Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: 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 Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. 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
The Ghost
Sep 20, 2016
Daisy has left S.H.I.E.L.D. and is trying to solve the mystery of a bunch of serial killings in the Los Angeles area. At the same time her old friends suspect her for the killings
Meet the New Boss
Sep 27, 2016
Daisy goes to battle Ghost Rider at a terrible cost, and Coulson faces the new Director, and his bold agenda surprises them all.
Uprising
Oct 11, 2016
As Coulson, Mack and Fitz attempt to track down and neutralize a rogue group looking to end Inhuman Registration worldwide, Simmons and Dr. Radcliffe only have hours to save May be
Let Me Stand Next to Your Fire
Oct 18, 2016
As Ghost Rider's quest for vengeance brings him into an explosive confrontation with S.H.I.E.L.D., Coulson and Mack must rely on an unlikely ally in their time of desperate need; a
Lockup
Oct 25, 2016
As Robbie Reyes struggles to control the Ghost Rider, S.H.I.E.L.D. infiltrates a high-security prison to unravel the secrets that haunt them all.
The Good Samaritan
Nov 1, 2016
Robbie's shocking story on how he became Ghost Rider is finally discovered as Coulson and his team's lives hang in the balance.
Deals with Our Devils
Nov 29, 2016
With the loss of half the team, the remaining members search for answers as the clock counts down for Ghost Rider.
The Laws of Inferno Dynamics
Dec 6, 2016
S.H.I.E.L.D. and Ghost Rider find themselves unlikely allies when the lives of all of Los Angeles hang in the balance.
Broken Promises
Jan 10, 2017
Coulson is unaware of a dark secret May is hiding, even as the two grow closer; Aida is determined to find the Darkhold.
The Patriot
Jan 17, 2017
Separated from their team, Coulson and Mack discover a shocking secret about Mace, leaving all of S.H.I.E.L.D. in a precarious position.
Wake Up
Jan 24, 2017
May works to uncover the truth about what happened to her; Aida's next move puts everyone's life at risk.
Hot Potato Soup
Jan 31, 2017
Agents Sam and Billy Koenig are hunted down to get at the Darkhold book, and only Phil Coulson and the team can save them before the clock ticks out.
BOOM
Feb 7, 2017
Daisy, Director Mace and the S.H.I.E.L.D. team must find a way to contain an explosive Inhuman. Meanwhile, Coulson and Mack come face-to-face with Radcliffe’s inspiration for Aida.
The Man Behind the Shield
Feb 14, 2017
Mace fights for his life while Coulson and team find themselves in a deadly cat-and-mouse game as they attempt his rescue.
Self Control
Feb 21, 2017
Suspicion turns to paranoia when the team doesn't know who can be trusted as more LMDs infiltrate S.H.I.E.L.D.
What If...
Apr 4, 2017
Daisy and Simmons uncover secrets and lies in a world gone mad. With HYDRA in control, they are our only hope to save everyone.
Identity and Change
Apr 11, 2017
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.
No Regrets
Apr 18, 2017
The truth behind Fitz's turn could bring down all of S.H.I.E.L.D..
All the Madame's Men
Apr 25, 2017
Daisy finds herself teamed up with an unlikely partner. Meanwhile, Aida prepares to put her ultimate end game into effect.
Farewell, Cruel World!
May 2, 2017
The clock is ticking for Daisy and Simmons to get the team out of the Framework, but not everyone is ready and willing to leave.
The Return
May 9, 2017
Coulson and the team's victory in the Framework is short-lived, as an even deadlier enemy looms against them all.
World's End
May 16, 2017
With the surprising emergence of Ghost Rider, Coulson and the team attempt to stop Aida from ending the world.