Parenthood: Season 4
Season 4 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Picks up essential narrative continuity directly following the events of Parenthood Season 3.
- Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes.
- Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons.
- Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale.
Episode Guide
Season 4 Progress Shield
Family Portrait
Sep 11, 2012 · 43 min
Before Haddie leaves home for college, the Bravermans gather to take a family portrait. Meanwhile, Adam, Kristina and Max all have a hard time adapting to Haddie going away. Meanwh
Left Field
Sep 18, 2012 · 43 min
As the family adapts to their new son, Julia communicates her love in an unusual way to Victor. Meanwhile Crosby and Jasmine work as a couple to add structure and boundaries to the
Everything Is Not Okay
Sep 25, 2012 · 43 min
Adam and Kristina turn to the family for emotional support; Zeek's behavior causes concern; Sarah confronts her boss and is surprised by the outcome.
The Talk
Oct 2, 2012 · 43 min
Jasmine and Jabbar's family dynamic could change; Sarah spends time with her boss's daughter; Zeek makes a new friend; Victor tries an after-school activity.
There's Something I Need To Tell You...
Oct 9, 2012 · 43 min
Kristina shares her health news with the family; Joel is nervous as Victor plays in his first baseball game; Sarah is caught in a tender moment with Hank.
I'll Be Right Here
Oct 23, 2012 · 43 min
Kristina is dismayed when she learns that Max is giving a speech on the same day as her surgery; Drew disagrees with Sarah's decision to move in with Mark; Ryan asks Amber out.
Together
Nov 13, 2012 · 43 min
Adam and Kristina face difficulties as she deals with her continuing treatment; Sarah and Zeek worry about Amber and Ryan's relationship; Julia focuses on building a bond with Vict
One More Weekend With You
Nov 20, 2012 · 43 min
Jasmine and Crosby organize an event for Jabbar's school; during a spontaneous road trip, Amber learns more about Ryan's past; Mark and Sarah encounter a dilemma.
You Can't Always Get What You Want
Nov 27, 2012 · 43 min
Julia struggles with her new role as a stay-at-home mom; a disruptive neighbor threatens the future of the Luncheonette; Mark and Sarah can't agree on relationship and parenting is
Trouble in Candyland
Dec 4, 2012 · 43 min
Mark becomes increasingly impatient as Sarah tries to help Hank reconnect with his family; Julia asks Kristina for advice when Victor gets frustrated with school; Adam and Crosby t
What to My Wondering Eyes
Dec 11, 2012 · 43 min
Kristina and Adam are faced with a health scare; Jasmine and Crosby celebrate their first Christmas as a family; Sarah feels torn between Mark and Hank; Ryan and Amber have relatio
Keep On Rowing
Jan 1, 2013 · 43 min
Crosby and Jasmine help a family member who is having financial problems; Kristina debuts a new look; Hank and Sarah have an interesting evening together.
Small Victories
Jan 8, 2013 · 43 min
When Drew and Amy receive life-changing news, Mark expresses his concerns to Sarah; Crosby becomes impatient with his mother-in-law; Joel and Julia question their parenting abiliti
One Step Forward, Two Steps Back
Jan 15, 2013 · 43 min
Joel and Julia consider the long-term effects of adopting Victor; Jasmine and Crosby are frustrated when Renee oversteps her boundaries; Hank is concerned when Mark and Sarah have
Because You're My Sister
Jan 22, 2013 · 43 min
Jasmine and Crosby plan an anniversary get away and receive exciting news. Kristina and Adam prepare for the next phase of her treatment. Drew learns the results of his college app