The Good Wife: Season 4
- 2012
- 22 episodes
- 43m
Season 4 of The Good Wife premiered on September 30, 2012 and has 22 episodes, from "I Fought The Law" to "What's in the Box?". The last episode aired on April 28, 2013.
Where to watch The Good Wife
In the United States, you can stream The Good Wife on Paramount Plus. It is also free on The Roku Channel. You can also buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. It is on streaming services in 56 countries.
Episodes
Episode 1I Fought The LawAired September 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.
Guest stars
- Makenzie Vega Grace Florrick
- Graham Phillips Zach Florrick
- Chris Noth Peter Florrick
- Nathan Lane Clarke Hayden
- Kyle Sutton Jax Kresteva
- Gregory Abbey Kent Altman
- Kristin Chenoweth Peggy Byrne
- Marc Warren Nick Saverese
Episode 2And The Law WonAired October 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.
Guest stars
- Chris Noth Peter Florrick
- Nathan Lane Clarke Hayden
- Marc Warren Nick Saverese
- Maura Tierney Maddie Hayward
- Edward Herrmann Lionel Deerfield
- James Urbaniak Judge Bernard Temple
- Mike Doyle Officer Mallen
- Dakin Matthews Dr. David Zarevich
Episode 3Two Girls, One CodeAired October 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.
Guest stars
- Makenzie Vega Grace Florrick
- Graham Phillips Zach Florrick
- Jill Flint Lana Delaney
- Rita Wilson Viola Walsh
- Chris Noth Peter Florrick
- Jee Young Han Julie Doyle
- Nathan Lane Clarke Hayden
- John Benjamin Hickey Neil Gross
Episode 4Don't Haze Me, BroAired October 21, 2012
An opposing lawyer keeps Alicia and Diane on their toes by constantly changing tactics; Eli is successful in protecting Peter's image.
Guest stars
- Chris Noth Peter Florrick
- Mary Beth Peil Jackie Florrick
- Tyler Weaks Chad Minson
- Nathan Lane Clarke Hayden
- Maura Tierney Maddie Hayward
- Miriam Shor Mandy Post
- Liz Holtan Indira Starr
- John Glover Jared Andrews
Episode 5Waiting for the KnockAired October 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.
Guest stars
- Jill Flint Lana Delaney
- Chris Noth Peter Florrick
- Mike Colter Lemond Bishop
- Nathan Lane Clarke Hayden
- Marc Warren Nick Saverese
- Maura Tierney Maddie Hayward
- J.D. Williams Dexter Roja
- Liz Holtan Indira Starr
Episode 6The Art of WarAired November 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 servicemen from suing the military. Meanwhile, a surprising new obstacle appears in Peter's quest for the governorship.
Guest stars
- Chris Noth Peter Florrick
- Mary Beth Peil Jackie Florrick
- Denis O'Hare Judge Charles Abernathy
- Brian J. Smith Ricky Waters
- Nathan Lane Clarke Hayden
- Brian Dennehy Bucky Stabler
- Kristin Chenoweth Peggy Byrne
- Linda Emond Judge Leora Kuhn
Episode 7Anatomy of a JokeAired November 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 strategy.
Guest stars
- Chris Noth Peter Florrick
- Christina Ricci Therese Dodd
- Austin Lysy Punch Sutton
- Renée Elise Goldsberry Geneva Pine
- Nathan Lane Clarke Hayden
- Amanda Peet Laura Hellinger
- Skipp Sudduth Jim Moody
- F. Murray Abraham Burl Preston
Episode 8Here Comes the JudgeAired November 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 suspicious of Nick.
Guest stars
- Makenzie Vega Grace Florrick
- Graham Phillips Zach Florrick
- Karen Olivo Giada Cabrini
- Lorenzo Pisoni Garrett Yates
- Amanda Peet Laura Hellinger
- Marc Warren Nick Saverese
- Kurt Fuller Judge Peter Dunaway
- Seth Numrich Randy Chapin
Episode 9A Defense of MarriageAired November 25, 2012
A famous, liberal lawyer hijacks Diane and Alicia's latest case; when Alicia's mother visits for Thanksgiving, she seeks legal support.
Guest stars
- Makenzie Vega Grace Florrick
- Graham Phillips Zach Florrick
- Dallas Roberts Owen Cavanaugh
- Chris Noth Peter Florrick
- Mary Beth Peil Jackie Florrick
- Brian Dennehy Bucky Stabler
- Marc Warren Nick Saverese
- Yul Vazquez Cristián Romano
Episode 10Battle of the ProxiesAired December 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 Department puts heat on Eli; Nick takes action that forces Kalinda's hand.
Guest stars
- Makenzie Vega Grace Florrick
- Graham Phillips Zach Florrick
- Nicole Roderick Nora
- Chris Butler Matan Brody
- Vanessa Wasche Assistant
- Amanda Peet Laura Hellinger
- Marc Warren Nick Saverese
- P.J. Brown Bill
Episode 11Boom De Yah DaAired January 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.
Guest stars
- Michael J. Fox Louis Canning
- Anika Noni Rose Wendy Scott-Carr
- Nathan Lane Clarke Hayden
- T. R. Knight Jordan Karahalios
- Grace Rex Martha Reed
- Susan Misner Simone Canning
- Mike Pniewski Frank Landau
- Tamara Tunie Serafina Norvy
Episode 12Je Ne Sais What?Aired January 13, 2013
Will, Diane and Alicia help Elsbeth Tascioni when she is arrested; Eli and Jordan give Peter conflicting pieces of advice.
