In the House: Season 4
Season 4 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of In the House Season 3.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 4 Progress Shield
Earthquake
Aug 25, 1997 · 30 min
Marion, Tonia and Maxwell's partnership falls apart in the aftermath of an earthquake that leaves the sports clinic in ruins. Meanwhile, Tiffany reconsiders going to college.
Men in the Black
Sep 1, 1997 · 30 min
Seeking an upgrade, Maxwell urges Marion to date the contractor who's fixing up the clinic. Meanwhile, Tonia dates L.A. Lakers basketball star Derek Fisher.
Tito's in the House
Sep 8, 1997 · 30 min
Marion gives his pal Tito a job at the sports clinic, where he's a real piece of work for Max and Tonia. Meanwhile, Tonia and her boyfriend Derek face a complication in their roman
The Second Coming of Marion Hill
Sep 15, 1997 · 30 min
Marion makes a brief appearance during Tonia's meeting with an ad agency, and lands an underwear-modeling gig. Meanwhile, Tiffany decides to move out.
Cruise (2)
Sep 29, 1997 · 30 min
Marion and Maxwell's on-shore escapade continues, while out-at-sea, Mercedes frets that Maxwell has ditched her.
Pranks
Oct 13, 1997 · 30 min
Rivalry with a clinic across the street results in a series of pranks. Meanwhile, Tiffany, Carl and Raynelle are having trouble with trying to finish their psychology papers.
Tonia's Big Break
Oct 27, 1997 · 30 min
musical guest: Suede Tonia's motivational speech to juvenile female inmates inspires a prison break. Meanwhile, Tito's determined to manage a singing group.
The Stuff That Dreams are Made Of
Nov 3, 1997 · 30 min
Marion and the gang participate in a dream therapy session.
When Marion Met Natalie
Nov 10, 1997 · 30 min
Marion provides living space for Natalie, a girl from the old neighborhood who's all grown up now.
Tiffany's School Daze (1)
Nov 17, 1997 · 30 min
Tiffany is attracted to an older grad student.
Tiffany's School Daze (2)
Nov 24, 1997 · 30 min
Marion advises Tiffany to steer clear of Graham. Meanwhile, Marion and Tonia scheme to reunite Maxwell and Mercedes.
God is in the House
Dec 16, 1997 · 30 min
At Christmastime, Tonia's sister, Yolanda, voices to Marion her doubts that the ministry is her true calling.
Say Anything
Jan 12, 1998 · 30 min
After a breakup, Marion is sued for damages over the ""little lies"" he uttered during the relationship.
The Tennis Story
Jan 19, 1998 · 30 min
Marion and Natalie have overwhelming urges for each other during a charity tennis tournament.
The Marion Rules
Feb 16, 1998 · 30 min
Marion and Natalie establish relationship rules; Mercedes proposes to Maxwell; Tiffany is the birthing coach for a woman with a grudge.
Working Overtime (1)
Feb 23, 1998 · 30 min
To make clinic rent money, Marion rebuilds a youth center, where he confronts a bad guy from his past.
Working Overtime (2)
Mar 2, 1998 · 30 min
Marion wants to get Blake out from under Eddie's bad influence.
One House and a Baby
Mar 17, 1998 · 30 min
Tiffany helps out her single-mom friend Shara. Meanwhile, Marion's paternal feelings worry Natalie.
All's Fair in Love and War
Mar 24, 1998 · 30 min
Marion denies having feelings for Natalie, as he and Tito throw a bachelor party for Maxwell.
Mr. Hill Goes to New York
Mar 31, 1998 · 30 min
After seeing Gabrielle and Mark kissing passionately, Tiffany confronts the amorous couple about their betrayal. Marion visits his grandmother in Queens, and also sees Natalie. Mea
My Pest Friend's Wedding
Apr 7, 1998 · 30 min
Mercedes and Maxwell's marriage is jeopardized when their parents bicker on their wedding day. Meanwhile, Marion considers popping the question to Natalie.