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The Best Episodes of Brothers and Sisters Season 4

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 18 - Time After Time Part 1
    8.7/10(155 votes)

    S4:E18

    In an effort to get to the root of the secret that William's nemesis, Dennis York, holds over their heads, the Walkers recall their memories, both good and horrifying, of their family's days at Ojai Foods in 1986. Then, as they continue to flashback to their younger days, they finally recall the shocking secret and the shameful cover-up that led to York's power play, and are forced to deal with the remorse of a tragic event. Meanwhile, Nora and Holly take an uncharacteristic trip, a la "Thelma & Louise," to search for answers about Ojai's hidden worth, and Justin and Rebecca finally get their happily ever after.

    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 19 - Time After Time Part 2
    8.6/10(144 votes)

    S4:E19

    In an effort to get to the root of the secret that William's nemesis, Dennis York, holds over their heads, the Walkers recall their memories, both good and horrifying, of their family's days at Ojai Foods in 1986. Then, as they continue to flashback to their younger days, they finally recall the shocking secret and the shameful cover-up that led to York's power play, and are forced to deal with the remorse of a tragic event. Meanwhile, Nora and Holly take an uncharacteristic trip, a la "Thelma & Louise," to search for answers about Ojai's hidden worth, and Justin and Rebecca finally get their happily ever after.

    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 2 - Breaking the News
    8.4/10(142 votes)

    S4:E2

    As Robert worries about news of his recent heart attack leaking to the press, Kitty struggles with an untold secret that will deeply affect their marriage and bring the Walker family together like never before. Meanwhile, Kevin and Scotty discuss the real possibility and challenge of surrogacy.

    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 24 - On the Road Again
    8.4/10(155 votes)

    S4:E24

    As the Walkers try to cope with the sadness and financial ruin that lingers as a result of the closure of Ojai Foods, they discover a small ray of hope in one of William Walker’s many secret investments. Meanwhile, Robert’s health and the safety of his family are compromised when he finds himself in way over his head in a subversive business deal, and newlyweds Justin and Rebecca consider a trial separation.

    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 5 - Last Tango in Pasadena
    8.3/10(143 votes)

    S4:E5

    The Walker family, with the exception of Nora, are surprised by the charms and tango lessongs of Luc Laurent, Sarah's new lover. However, Nora quickly uncovers that her French houseguest is a very good comfort during a very difficult time. Meanwhile, Robert needs to distract Kitty from the cancer, and he uses his most romantic efforts into the situation.

    Director:Bethany Rooney
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 3 - Almost Normal
    8.2/10(129 votes)

    S4:E3

    Kitty, Robert and Nora struggle to accept Kitty's cancer and to come to an agreement on the best possible treatment, but as they prepare to share the news with the entire family, a surprise visitor from afar makes the burden a bit easier to bear.

    Director:Michael Schultz
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 4 - From France With Love
    8.2/10(136 votes)

    S4:E4

    After returning from France, Sarah manages to distract Kitty through her chemo treatments by using tales of her romance with a French artist. Meanwhile, Justin has problems with his anatomy class and seeks his professor for help with surviving the semester with his teenage genius lab partner.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Sarah Goldfinger

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  8. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 20 - If You Bake It, He Will Come
    8.2/10(127 votes)

    S4:E20

    Still reeling from his discovery of Nora’s buried secrets about his childhood, Kevin refuses to attend his own birthday party. Meanwhile Justin, Tommy and Kevin confront Dennis York.

    Director:Bethany Rooney
    Writer:Marjorie David

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  9. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 10 - Nearlyweds
    8.1/10(121 votes)

    S4:E10

    Justin and Rebecca's beachside wedding has the Walker family stunned. Tommy risks everything to have his daughter beside him.

    Director:Laura Innes
    Writer:Michael J. Cinquemani

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  10. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 12 - The Science Fair
    8.1/10(116 votes)

    S4:E12

    A divorced dad at Paige's school piques Sarah's interest, while Justin uncovers the key to his learning challenges. Meanwhile, Nora reunites with her eyes wide open.

    Director:Laura Innes
    Writer:Monica Owusu-Breen

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  11. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 21 - Where There's Smoke...
    8.1/10(118 votes)

    S4:E21

    More than one member of the Walker family suspects she might be pregnant, Nora offers to take her aging mother in when it's discovered she has dementia, and Luc gets an exciting delivery in the mail.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 23 - Lights Out
    8.1/10(124 votes)

    S4:E23

    The Walkers are heartbroken as they prepare to shut the doors of Ojai Foods for good, but new opportunities and secret alliances develop as a result of the family's loss.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 7 - The Wig Party
    8.0/10(130 votes)

    S4:E7

    Kitty is devastated when she must face the aftereffects of her cancer treatment. Meanwhile, Nora makes an unexpected friend; and Scotty's father shares some shocking news about his marriage.

