulson is unaware of a dark secret May is hiding, even as the two grow closer; Aida is determined to find the Darkhold. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 17, 2017 The Patriot Coulson and Mack discover a shocking secret about Mace, which leaves all of S.H.I.E.L.D. in a dangerous position. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 24, 2017 Wake Up May works to uncover the truth about what happened to her; Aida's next move puts everyone's life at risk. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 31, 2017 Hot Potato Soup Coulson and the team race to save agents Sam and Bill Koenig from those trying to get their hands on the Darkhold book. Details Episode 13 Aired Feb 7, 2017 BOOM Daisy, Mace and the team seek a way to contain an explosive Inhuman; Coulson and Mack encounter Radcliffe's inspiration for Aida. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 14, 2017 The Man Behind the Shield Coulson and the team engage in a deadly cat-and-mouse game as they work to rescue Director Mace, who is fighting for his life. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 21, 2017 Self Control As more LMDs infiltrate S.H.I.E.L.D., suspicion begins to turn to paranoia among the members of Coulson's team. Details Episode 16 Aired Apr 4, 2017 What If... Daisy and Simmons are the only hope to save everyone in a world controlled by Hydra. Details Episode 17 Aired Apr 11, 2017 Identity and Change As Daisy and Simmons struggle to discover an escape route to the real world, the identity of the Inhuman leader of the resistance is revealed. Details Episode 18 Aired Apr 18, 2017 No Regrets The truth behind Fitz's turn threatens to bring down all of S.H.I.E.L.D. Details Episode 19 Aired Apr 25, 2017 All the Madame's Men Daisy teams up with an unlikely partner; Aida prepares to put her endgame into effect. Details Episode 20 Aired May 2, 2017 Farewell, Cruel World! Daisy and Simmons race against the clock to get the team out of the Framework, but not everyone is ready to leave. Details Episode 21 Aired May 9, 2017 The Return Coulson and the team's victory in the Framework is short-lived, revealing an even deadlier enemy looming against them all. Details Episode 22 Aired May 16, 2017 World's End Ghost Rider makes a surprising return; Coulson and the team work to stop Aida from ending the world. Details

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Season Info

Director
Kevin Tancharoen, Jesse Bochco, Garry A. Brown, Billy Gierhart
Executive Producer
Joss Whedon, Jed Whedon, Maurissa Tancharoen, Jeffrey Bell, Jeph Loeb
Screenwriter
Jed Whedon, Paul Zbyszewski, Matt Owens, Drew Z. Greenberg, Craig Titley, Brent Fletcher, Daniel J. Doyle, Nora Zuckerman, Jeffrey Bell, Lilla Zuckerman, Sharla Oliver
Network
ABC
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Drama, Action, Sci-Fi, Adventure
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 20, 2016
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