The Blacklist: Season 4

2016
22 episodes

A mysterious man claiming to be Liz’s real father targets her, but first she must resolve the mystery of her lost childhood and reconcile her true identity with the elusive memories corrupted by Reddington. Without the truth, every day holds more danger for herself, her baby and her husband Tom. Meanwhile, the Task Force reels from Liz’s resurrection and friendships are fractured. Betrayed by those closest to him, Reddington’s specific moral code demands justice, all the while battling an army of new and unexpected blacklisters.

Season 4 of The Blacklist premiered on September 22, 2016 and has 22 episodes, from "Esteban" to "Mr. Kaplan: Conclusion (2)". The last episode aired on May 18, 2017.

Where to watch The Blacklist

In the United States, you can stream The Blacklist on Netflix. You can also buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. It is on streaming services in 130 countries.

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Episodes

Episode 1EstebanAired September 22, 2016
After Liz is abducted by a man claiming to be her father, Red sets out to find her at any cost. Meanwhile, the Task Force grapples with the shocking news that Liz is still alive.
- 43m
- Directed by Michael W. Watkins
- Written by Jon Bokenkamp and John Eisendrath
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Susan Blommaert Mr. Kaplan
- Paul Calderon Manuel Esteban
- Raoul Max Trujillo Hitman
- Joselin Reyes Romina
- Ramon Fernandez Jhosep Balzan
- Paulie Redding Ivelisse
- Ulrich Thomsen Alexander Kirk
Episode 2MatoAired September 29, 2016
Red enlists Tom and the Task Force to help track a notorious bounty hunter who may know Alexander Kirk's next move. Meanwhile, Liz struggles to decide if Kirk is trustworthy.
- 43m
- Directed by Andrew McCarthy
- Written by Daniel Cerone
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Susan Blommaert Mr. Kaplan
- Lotte Verbeek Masha's Mom
- Michael Park Captain Daly
- Raoul Max Trujillo Mato
- Jamie Tirelli Spanish Man
- Jack Topalian Little Nikos
- Ulrich Thomsen Alexander Kirk
Episode 3Miles McGrathAired October 6, 2016
Red and the Task Force take extreme measures to hunt down one of Alexander Kirk's allies, Miles McGrath, a "criminal incubator" who finances crimes for profit. Meanwhile, Liz learns more about her family.
- 43m
- Directed by John Terlesky
- Written by Lukas Reiter
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Susan Blommaert Mr. Kaplan
- Lotte Verbeek Masha's Mom
- Tate Ellington Miles McGrath
- Manny Perez Johan Halbeck
- Annie Heise Elise
- Ulrich Thomsen Alexander Kirk
- Teddy Coluca Teddy Brimley
Episode 4GaiaAired October 13, 2016
As Red sets Liz and the Task Force on the trail of an eco-terrorist with a mysterious connection to Alexander Kirk, Tom takes matters into his own hands.
- 43m
- Directed by Bill Roe
- Written by Peter Noah
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Susan Blommaert Mr. Kaplan
- Louis Cancelmi Gaia
- Matt Servitto Dr. Sebastian Reifler
- Leon Rippy Hunter
- Annapurna Sriram Odette
- Clark Middleton Glen Carter
- Ulrich Thomsen Alexander Kirk
Episode 5The Lindquist ConcernAired October 20, 2016
Liz's loyalties are tested as Red takes action on an operation to intercept Alexander Kirk. Meanwhile the Task Force races to find a killer who targets inventors of revolutionary technology.
- 43m
- Directed by Kurt Kuenne
- Written by Dawn DeNoon
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Annie Heise Elise
- Matt Servitto Dr. Sebastian Reifler
- Adam Godley Silas Gouldsberry
- Annapurna Sriram Odette
- David Agranov Vassily Komarov
- Ulrich Thomsen Alexander Kirk
- Christine Lahti Laurel Hitchin
Episode 6The ThrushesAired October 27, 2016
When Alexander Kirk contracts a mysterious group that specializes in hacking the world's most secure computer systems, Red and Liz see an opportunity to make a move on Kirk's organization.
- 43m
- Directed by Terrence O'Hara
- Written by Daniel Knauf and Dave Metzger
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Susan Blommaert Mr. Kaplan
- Bazzel Baz Baz
- Joselin Reyes Romina
- Annie Heise Elise
- Leon Rippy Hunter
- Annapurna Sriram Odette
- Daniel Stewart Sherman Chester
Episode 7Dr. Adrian Shaw (1)Aired November 3, 2016
Red directs the Task Force to track down an individual who provides new identities to criminals on the run. Meanwhile, as Alexander Kirk's medical condition worsens, Liz seeks guidance from Cooper on a crucial decision.
