The Good Wife: Season 4
The Good Wife Season 4 continues the overarching saga across 22 episodes. The series is an American TV drama airing on CBS about a politician's wife who pursues her own career as a defense attorney after her husband is sent to jail on charges of political corruption. Created by Robert and Michelle King, the show stars Julianna Margulies, Josh Charles, Christine Baranski, Matt Czuchry, Archie Panjabi, Zach Grenier, Ma
Season 4 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Alicia Florrick is a politician's wife who pursues her own career as a defense attorney.
- Her husband has been sent to jail on charges of political corruption.
- Alicia boldly assumes full responsibility for her family and re-enters the workforce.
- The series is an American TV drama airing on CBS created by Robert and Michelle King.
Season overview
The Good Wife Season 4 continues the overarching saga across 22 episodes. The series is an American TV drama airing on CBS about a politician's wife who pursues her own career as a defense attorney after her husband is sent to jail on charges of political corruption. Created by Robert and Michelle King, the show stars Julianna Margulies, Josh Charles, Christine Baranski, Matt Czuchry, Archie Panjabi, Zach Grenier, Matthew Goode, Cush Jumbo, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and Alan Cumming. Alicia Florrick boldly assumes full responsibility for her family and re-enters the workforce after these events. The narrative follows her professional and personal journey as she navigates the challenges of her career in the legal field while dealing with the fallout of her husband's public imprisonment and political scandal.
Episode Guide
Season 4 Progress Shield
I Fought The Law
Sep 30, 2012
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.
And The Law Won
Oct 7, 2012
As the firm undergoes budget and staff cuts, Will hopes his first post-suspension case will result in a big payout; Alicia unexpectedly helps Peter's campaign.
Two Girls, One Code
Oct 14, 2012
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.
Don't Haze Me, Bro
Oct 21, 2012
An opposing lawyer keeps Alicia and Diane on their toes by constantly changing tactics; Eli is successful in protecting Peter's image.
Waiting for the Knock
Oct 28, 2012
When Lemond Bishop's accountant is arrested, Diane and Alicia must determine if the feds are going after his drug money or legal business; Nick causes more trouble for Kalinda.
The Art of War
Nov 4, 2012
When a female military officer accuses a civilian contractor of attempting to rape her in Afghanistan, Alicia tries to prove that he is not protected by a law prohibiting serviceme
Anatomy of a Joke
Nov 11, 2012
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 question Clarke's most recent
Here Comes the Judge
Nov 18, 2012
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 suspici
A Defense of Marriage
Nov 25, 2012
A famous, liberal lawyer hijacks Diane and Alicia's latest case; when Alicia's mother visits for Thanksgiving, she seeks legal support.
Battle of the Proxies
Dec 2, 2012
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 Departmen
Boom De Yah Da
Jan 6, 2013
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.
Je Ne Sais What?
Jan 13, 2013
Will, Diane and Alicia help Elsbeth Tascioni when she is arrested; Eli and Jordan give Peter conflicting pieces of advice.
The Seven Day Rule
Jan 27, 2013
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 attac
Red Team, Blue Team
Feb 17, 2013
Office politics come to a head when Will and Diane ask Alicia and Cary to face off against them in a mock trial, only to get more than they bargained for. Eli tries to avoid losing
Going for the Gold
Mar 3, 2013
When the Justice Department refuses to reveal who will be testifying against Eli, Elsbeth takes Assistant U.S. Attorney Josh Perrotti to civil court for defamation in order to forc
Runnin' with the Devil
Mar 10, 2013
A jailed drug dealer requests that Alicia work with lawyer Charles Lester, but as witnesses against him begin recanting their testimony, she begins to suspect that Lester’s meek ap
Invitation to an Inquest
Mar 17, 2013
Alicia and Will’s latest case brings them to an inquest at the coroner’s office, where they are hindered by a strict rule that limits their questioning to three per witness. Also,
Death of a Client
Mar 24, 2013
When an erratic and litigious client is murdered, Alicia is convinced to waive attorney/client privilege to help the police when she learns that the killer may also be targeting so
The Wheels of Justice
Mar 31, 2013
Alicia and Will go to trial unprepared when they learn that an impending Supreme Court ruling could result in Colin Sweeney being jailed for life. Also, Diane reunites with Kurt Mc
Rape: A Modern Perspective
Apr 14, 2013
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.
A More Perfect Union
Apr 21, 2013
As a favor to her mother, Alicia represents software coders in a contract dispute; Peter asks Alicia to renew their wedding vows.
What's in the Box?
Apr 28, 2013
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 s