8.0/10185 votes#1 - The Dilemma of the Lover's Curse
Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 5/31/2023
Nancy launches a new investigation to find a group of missing bodies from Horseshoe Bay's cemetery that have been dug up and stolen – or have possibly risen. As Nancy is drawn into this ghostly case, a string of unexplained paranormal crimes leads the Drew Crew to believe that the literal sins of the town's past have returned to haunt the living. Meanwhile, Nancy struggles with yearning for Ace, the man she loves. But when a slow-burning attraction begins between Nancy and the son of Ryan Hudson's newest enemy, Nancy must decide whether this love interest is worth the ire of both her father and Ace – whose own heart may be tempted by a new relationship too.
Director: Amanda Row
Writer: N/A
7.8/10156 votes#2 - The Maiden's Rage
Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 6/7/2023
Ace senses that Nancy is holding back and presses her to give him more information about the curse. Meanwhile, Bess is determined to prepare the perfect meal for Addy’s parents, and Nick schedules a brunch date with someone new. Lastly, George’s plan to let Judge Abbot know how grateful she is for the opportunity to be his clerk takes a shocking turn.
Director: S. Lily Hui
Writer: Katie Schwartz, Leilani Terrell
7.8/10156 votes#3 - The Danger of the Hopeful Sigil
Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 6/14/2023
Nancy and Ace share a sweet moment while working together to find a way to break the curse. Meanwhile, Carson and Jean continue growing closer, but a recent conversation leaves him with an unsettled feeling. Lastly, Jesse and Birdie devise a plan to teach the school bully a lesson.
Director: Jem Garrard
Writer: Céline Geiger, Lauren Glover
7.4/10142 votes#4 - The Return of the Killer's Hook
Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 6/21/2023
Nancy runs into an old friend who is in town directing a remake of a horror film called “Longhook,” where strange things are happening on set. She’s hoping that solving a new case will help get her out of her funk, and a worried Ryan offers to help Nancy since he is a self-proclaimed expert on the original version of the film. Meanwhile, Ace helps Bess rehearse for her role as Victim #1 in the movie. Lastly, George and Nick discover that they were both stood up for meetings by councilwoman, Brie, which gives them both an uneasy feeling.
Director: Pascal Verschooris
Writer: Jennifer Vestuto, Melissa Marlette
7.8/10126 votes#5 - The Oracle of the Whispering Remains
Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 6/28/2023
The Drew Crew discover a clue in an unexpected place and call in someone from George’s past to help find answers.
Director: Scott Wolf
Writer: Lisa Bao, Lauriel Harte Marger
7.2/10138 votes#6 - The Web of Yesterdays
Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 7/5/2023
Nancy and the Drew Crew work together to identify a creature. Meanwhile, Bess reaches out to Carson after receiving a cease-and-desist letter. Lastly, Tristan ends up stealing Nancy’s thunder during Career Day at the high school.
Director: Larry Teng
Writer: Alex Taub, Tiffany Patterson
7.9/10135 votes#7 - The Reaping of Hollow Oak
Season 4 Episode 7 - Aired 7/12/2023
Nancy and Ace each show up at Nick’s loft interrupting his brunch date with Jade. Their behavior leads Jade to wonder if Nick might be up to something shady. Meanwhile, Carson and George help Bess prep for her statement.
Director: Adrian Diepold
Writer: Katie Schwartz, Hayley Munoz
8.0/10149 votes#8 - The Crooked Banister
Season 4 Episode 8 - Aired 7/19/2023
Nancy sends a group text to the Drew Crew asking them to meet her at The Claw ASAP. Meanwhile, Ace’s dad tries to get him to open up about Nancy. Lastly, Carson makes plans with Nancy to mark the one-year anniversary of losing her mom.
Director: Larry Teng
Writer: Jennifer Vestuto, Melissa Marlette
7.7/10121 votes#9 - The Memory of the Stolen Soul
Season 4 Episode 9 - Aired 7/26/2023
Nancy and the Drew Crew prepare to battle a Sin Eater.
Director: Robin Givens
Writer: Lisa Bao, Tiffany Patterson
7.4/10132 votes#10 - The Ballad of Lives Foregone
Season 4 Episode 10 - Aired 8/2/2023
Carson and Ryan work together to help Nancy.
Director: Kristin Lehman
Writer: Lauriel Harte Marger, Hayley Munoz
7.1/10126 votes#11 - The Sinner's Sacrifice
Season 4 Episode 11 - Aired 8/9/2023
Ryan shows up just in the nick of time to help Nancy. Meanwhile, Nick is thrown by a statement George makes. Lastly, Bess is left feeling concerned after speaking with Ace.
Director: Melinda Hsu Taylor
Writer: Alex Taub, Leilani Terrell
6.8/10128 votes#12 - The Heartbreak of Truth
Season 4 Episode 12 - Aired 8/16/2023
Nancy and the Drew Crew head out to the graveyard after she receives a mysterious call.
Director: Kristin Lehman
Writer: Céline Geiger
8.1/10150 votes#13 - The Light Between Lives
Season 4 Episode 13 - Aired 8/23/2023
Nancy and the Drew Crew’s mission to save Horseshoe Bay from sins of its past comes to an epic conclusion as they must contend with Nancy’s most shocking discovery yet, one that will determine the fate of her star-crossed love with Ace.
Director: Amanda Row
Writer: Melinda Hsu Taylor, Lauren Glover
The Best Episodes of Nancy Drew Season 4
Every episode of Nancy Drew Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Nancy Drew Season 4!
Nancy Drew makes plans to leave her hometown for college, but finds herself drawn into a supernatural murder mystery instead.
Genres:MysteryDramaSci-Fi & Fantasy
Network:The CW
Season 4 Ratings Summary
"The Dilemma of the Lover's Curse" is the best rated episode of "Nancy Drew" season 4. It scored 8/10 based on 185 votes. Directed by Amanda Row and written by N/A, it aired on 5/31/2023. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "The Maiden's Rage".