- 43m
- Directed by Andrew McCarthy
- Written by Chap Taylor
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Annapurna Sriram Odette
- Linda Emond Dr. Adrian Shaw
- James Hong The Coroner
- Jodi Long Col. Wright
- Bruce Altman Jerry Fox
- Rosa Arredondo Renata Ayela
- Ulrich Thomsen Alexander Kirk
Episode 8Dr. Adrian Shaw: Conclusion (2)Aired November 10, 2016
Red pressures Dr. Shaw to locate a former patient. Liz contemplates the implications of her ties to an increasingly desperate and dangerous Alexander Kirk. Mr. Kaplan comes to a critical realization about her future.
- 43m
- Directed by Michael W. Watkins
- Written by Daniel Cerone
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Susan Blommaert Mr. Kaplan
- Matt Servitto Dr. Sebastian Reifler
- Leon Rippy Hunter
- Annapurna Sriram Odette
- Linda Emond Dr. Adrian Shaw
- Katie Kreisler Lucille Bockes
- Ulrich Thomsen Alexander Kirk
Episode 9Lipet's Seafood CompanyAired January 5, 2017
An investigation into an international terrorist operating on American soil tests the allegiances of the Task Force. As Aram faces the consequences of his girlfriend hacking into the FBI computer systems, Red cashes in on a favor.
- 43m
- Directed by Donald E. Thorin Jr.
- Written by Lukas Reiter, Dave Metzger and Dawn DeNoon
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Regina Schneider Miriam Diaz
- Michael O'Keefe Mr. Deavers
- Oded Fehr Agent Shur
- Anthony Azizi Farook al-Thani
- Jeremy Shamos James Maddox
- Armand Schultz Marlin Heiden
- Benito Martinez Robert Diaz
Episode 10The ForecasterAired January 12, 2017
A new case arrives at Liz's doorstep, where someone has left a diorama depicting a crime soon to be committed. Meanwhile, Red explores a new business opportunity.
- 43m
- Directed by Edward Ornelas
- Written by Kim Newton
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Maggie Lacey Fiona Driscoll
- Michael Potts Iniko
- Kevin Kilner Chris Farnsworth
- David Furr Ben Charnquist
- Sammi Rotibi Geoffroy Keino
- Nancy Farrelly Judge Trisha Culpepper
- Brooke Liddell Maggie Driscoll
Episode 11The HaremAired January 19, 2017
Liz must prove herself to the leader of an elite group of female thieves in order to infiltrate their organization as they prepare for their next heist. Meanwhile, Red contends with unexpected problems in his operations, and Tom channels his energy into fatherly duties.
- 43m
- Directed by Bill Roe
- Written by Marisa Tam
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Jill Hennessy Margot Rochet
- Anastasia Griffith Emma Knightly
- Hettienne Park Sasha Lau
- Ito Aghayere Jessica Piha
- Ari Fliakos Craig Gaynier
- Ian Blackman Carter Wilson
- Nick Reynolds Zach Smoll
Episode 12Natalie LucaAired February 2, 2017
After discovering his criminal empire is under attack, Red turns to the task force for help, leading the team to hunt an assassin who kills her victims by infecting them with a lethal disease. Meanwhile, Red enlists Tom in an undercover operation.
- 43m
- Directed by Michael W. Watkins
- Written by Noah Schechter
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Geraldine Hughes Dr. Nina
- Elizabeth Lail Natalie Luca
- Daniel Davis Baldur Magnusson
- RJ Brown Malik Roumain
- Florencia Lozano Doctor
- James Lloyd Reynolds Hawthorne
- Adam Trese Volker Graves
Episode 13Isabella StoneAired February 9, 2017
As another member of Red's team is targeted, the task force races to stop the sophisticated criminal who has been attacking Red and his businesses. Meanwhile, a shocking event sends Tom on the hunt for information about his past.
- 43m
- Directed by Andrew McCarthy
- Written by Taylor Martin
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Melora Hardin Isabella Stone
- Anthony Skordi Stratos Sarantos
- Henri Lubatti Gautier
- Joy Suprano Female MC
- Jean Brassard Etienne Chiras
- Michael Sean McGuinness Richard Game
- Catherine A. Callahan Charlotte Hart
Episode 14The ArchitectAired February 16, 2017
Aram goes under cover as a hacker to find a criminal who designs and executes crimes for a price.
- 43m
- Directed by Christine Gee
- Written by Chat Taylor, Chap Taylor and Dave Metzger
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Annie Heise Elise
- Melora Hardin Isabella Stone
- Jon Freda Caio
- Michael Markiewicz Lonnie Perkins
- Serge Didenko Russian
- Matthew McCurdy Shooter
- Lois Smith Lucy Game
Episode 15The ApothecaryAired February 23, 2017
