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The Best Episodes of The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4

Every episode of The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4!

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We head to the Garden State for this installment of the “Housewives” franchise, focusing on affluent Jersey girls who are more than just friends. The cast has changed through the seasons but the featured housewives

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 1 - High Tide, Low Blow
    7.6/10(21 votes)

    #1 - High Tide, Low Blow

    S4:E1

    Caroline struggles to repair her friendship with Teresa and receives a diagnosis she feared. Jacqueline's daughter Ashley has spent more time than she should have at home, resulting in an ultimatum.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 2 - Poker Face
    7.5/10(18 votes)

    #2 - Poker Face

    S4:E2

    Ashley has a hard time leaving the nest; Teresa's attempt at an apology turns into a violent brawl; Melissa has a musical surprise for Joe.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 3 - Third Eye Blind
    8.0/10(19 votes)

    #3 - Third Eye Blind

    S4:E3

    It's a gossip filled cruise down the Jersey coast; Jacqueline plays referee between two sisters-in-law.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 4 - Drowning Pool
    7.9/10(19 votes)

    #4 - Drowning Pool

    S4:E4

    Caroline celebrates her anniversary; Kathy hosts a pool party; Teresa and Joe have a blow out; Jacqueline tries to deal with Ashley's new life.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 5 - Spoiled Sports
    7.8/10(18 votes)

    #5 - Spoiled Sports

    S4:E5

    Joe gives Teresa a shocking ultimatum; insecurities are revealed by Lauren when she talks with her dad about her weight loss; Jacqueline hosts a dramatic family field day.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 6 - Uncivil Union
    7.2/10(19 votes)

    #6 - Uncivil Union

    S4:E6

    Jaime announces he will marry Rich; Caroline, Teresa, and Jacqueline come together but Joe makes a joke that goes too far; Kathy and Rosie have a heart-to-heart conversation.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 7 - True Love True Lies
    7.7/10(18 votes)

    #7 - True Love True Lies

    S4:E7

    Caroline finds out what Teresa really thinks of her; Melissa debuts her new song with a party; Joe reaches out to his sister one last time.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 8 - Best Friends For Never
    7.5/10(19 votes)

    #8 - Best Friends For Never

    S4:E8

    Jacqueline's daughter, Ashley, is running out of options; Lauren makes a shocking decision regarding her weight loss; Teresa explores options with her bankruptcy attorney.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 9 - Public Displays of Rejection
    7.7/10(18 votes)

    #9 - Public Displays of Rejection

    S4:E9

    Teresa takes a big step with her brother; Melissa hosts a party for her radio debut; Teresa moves away from Jacqueline and Caroline.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 10 - Temporary Shrinkage
    7.7/10(18 votes)

    #10 - Temporary Shrinkage

    S4:E10

    Kathy tries to find love for her sister at the gay bar; Teresa and her brother, Joe discuss their issues in therapy; Jacqueline and Caroline discuss whether Teresa and her husband are still invited to the Napa trip; Rosie visits Teresa.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 11 - The Sniff Test
    7.8/10(15 votes)

    #11 - The Sniff Test

    S4:E11

    Melissa oversees an overblown birthday bash for her daughter but an awkward meeting between Teresa and Jacqueline takes the cake. Meanwhile, Kathy serves up a meal for her sister's new flame and Caroline's son considers introducing his new girlfriend to his family.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 12 - The Jersey Side Step
    7.8/10(16 votes)

    #12 - The Jersey Side Step

    S4:E12

    A live music festival courts drama; Caroline's family goes to the Fancy Food Festival in Washington, D.C., but plans to sell water there may go awry after a night of drinking.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 13 - Sit Down and Man Up
    7.9/10(17 votes)

    #13 - Sit Down and Man Up

    S4:E13

    Kathy opens a gelato stand in Patterson; Teresa is accused of profiting off her family's recipes; the husbands meet and expose feuds and frail friendships which threaten to jeopardize the Napa trip.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 14 - Pack Your Baggage
    7.9/10(18 votes)

    #14 - Pack Your Baggage

    S4:E14

    The women flee to the California coast to escape Hurricane Irene; tensions between Caroline, Jacqueline and Teresa escalate; Teresa confronts Kathy.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 15 - If this RV is a Rockin'
    8.1/10(19 votes)

    #15 - If this RV is a Rockin'

    S4:E15

    The housewives decide to try surfing; Caroline has family issues; Jacqueline and Teresa try to see if their friendship can survive.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 16 - Whine Country
    7.8/10(20 votes)

    #16 - Whine Country

    S4:E16

    The gang's getaway on the west coast continues with a visit to Napa Valley for a business meeting at a vineyard.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 17 - Hot Tub of Sour Grapes
    7.9/10(23 votes)

    #17 - Hot Tub of Sour Grapes

    S4:E17

    Friendships may be beyond repair when Teresa and Caroline have one last blowout after Caroline overhears a conversation between Teresa and Kathy.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 18 - Dinasty of Denial
    7.5/10(17 votes)

    #18 - Dinasty of Denial

    S4:E18

    New alliances are formed after the trip; Kathy goes to college for a day with her daughter; Teresa invites her ally, Dina, to her Fabellini release party.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 19 - A Bald Canary Sings
    7.5/10(17 votes)

    #19 - A Bald Canary Sings

    S4:E19

    Kathy tries to make a business deal while Melissa meets with a music hot-shot; Kim D's annual Porsche Fashion Show; Teresa makes a shocking discovery.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 20 - Strip Down Memory Lane
    7.7/10(22 votes)

    #20 - Strip Down Memory Lane

    S4:E20

    Melissa prepares to confront her past; a distressing phone call sends Joe Gorga and Rich Wakile to Melissa's rescue; Teresa and Jacqueline's friendship is tested.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 21 - Reunion (1)
    8.4/10(22 votes)

    #21 - Reunion (1)

    S4:E21

    The housewives all join together for the first time in over a year to discuss the events of the past season in Part 1 of the Season 4 Reunion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 22 - Reunion (2)
    8.3/10(20 votes)

    #22 - Reunion (2)

    S4:E22

    The housewives all join together for the first time in over a year to discuss the events of the past season in Part 2 of the Season 4 Reunion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 23 - Reunion (3)
    8.4/10(21 votes)

    #23 - Reunion (3)

    S4:E23

    The housewives all join together for the first time in over a year to discuss the events of the past season in Part 3 of the Season 4 Reunion.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 4 Episode 24 - Lost Footage
    8.2/10(11 votes)

    #24 - Lost Footage

    S4:E24

    The lost footage from Season 4 of The Real Housewives of New Jersey.

    Director:Unknown
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Season 4 Ratings Summary

"High Tide, Low Blow" is the best rated episode of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey" season 4. It scored 7.6/10 based on 21 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/22/2012. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Poker Face".