    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:Marjorie David

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  14. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 8 - The Wine Festival
    8.0/10(126 votes)

    S4:E8

    Ojai's newest wine is submitted at a local festival; Justin and Rebecca keep life-changing secrets from themselves; Nora has a crush on a younger man; Sarah and Luc may not be as compatible as they thought they were.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 9 - Pregnant Pause
    8.0/10(124 votes)

    S4:E9

    Rebecca has a secret that could make or break her relationship with Justin; Holly's financial situation worsens; Sarah becomes jealous of Nora's new romance.

    Director:Matthew Rhys
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 11 - A Bone to Pick
    8.0/10(125 votes)

    S4:E11

    Kitty's life is in jeopardy as the Walkers frantically search for a bone marrow donor.

    Director:Chad Lowe
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 13 - Run Baby Run
    8.0/10(115 votes)

    S4:E13

    Sarah has a new romantic interest for the first time since her divorce; Scotty and Kevin await the results of their first try at surrogacy; Kitty and Robert reach another impasse over politics.

    Director:Jonathan Kaplan
    Writer:Marjorie David

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  18. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 15 - A Valued Family
    8.0/10(115 votes)

    S4:E15

    The Walker family shares love and loss on Valentine's Day as Sarah rediscovers the love of her life, Kitty makes a grand but heartfelt entree in to politics with her family and new campaign manager by her side, Justin and Rebecca face the struggles of impending parenthood and Holly makes a tough decision about what to do with her shares of Ojai.

    Director:Michael Schultz
    Writers:Michael J. Cinquemani, Sarah Goldfinger

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  19. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 16 - Leap of Faith
    8.0/10(119 votes)

    S4:E16

    Luc’s visa issues cause monumental problems for Sarah, who not only struggles with her feelings for him, but worries that she might lose him again – this time to another woman. Meanwhile, Rebecca wrestles with Justin and with herself to move on after a huge loss, Kevin discovers breaking up with Robert is hard to do, and Holly thinks she has found the hidden value of Ojai Foods.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 17 - Freeluc.com
    8.0/10(116 votes)

    S4:E17

    Kitty's newfound fame creates havoc for Luc and Sarah, as Luc faces possible deportation. Meanwhile, Nora swallows her pride and reaches out to Tommy to help her save the company from the Walkers' longtime nemesis, Dennis York.

    Director:Bethany Rooney
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 1 - The Road Ahead
    7.9/10(139 votes)

    S4:E1

    Kitty guards a devastating secret that could change the Walker family forever. Meanwhile, Nora and Holly work together to thrown an engagement party for Justin and Rebecca; Tommy remains in Mexico; and Sarah heads to France.

    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:Marjorie David

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  22. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 6 - Zen and the Art of Mole Making
    7.8/10(123 votes)

    S4:E6

    In the throes of chemo, Kitty is thrilled when a surprise visitor comes to town, while Sarah finally realizes that she has to tell her kids about Luc (Gilles Marini as Luc Laurent). Meanwhile, with Ryan and Rebecca’s help, Holly finds a way to keep her financial future from unraveling, and Kevin and Scotty finally agree on a possible surrogate.

    Director:Michael Schultz
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 14 - The Pasadena Primary
    7.8/10(117 votes)

    S4:E14

    Robert and Nora get to work as guest chefs in Scotty's struggling restaurant to boost business, Kitty puts her idea to run for Robert's senate seat up for a Walker family vote, and Sarah reaches a point of frustration with Roy but is quickly rewarded for speaking up.

    Director:Jonathan Kaplan
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Brothers and Sisters Season 4 Episode 22 - Love All
    7.7/10(119 votes)

    S4:E22

    The Walkers seem to all being going through an adjustment period, as Cooper acts out against Sarah while Luc becomes a member of the family, Justin has trouble finding the same passion for medicine that he had while serving in Iraq, and Kevin struggles with his newfound unemployed status.

    Director:Michael Schultz
    Writers:Michael J. Cinquemani, Sarah Goldfinger

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Season 4 Ratings Summary

"Time After Time Part 1" is the best rated episode of "Brothers and Sisters" season 4. It scored 8.7/10 based on 155 votes. Directed by Ken Olin and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/11/2010. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Time After Time Part 2".