After being dosed with poison, Red must retrace his steps to discover which of his closest allies has betrayed him, while the task force races against the clock to find an antidote that will save him.
- 43m
- Directed by Michael Caracciolo
- Written by Brian Studler and Marisa Tam
Guest stars
- Brian Stokes Mitchell David Levine
- Afton Williamson Lulu
- Jamie Harrold Asa Hightower
- Daniel Eric Gold Robert Dahle
- Robert Joy Dr. Haverkamp
- Peter Rini FBI Director
- Clark Middleton Glen Carter
- Fisher Stevens Marvin Gerard
Episode 16Dembe ZumaAired April 20, 2017
After weeks of hunting for Dembe, Red and the Task Force finally get a lead on his whereabouts when Aram goes missing. Meanwhile, Dembe takes a calculated risk as Red closes in.
- 43m
- Directed by Jean de Segonzac
- Written by Brandon Margolis and Brandon Sonnier
Guest stars
- Susan Blommaert Mr. Kaplan
- Paola Turbay Dr Sofia Gallup
- Leon Rippy Hunter
- Annie Heise Janet Sutherland
- Sab Shimono Daniel Nakamoto
- Devale Ellis Chuck Shaw
- Clark Middleton Glen Carter
- Danaya Esperanza Isabella Zuma
Episode 17RequiemAired April 20, 2017
Memories of the past set Red on a dangerous collision course with an enemy determined to destroy his criminal empire.
- 43m
- Directed by Terrence O'Hara
- Written by Daniel Cerone
Guest stars
- Charles Baker Grey
- Susan Blommaert Mr. Kaplan
- Jack Topalian Little Nikos
- Joanna Adler Young Kaplan
- Amy Rutberg Annie Kaplan
- William Sadler Sam Milhoan
- Lotte Verbeek Young Katarina Rostova
Episode 18PhilomenaAired April 27, 2017
The Task Force chases an artful bounty hunter employed to target Red's closest associates. Meanwhile, Ressler faces a moral dilemma when he takes on a new assignment with a former colleague.
- 43m
- Directed by Michael W. Watkins
- Written by Peter Noah
Guest stars
- Susan Blommaert Mr. Kaplan
- Enrique Murciano Julian Gale
- Susan Misner Philomena
- Frederick Weller Joe Peracchio
- Clea Lewis Alexa Girard
- John Adams Carl
- Fisher Stevens Marvin Gerard
- Deirdre Lovejoy Cynthia Panabaker
Episode 19Dr. Bogdan KrilovAired May 4, 2017
Red sets the Task Force on the trail of a Blacklister with the tools to manipulate memories, causing Liz to question her own experiences. As Gale intensifies his investigation, Ressler receives a new lead on the disappearance of Justice Department official Reven Wright.
- 43m
- Directed by Donald E. Thorin Jr.
- Written by Jon Bokenkamp, John Eisendrath, Lukas Reiter and Brian Studler
Guest stars
- Susan Blommaert Mr. Kaplan
- Enrique Murciano Julian Gale
- Gloria Reuben Dr. Selma Orchard
- Kenneth Welsh Werner von Hauser
- Gene Gabriel Detective Elijah Bell
- Finnerty Steeves Linda McFaden
- Rade Šerbedžija Dr. Bogdan Krilov
- Christine Lahti Laurel Hitchin
Episode 20The Debt CollectorAired May 11, 2017
When Liz becomes the target of a mercenary known as the Debt Collector, Red turns to an unlikely source for help. Meanwhile, Ressler faces an unexpected complication in his efforts to stay ahead of Agent Gale's investigation.
- 43m
- Directed by Bill Roe
- Written by Daniel Cerone, Lukas Reiter, Jon Bokenkamp and Kim Newton
Guest stars
- Susan Blommaert Mr. Kaplan
- Daniel Davis Baldur Magnusson
- Enrique Murciano Julian Gale
- Wade Williams Edgar / The Debt Collector
- Robert Sedgwick Tyson Pryor
- Daniel Covin Tyler Obermeir
- John Roque Roque
- Fisher Stevens Marvin Gerard
Episode 21Mr. Kaplan (1)Aired May 18, 2017
Red tracks a high-end thief enlisted by Mr. Kaplan for a mysterious assignment. Aram faces a tough decision when agent Gale goes to extreme measures in his investigation into the Task Force's conduct.
- 43m
- Directed by Donald E. Thorin Jr.
- Written by John Eisendrath, Lukas Reiter and J.R. Orci
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Susan Blommaert Mr. Kaplan
- Aldis Hodge Mario Dixon
- Annie Heise Elise
- Brian Dennehy Dominic Wilkinson
- Merik Tadros Salaam
Episode 22Mr. Kaplan: Conclusion (2)Aired May 18, 2017
Red sets a dangerous plan in motion to save himself and the Task Force as Kaplan engages in the final phase of her assault on his criminal empire. With the future of the Task Force in jeopardy, Liz confronts the biggest questions about her past.
- 43m
- Directed by Michael W. Watkins
- Written by Jon Bokenkamp, John Eisendrath, Daniel Knauf and Daniel Cerone
Guest stars
- Ryan Eggold Tom Keen
- Susan Blommaert Mr. Kaplan
- Annie Heise Elise
- Enrique Murciano Julian Gale
- Deirdre Lovejoy Cynthia Panabaker