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The Best Episodes of The Bold Type Season 4

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A glimpse into the outrageous lives of Jane, Kat and Sutton, who are working at the nation's top women's magazine, Scarlet, while navigating their careers, identities and individual voices.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 1 - Legends of the Fall Issue
    7.7/10(172 votes)

    #1 - Legends of the Fall Issue

    S4:E1

    Scarlet reels over their new dynamic, forcing everyone to adjust. Jane tries to cope with the changes to Jacqueline’s role at the magazine and joins forces with Kat and Sutton to make it clear how much she means to them. Sutton takes stock of her position at Scarlet, as Richard considers a world outside it. Kat butts heads with RJ Safford over his response to the new direction of the magazine.

    Director:Geary McLeod
    Writer:Neel Shah

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  2. The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 2 - #scarlet
    7.8/10(160 votes)

    #2 - #scarlet

    S4:E2

    Kat is faced with a past regret when she crosses paths with a closeted singer who asked for help coming out. Jane has her first mammogram and spirals into anxiety waiting for the results—and how Ryan fits into it. Sutton and Richard’s long-distance relationship hits a snag, and the trio discovers a secret about one of their coworkers.

    Directors:Geary McLeod, John Newby
    Writer:Wendy Straker Hauser

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  3. The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 3 - Marathon
    7.0/10(164 votes)

    #3 - Marathon

    S4:E3

    Kat goes out of her way to help a transgender runner get into the New York City Marathon, while Jane and Ryan try a different kind of marathon to rebuild their relationship. Sutton starts to feel she’s going backward in her career and looks for a way to improve her value to Scarlet. Jacqueline’s new situation at work leads to tension with her husband.

    Director:Kimberly McCullough
    Writer:Matt McGuinness

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  4. The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 4 - Babes in Toyland
    7.3/10(155 votes)

    #4 - Babes in Toyland

    S4:E4

    Jane volunteers to write a story about a sex club in hopes of proving she is ready for the next step in her career. Kat’s latest crusade to save a female-oriented sex toy company could lead her to begin dating again, while Sutton has doubts about how to kick off her plan to get promoted. Meanwhile, Alex struggles with his new platform at Scarlet.

    Director:Kimberly McCullough
    Writers:Nikita T. Hamilton, Chase Baxter

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  5. The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 5 - Tearing Down the Donut Wall
    7.4/10(144 votes)

    #5 - Tearing Down the Donut Wall

    S4:E5

    Jane’s in-depth look at millennial weddings comes to a screeching halt when she uncovers a secret about Jacqueline. Overwhelmed by her current assignment and against uniforms of all kinds, Sutton decides to focus her energy on helping Carly take on her school uniform policy, without running it by Oliver. Meanwhile, Kat thinks she can handle uncomplicated dating, only to find it’s more complicated than she thought.

    Director:Erica Dunton
    Writer:Sascha Rothchild

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  6. The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 6 - To Peg or Not to Peg
    7.7/10(160 votes)

    #6 - To Peg or Not to Peg

    S4:E6

    Fresh off a wild night with a new fling, Kat considers flipping the script on preconceived gender roles in the bedroom. Jane’s tapped to speak at a wellness seminar, but the appearance of a sudden feminine health problem has her feeling like a fraud. Sutton tries to earn the respect of Richard’s mother while finding sponsors for her Instagram, and Alex challenges his notions about masculinity while dating a high-powered woman.

    Director:Erica Dunton
    Writer:Lara Azzopardi

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  7. The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 7 - The Space Between
    7.5/10(132 votes)

    #7 - The Space Between

    S4:E7

    Kat and Adena need to work together on a Scarlet project, which becomes tense when Adena learns about Kat’s recent romantic relationships. Sutton earns her first solo styling gig, hoping it leads to being a fashion influencer. Jane makes a decision about her health concerning her BRCA-1 status.