Guest stars
- Makenzie Vega Grace Florrick
- Graham Phillips Zach Florrick
- Chris Noth Peter Florrick
- Renée Elise Goldsberry Geneva Pine
- Carrie Preston Elsbeth Tascioni
- Maura Tierney Maddie Hayward
- T. R. Knight Jordan Karahalios
- Vincent Curatola Judge Thomas Politi
Episode 13The Seven Day RuleAired January 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 attack on Maddie's campaign.
Guest stars
- Michael J. Fox Louis Canning
- Chris Noth Peter Florrick
- Nathan Lane Clarke Hayden
- John Benjamin Hickey Neil Gross
- Maura Tierney Maddie Hayward
- Kenneth Tigar James Chase
- T. R. Knight Jordan Karahalios
- Margaret Colin Rochelle
Episode 14Red Team, Blue TeamAired February 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 his role in Peter’s campaign to Jordan, as he continues his fight with the Justice Department.
Guest stars
- Makenzie Vega Grace Florrick
- Graham Phillips Zach Florrick
- Jerry Adler Howard Lyman
- Julie Sharbutt Stacie
- Carrie Preston Elsbeth Tascioni
- Robbie Sublett John Gaultner
- Hamish Linklater David LaGuardia
- T. R. Knight Jordan Karahalios
Episode 15Going for the GoldAired March 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 force him to answer her questions under oath. Meanwhile, Jordan helps Peter prepare for a debate and Alicia’s relationship with her co-workers evolves.
Guest stars
- Nathan Stark Process Server
- Lily Rabe Petra Moritz
- Chris Noth Peter Florrick
- Mary Beth Peil Jackie Florrick
- Julie Sharbutt Stacie
- Renée Elise Goldsberry Geneva Pine
- Carrie Preston Elsbeth Tascioni
- Amanda Peet Laura Hellinger
Episode 16Runnin' with the DevilAired March 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 appearance isn’t all it seems. Kalinda is forced to train a new investigator. Cary makes a risky move.
Guest stars
- Zach Grenier David Lee
- Mike Colter Lemond Bishop
- Audra McDonald Liz Lawrence
- Wallace Shawn Charles Lester
- Jess Weixler Robyn Burdine
- Tracie Thoms Judy Bishop
- J.D. Williams Dexter Roja
- Eric Ruffin Dylan Bishop
Episode 17Invitation to an InquestAired March 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, Cary’s father returns to bring new business to the firm and Eli schemes against Jordan.
Guest stars
- Makenzie Vega Grace Florrick
- Graham Phillips Zach Florrick
- Nicole Roderick Nora
- Jess Weixler Robyn Burdine
- John Shea Jeffrey Agos
- T. R. Knight Jordan Karahalios
- Frederick Weller Wilk Hobson
- Jessalyn Gilsig Janie Ludwig
Episode 18Death of a ClientAired March 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 someone close to her. Also, Peter and Mike Kresteva vie for an influential endorsement and Diane receives a stunning offer.
Guest stars
- Makenzie Vega Grace Florrick
- Graham Phillips Zach Florrick
- Chris Noth Peter Florrick
- Amanda Peet Laura Hellinger
- Stockard Channing Veronica Loy
- Matthew Perry Mike Kresteva
- Will Chase Detective Doug Young
- John Cullum Cardinal James
Episode 19The Wheels of JusticeAired March 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 McVeigh but is forced to reevaluate the relationship.
Guest stars
- Makenzie Vega Grace Florrick
- Gary Cole Kurt McVeigh
- Dylan Baker Colin Sweeney
- Jess Weixler Robyn Burdine
- Amanda Peet Laura Hellinger
- Vincent Curatola Judge Thomas Politi
- Morena Baccarin Isobel Swift
- Michael Esper Gregory Steck
Episode 20Rape: A Modern PerspectiveAired April 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.
Guest stars
- Makenzie Vega Grace Florrick
- Graham Phillips Zach Florrick
- David Fonteno Judge Robert Parks
- Jason Biggs Dylan Stack
- Jess Weixler Robyn Burdine
- John Glover Jared Andrews
- Skipp Sudduth Jim Moody
- Brian d'Arcy James Detective Nolan
Episode 21A More Perfect UnionAired April 21, 2013
As a favor to her mother, Alicia represents software coders in a contract dispute; Peter asks Alicia to renew their wedding vows.
Guest stars
- Makenzie Vega Grace Florrick
- Graham Phillips Zach Florrick
- Dallas Roberts Owen Cavanaugh
- Chris Noth Peter Florrick
- Mamie Gummer Nancy Crozier
- Jeremy Strong Matt Becker
- Jess Weixler Robyn Burdine
- Stockard Channing Veronica Loy
Episode 22What's in the Box?Aired April 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 source offers to help Cary start his own firm.
Guest stars
- Makenzie Vega Grace Florrick
- Graham Phillips Zach Florrick
- Ana Gasteyer Judge Patrice Lessner
- Chris Noth Peter Florrick
- Mary Beth Peil Jackie Florrick
- Denis O'Hare Judge Charles Abernathy
- Martha Plimpton Patti Nyholm
- Dylan Baker Colin Sweeney
Season cast
Julianna MarguliesAlicia Florrick
Christine BaranskiDiane Lockhart
Josh CharlesWill Gardner
Matt CzuchryCary Agos
Alan CummingEli Gold
Archie PanjabiKalinda Sharma