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The Best Episodes of Rizzoli & Isles Season 4

Every episode of Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Rizzoli & Isles Season 4!

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Perhaps their strikingly different personalities make the relationship between detective Jane Rizzoli and medical examiner Maura Isles so effective. Jane, the only female cop in Boston's homicide division, is tough, relentless and rarely lets her

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 1 - We Are Family
    7.7/10(515 votes)

    #1 - We Are Family

    S4:E1

    A community parade turns deadly in a case that brings family tensions and politics to the forefront. Maura, who is dealing with her own family issues, is not quite herself. And a surprise visit from Lt. Col. Casey Jones reveals some shocking news.

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  2. Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 2 - In Over Your Head
    7.6/10(485 votes)

    #2 - In Over Your Head

    S4:E2

    Jane is unhappy when a former colleague returns as the new lieutenant of the drug unit; a tip from Cailin causes Maura to investigate Hope.

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  3. Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 3 - But I Am a Good Girl
    7.4/10(471 votes)

    #3 - But I Am a Good Girl

    S4:E3

    A body is discovered in the church at TJ's christening; Jane almost abuses her power to protect Tommy; Lydia's fiancé threatens to take custody of TJ; budget cuts cause tension at the department.

    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 4 - Killer in High Heels
    8.3/10(521 votes)

    #4 - Killer in High Heels

    S4:E4

    Maura becomes the key suspect in a homicide case when Maura’s date turns up dead – and Maura can’t remember their evening together. As the shocking evidence against Maura piles up, Jane struggles between protecting her best friend and doing her job.

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  5. Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 5 - Dance With the Devil
    8.1/10(490 votes)

    #5 - Dance With the Devil

    S4:E5

    On the first day of Paddy’s murder trial, Maura gains insight into her father from Hope. Korsak opens up about Cavanaugh’s tragic past. And in an unexpected twist, Maura must decide which side she’s on when she and Jane unravel a shocking secret about Paddy and Hope that affects them all.

    Director:Jamie Babbit
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 6 - Somebody's Watching Me
    7.6/10(480 votes)

    #6 - Somebody's Watching Me

    S4:E6

    A viral video of Jane jeopardizes her career and reputation; the squad tries to solve a murder case involving a conspiracy theorist.

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  8. Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 7 - All For One
    7.9/10(501 votes)

    #7 - All For One

    S4:E7

    A popular high school teacher is killed in a hit and run that is clearly no accident. The squad works to solve the case, but Jane is preoccupied with Lt. Martinez’s apparent favoritism towards his own drug unit.

    Director:Paul Holahan

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  9. Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 8 - Cold As Ice
    7.7/10(465 votes)

    #8 - Cold As Ice

    S4:E8

    Frankie Jr. is brought in to help with a gruesome murder case involving a youth hockey league. Frustrated with Hope, Cailin asks to stay with Maura. But Maura quickly learns that living with a teenager requires skills she does not have.

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  10. Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 9 - No One Mourns the Wicked
    7.9/10(491 votes)

    #9 - No One Mourns the Wicked

    S4:E9

    When Jane and Maura are asked to present the case of serial killer Charles Hoyt at a symposium for law enforcement, Jane worries that her greatest challenge will be facing bad memories. However, as she and Maura begin a simulation of investigating Hoyt’s murders, they soon come across a horrifying discovery. In a matter of moments, the team finds themselves drawn into a lethal game of cat and mouse with a new and terrifying serial killer.

    Director:Steve Robin
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 10 - Built for Speed
    7.6/10(478 votes)

    #10 - Built for Speed

    S4:E10

    When a late-night amateur drag race turns deadly, the squad works quickly to solve what turns out to be a particularly dangerous case. As evidence unfolds, Jane suspects that the motive for murder may have been an attempt to conceal drug trafficking. However, when she turns to Lt. Martinez for help he seems to be thwarting her investigation.

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  12. Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 11 - Judge, Jury and Executioner
    7.7/10(456 votes)

    #11 - Judge, Jury and Executioner

    S4:E11

    A mock trial advisor dies during a competition. Meanwhile, Jane is concerned that Angela may be hiding financial issues.

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  13. Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 12 - Partners in Crime
    7.7/10(453 votes)

    #12 - Partners in Crime

    S4:E12

    The squad rushes to solve a violent homicide case muddied by conflicting evidence. Maura is burdened with the major decision of whether to take in her recently paroled grandfather. Meanwhile, Jane and Casey are forced to decide between their careers and their romantic relationship.

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  14. Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 13 - Tears of a Clown
    7.7/10(464 votes)

    #13 - Tears of a Clown

    S4:E13

    A kidnapper dressed as a clown re-emerges after 20 years; Jane's relationship with Casey grows more serious; Maura inadvertently gets in the middle of another relationship.

    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 14 - Just Push Play
    7.3/10(442 votes)

    #14 - Just Push Play

    S4:E14

    A musician is stabbed in a bar; the squad realizes that the stabbing victim had something to hide; Jane's father returns with shocking news.

    Director:Kate Woods
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 15 - Food for Thought
    7.7/10(455 votes)

    #15 - Food for Thought

    S4:E15

    When a food truck chef dies suddenly, all signs point to poisoning; Tommy announces some big plans; Maura's birth mother tries to make amends with her daughter.

    Director:Steve Clancy
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Rizzoli & Isles Season 4 Episode 16 - You're Gonna Miss Me When I'm Gone
    8.0/10(489 votes)

    #16 - You're Gonna Miss Me When I'm Gone

    S4:E16

    A senator's daughter is found murdered; Tommy begins to slip back into old habits; Jane reveals some shocking news.

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Season 4 Ratings Summary

"We Are Family" is the best rated episode of "Rizzoli & Isles" season 4. It scored 7.7/10 based on 515 votes. Directed by Michael Katleman and written by Janet Tamaro, it aired on 6/25/2013. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "In Over Your Head".