Rizzoli & Isles: Season 4
Jane and Maura will investigate a number of complex and troublesome cases, including the pending murder trial of Maura's biological father, Paddy Doyle. Plus, Lt. Detective Rafael Martinez, the newly appointed head of the Boston Police Department's drug unit, who has a conflicted professional past with Jane, will force her to relive a painful experience.
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 Rizzoli & Isles 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.
Season overview
Jane and Maura will investigate a number of complex and troublesome cases, including the pending murder trial of Maura's biological father, Paddy Doyle. Plus, Lt. Detective Rafael Martinez, the newly appointed head of the Boston Police Department's drug unit, who has a conflicted professional past with Jane, will force her to relive a painful experience.
Episode Guide
Season 4 Progress Shield
We Are Family
Jun 25, 2013 · 42 min
A community parade turns deadly in a case that brings family tensions and politics to the forefront. Maura, who is dealing with her own family issues, is not quite herself. And a s
In Over Your Head
Jul 2, 2013 · 42 min
Jane is unhappy when a former colleague returns as the new lieutenant of the drug unit; a tip from Cailin causes Maura to investigate Hope.
But I Am a Good Girl
Jul 9, 2013 · 42 min
A body is discovered in the church at TJ's christening; Jane almost abuses her power to protect Tommy; Lydia's fiancé threatens to take custody of TJ; budget cuts cause tension at
Killer in High Heels
Jul 16, 2013 · 42 min
Maura becomes the key suspect in a homicide case when Maura’s date turns up dead – and Maura can’t remember their evening together. As the shocking evidence against Maura piles up,
Dance With the Devil
Jul 23, 2013 · 42 min
On the first day of Paddy’s murder trial, Maura gains insight into her father from Hope. Korsak opens up about Cavanaugh’s tragic past. And in an unexpected twist, Maura must decid
Somebody's Watching Me
Jul 30, 2013 · 42 min
A viral video of Jane jeopardizes her career and reputation; the squad tries to solve a murder case involving a conspiracy theorist.
All For One
Aug 6, 2013 · 42 min
A popular high school teacher is killed in a hit and run that is clearly no accident. The squad works to solve the case, but Jane is preoccupied with Lt. Martinez’s apparent favori
Cold As Ice
Aug 13, 2013 · 42 min
Frankie Jr. is brought in to help with a gruesome murder case involving a youth hockey league. Frustrated with Hope, Cailin asks to stay with Maura. But Maura quickly learns that l
No One Mourns the Wicked
Aug 20, 2013 · 42 min
When Jane and Maura are asked to present the case of serial killer Charles Hoyt at a symposium for law enforcement, Jane worries that her greatest challenge will be facing bad memo
Built for Speed
Aug 27, 2013 · 42 min
When a late-night amateur drag race turns deadly, the squad works quickly to solve what turns out to be a particularly dangerous case. As evidence unfolds, Jane suspects that the m
Judge, Jury and Executioner
Sep 3, 2013 · 42 min
A mock trial advisor dies during a competition. Meanwhile, Jane is concerned that Angela may be hiding financial issues.
Partners in Crime
Sep 10, 2013 · 42 min
The squad rushes to solve a violent homicide case muddied by conflicting evidence. Maura is burdened with the major decision of whether to take in her recently paroled grandfather.
Tears of a Clown
Feb 25, 2014 · 42 min
A kidnapper dressed as a clown re-emerges after 20 years; Jane's relationship with Casey grows more serious; Maura inadvertently gets in the middle of another relationship.
Just Push Play
Mar 4, 2014 · 42 min
A musician is stabbed in a bar; the squad realizes that the stabbing victim had something to hide; Jane's father returns with shocking news.
Food for Thought
Mar 11, 2014 · 42 min
When a food truck chef dies suddenly, all signs point to poisoning; Tommy announces some big plans; Maura's birth mother tries to make amends with her daughter.
You're Gonna Miss Me When I'm Gone
Mar 18, 2014 · 42 min
A senator's daughter is found murdered; Tommy begins to slip back into old habits; Jane reveals some shocking news.