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Season 4 – The Good Wife

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When a very public sex and political-corruption scandal lands her husband, Peter, in prison, Alicia Florrick (Emmy-winner Julianna Margulies) must get past the humiliation and betrayal and assume responsibility for her family. She resumes her career as a defense attorney, shedding her persona as the embarrassed wife of a politician, and takes charge of her destiny. Years later, after Peter wins the gubernatorial election, Alicia must balance her evolving career and family responsibilities with her new position as first lady of Illinois.
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The Good Wife — Season 4

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Critics Consensus

This season of The Good Wife continues its winning streak as one of television's top shows, with unique legal cases and intelligent political drama.

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Terry Ramsey Daily Telegraph (UK) 11/05/2019
3/5
The Good Wife still seems like one of those slick, legal dramas that the US can pump out without breaking sweat, such as Boston Legal or Suits. There was a feeling last night that the show is now running on tracks. Go to Full Review Karl Quinn The Age (Australia) 03/27/2018
B
A slightly conflicted return but given the consistent form of the three seasons so far, well worth hanging in there. Go to Full Review Alan Sepinwall HitFix 08/21/2013
The mark of a great season finale is one that makes you look as fondly as possible on the season that just ended even as it's exciting you about what's coming next. "What's in the Box?" did both those things. Go to Full Review Sean Axmaker Stream on Demand 04/29/2025
... both a clever and engaging legal show with cases and twists and offbeat characters that rival David E. Kelly’s shows at their best, and an adult drama with real stakes and consequences for every choice, personal and professional. Go to Full Review Adam Sweeting The Arts Desk 07/23/2018
Legal and political drama is still at the top of its game as fourth series begins. Go to Full Review Jessica Breaux TV Equals 09/01/2017
All in all, this was a solid season opening. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Juan Jose B @jbernabeus 03/08/2023 I though Season 3 was very good, well, Season 4 ups the ante! It is fantastic! See more 04/03/2021 This was really stupid why because its i dont get it See more 04/02/2021 I hate it so much dude See more 10/28/2017 This season is one of my favorites, I loved the firm storylines, and watching Alicia's undeniable chemistry with Peter is always enjoyable. See more 04/23/2015 The return of Kalinda's husband was a misfire. Other than that the series gets better and better. See more Read all reviews
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Julianna Margulies