    Director:Anne Renton
    Writer:Ashley Skidmore

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  8. The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 8 - Stardust
    7.4/10(136 votes)

    #8 - Stardust

    S4:E8

    Jane is overjoyed when her brother Evan comes to town, and she introduces him to Ryan. Adena turns to Kat for help in dealing with RJ, which causes more trouble between Kat and the board. Richard returns from San Francisco, allowing him and Sutton to dive into wedding plans.

    Director:Anne Renton
    Writer:Lori Lakin Hutcherson

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  9. The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 9 - 5, 6, 7, 8
    8.0/10(139 votes)

    #9 - 5, 6, 7, 8

    S4:E9

    Jane decides to throw Sutton an epic bachelorette party, but the bride can’t quite bring herself to enjoy the festivities. Kat learns surprising info about RJ, which leads her to question the company’s morals. Jane gets career news while facing some devastating personal issues.

    Directors:Victor Nelli, Jr.
    Writers:Celeste Vasquez, Lauren Parks

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  10. The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 10 - Some Kind of Wonderful
    8.3/10(158 votes)

    #10 - Some Kind of Wonderful

    S4:E10

    Sutton and Richard’s wedding day is here, and Sutton is faced with a big decision. Jane tries to celebrate her friends while struggling to process recent discoveries. Kat’s continuing crusade against the board has unexpected and life-altering consequences.

    Directors:Victor Nelli, Jr.
    Writer:Lara Azzopardi

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  11. The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 11 - Leveling Up
    7.8/10(128 votes)

    #11 - Leveling Up

    S4:E11

    Three months after surgery, Jane returns to Scarlet with new editorial duties. Kat faces a hard truth when she's forced to take some responsibility. Sutton goes to bat on her first shoot and gets some shocking news that upends her world.

    Director:Geary McLeod
    Writer:Neel Shah

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  12. The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 12 - Snow Day
    7.5/10(123 votes)

    #12 - Snow Day

    S4:E12

    A blizzard hits New York City, and Kat is trapped at her new job with her nemesis. Sutton struggles to balance her career and relationship. Jane tries to emulate Jacqueline's leadership with her new staff. Oliver comes face to face with his ex.

    Director:Melora Hardin
    Writer:Sascha Rothchild

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  13. The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 13 - Lost
    8.0/10(136 votes)

    #13 - Lost

    S4:E13

    Sutton grapples with her complex reaction towards the massive changes in her life. At Kat's urging, Jane starts dating again. Kat plans her next move as she faces financial insecurity and turns to Alex for help.

    Director:Erin Ehrlich
    Writer:Celeste Vasquez

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  14. The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 14 - The Truth Will Set You Free
    8.0/10(130 votes)

    #14 - The Truth Will Set You Free

    S4:E14

    Jane isn’t comfortable in her post-surgery body, but a visit from her dad may change her outlook. Sutton and Richard make plans for the future. Kat tries to move forward at work with a podcast, but her first episode comes with a price.

    Director:Erin Ehrlich
    Writer:Ashley Skidmore

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  15. The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 15 - Love
    8.2/10(178 votes)

    #15 - Love

    S4:E15

    In five short love stories, Kat, Jane, Sutton, Jacqueline, and Alex confront challenges in their various relationships, bringing newfound understanding of their partners or creating irreparable rifts between them.

    Director:Aprill Winney
    Writer:Wendy Straker Hauser

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  16. The Bold Type Season 4 Episode 16 - Not Far from the Tree
    6.4/10(200 votes)

    #16 - Not Far from the Tree

    S4:E16

    Sutton visits her hometown, but falls into a familiar pattern while there. Jane finds a big story, but it could have serious ramifications for Jacqueline. Kat is reluctant to share her new romance with Jane and Sutton.

    Director:Aprill Winney
    Writers:Neel Shah, Chase Baxter

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Season 4 Ratings Summary

"Legends of the Fall Issue" is the best rated episode of "The Bold Type" season 4. It scored 7.7/10 based on 172 votes. Directed by Geary McLeod and written by Neel Shah, it aired on 1/23/2020. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "#scarlet".