Alicia Florrick

Christine Baranski

Diane Lockhart

Josh Charles

Will Gardner

Archie Panjabi

Kalinda Sharma

Matt Czuchry

Cary Agos

Makenzie Vega

Grace Florrick

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 30, 2012 I Fought the Law A state trooper targets Zach, putting Alicia on the offensive; Kalinda decides to face her problems; Diane and Will explore the firm's financial issues. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 7, 2012 And the Law Won As the firm undergoes budget and staff cuts, Will hopes his first post-suspension case will result in a big payday; Alicia unexpectedly helps Peter's campaign. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 14, 2012 Two Girls, One Code Will and Alicia represent an Internet startup in a lawsuit against a search engine that may be manipulating results; Eli tries to avoid a possible scandal for Peter's campaign. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 21, 2012 Don't Haze Me, Bro An opposing lawyer keeps Alicia and Diane on their toes by constantly changing tactics; Eli is successful in protecting Peter's image. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 28, 2012 Waiting for the Knock When Lemond Bishop's accountant is arrested, Diane and Alicia must determine if the feds are going after his drug money or legal businesses; Nick causes more trouble for Kalinda. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 4, 2012 The Art of War Alicia defends a female military officer who says a civilian contractor tried to rape her in Afghanistan; an unexpected obstacle pops up in Peter's quest for the governorship. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 11, 2012 Anatomy of a Joke During a trip to Washington, D.C., Cary has an uncomfortable reunion with his father (John Shea); a former client asks Alicia for help; Will and Diane questions Clarke's most recent strategy. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 18, 2012 Here Comes the Judge Will thinks a judge is biased against his client; Grace is affected by a classmate's death and falls for a questionable guy; Zach tries to help Peter's campaign; Kalinda is suspicious of Nick. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 25, 2012 A Defense of Marriage A famous, liberal lawyer hijacks Diane and Alicia's latest case; when Alicia's mother (Stockard Channing) visits for Thanksgiving, she seeks legal support. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 2, 2012 Battle of the Proxies While Will defends a man accused of murder, Alicia tries to help by assisting a prosecutor in another county who is trying a different man for the same crime; the Justice Department puts heat on Eli; Nick takes action that forces Kalinda's hand. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 6, 2013 Boom De Yah Da Louis Canning's attempts to delay a deposition could complicate Will's latest and potentially lucrative case; Diane and Will have a face-off with Clarke. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 13, 2013 Je Ne Sais What? Will, Diane and Alicia help Elsbeth Tascioni (Carrie Preston) when she is arrested; Eli and Jordan give Peter conflicting pieces of advice. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 27, 2013 The Seven Day Rule Alicia is presented with a career-changing offer that includes a substantial financial risk; Diane and Will confront their creditors; Eli and Jordan don't agree on a possible attack on Maddie's campaign. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 16, 2013 Red Team/Blue Team Office politics heat up when Will and Diane ask Cary and Alicia to face them in a mock trial; Eli tries to maintain his position on Peter's campaign. Details Episode 15 Aired Mar 3, 2013 Going for the Gold The Justice Department refuses to say who will testify against Eli; Elsbeth takes Assistant U.S. Attorney Josh Perrotti to civil court in an attempt to get answers; Jordan helps Peter with debate prep; Alicia's relationships evolve. Details Episode 16 Aired Mar 10, 2013 Runnin' With the Devil Alicia questions the motives of the lawyer (Wallace Shawn) she is asked to work with on Lemond Bishop's case; Kalinda trains a new investigator; Cary makes a move. Details Episode 17 Aired Mar 17, 2013 Invitation to an Inquest Alicia and Will's latest case leads to an inquest at the coroner's office, where a strict rule dictates that they can ask only three questions per witness; Cary's father brings new business to the firm; Eli plots against Jordan. Details Episode 18 Aired Mar 24, 2013 Death of a Client After an erratic and litigious client is murdered, Alicia learns that someone close to her may also be in danger; Mike Kresteva (Matthew Perry) and Peter vie for an important endorsement; Diane receives an offer. Details Episode 19 Aired Mar 31, 2013 The Wheels of Justice When a Supreme Court ruling could result in a life sentence for Colin Sweeney, Will and Alicia rush to trial unprepared; Diane re-evaluates her relationship with Kurt McVeigh. Details Episode 20 Aired Apr 14, 2013 Rape: A Modern Perspective A hacker group brings the trial of an accused rapist to the Internet; Diane is vetted for a Supreme Court seat; Robyn draws Kalinda's suspicion. Details Episode 21 Aired Apr 21, 2013 A More Perfect Union As a favor to her mother, Alicia represents software coders in a contract dispute; Peter asks Alicia to renew their wedding vows. Details Episode 22 Aired Apr 28, 2013 What's in the Box? When Zach thinks he has witnessed vote tampering, Will, Alicia and Diane race to a series of emergency court proceedings on the night of the gubernatorial election; an unexpected source offers to help Cary start his own firm. Details

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The Good Wife — Season 4

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Season Info

Director
Rosemary Rodriguez, Frederick E.O. Toye, Michael Zinberg, Brooke Kennedy, Robert King
Executive Producer
Tony Scott, Ridley Scott, Robert King, Michelle King, Dee Johnson, David W. Zucker
Screenwriter
Robert King, Ted Humphrey, Craig Turk, Leonard Dick, Jacqueline Hoyt, Meredith Averill, Keith Eisner, Michelle King, Matthew Montoya
Network
CBS
Rating
TV-14 (L|D)
Genre
Drama, Crime, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 30, 2012