The BEST episodes of Game of Thrones season 4

Every episode of Game of Thrones season 4, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Game of Thrones season 4!

Seven noble families fight for control of the mythical land of Westeros. Friction between the houses leads to full-scale war. All while a very ancient evil awakens in the farthest north. Amidst the war, a neglected military order of misfits, the Night's Watch, is all that stands between the realms of men and the icy horrors beyond.

Last Updated: 4/25/2023Network:HBO
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The Lion and the Rose
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8.55
16626 votes

#1 - The Lion and the Rose

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/13/2014

A who’s who of honored guests turns out for Joffrey and Margaery’s wedding in King’s Landing, but the king’s taste in entertainment rubs many of them the wrong way. Meanwhile, Bronn gives a lesson to an unlikely pupil; Bran’s vision helps map out his journey; Stannis loses patience with Davos; and Ramsay takes a perverse delight in his new pet.

Directors: Alex Graves
Watch Now:AmazoniTunes
The Children
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8.49
15698 votes

#2 - The Children

Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 6/15/2014

Circumstances change after an unexpected arrival from north of the Wall. Daenerys must face harsh realities. Bran learns more about his destiny. Tyrion sees the truth about his situation.

Directors: Alex Graves
Watch Now:AmazoniTunes
The Mountain and the Viper
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8.43
15503 votes

#3 - The Mountain and the Viper

Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/1/2014

Unexpected visitors arrive in Mole's Town. Sam questions his decision regarding Gilly. Littlefinger's motives are questioned. Sansa is interrogated by Lord Royce. Arya and The Hound arrive at the Bloody Gate. Ramsay tries to prove himself to his father. Tyrion's fate is decided.

Directors: Alex Graves
Watch Now:AmazoniTunes
The Laws of Gods and Men
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8.33
15905 votes

#4 - The Laws of Gods and Men

Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/11/2014

Tyrion faces his father in the throne room. Stannis and Davos put their faith in a new strategy. Daenerys' sphere of influence expands.

Directors: Alik Sakharov
Writer: Bryan Cogman
Watch Now:AmazoniTunes
The Watchers on the Wall
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8.32
15939 votes

#5 - The Watchers on the Wall

Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 6/8/2014

The Night's Watch attempts to defend Castle Black against Mance Rayder's massive wildling army, who plan to siege the fortress from the north, while a secret garrison of wildlings, including Ygritte, are poised to launch a surprise attack from the south.

Directors: Neil Marshall
Watch Now:AmazoniTunes
Two Swords
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8.22
16495 votes

#6 - Two Swords

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/6/2014

Tyrion welcomes a surprise guest to King’s Landing for the royal wedding, but fears he’s come to the Red Keep for something else. Meanwhile, Jon warns his skeptical Night’s Watch superiors about an impending attack. Jaime struggles to regain his status at home. Arya encounters a face from her past, and Daario Naharis discusses strategy with Daenerys on the journey to the slave city Meereen.

Directors: D. B. Weiss
Watch Now:AmazoniTunes
Mockingbird
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8.22
15153 votes

#7 - Mockingbird

Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/18/2014

Tyrion gains an unlikely ally. Daario asks Daenerys to allow him to do what he does best. Jon's warnings about the vulnerability of the Wall are ignored. Brienne follows a new lead. Arya and The Hound come across Rorge. Sansa discovers Littlefinger's true intentions for The Eyrie.

Directors: Alik Sakharov
Watch Now:AmazoniTunes
Breaker of Chains
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8.17
15412 votes

#8 - Breaker of Chains

Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/20/2014

In the frenzied aftermath of the royal wedding, Tyrion gets a visit from a loyal subject, but wonders if anyone in his family will help him out of his current predicament. Meanwhile, Tywin offers to work for the common good with a presumed enemy. Sam takes stock of the personnel at Castle Black. The Hound gives another life lesson to Arya, and Daenerys makes a decision outside the walls of Meereen.

Directors: Alex Graves
Watch Now:AmazoniTunes
Oathkeeper
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8.02
15189 votes

#9 - Oathkeeper

Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/27/2014

Jon welcomes volunteers. Bran, Jojen, Meera and Hodor seek shelter. Jaime and Brienne discuss his honor. Daenerys balances justice and mercy.

Writer: Bryan Cogman
Watch Now:AmazoniTunes
First of His Name
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7.93
15452 votes

#10 - First of His Name

Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/4/2014

Jon starts a new mission. Cersei and Tywin consider the next move for the Crown. Daenerys makes plans for the future after hearing the latest news from King's Landing. Lord Baelish and Sansa reach their destination.

Watch Now:AmazoniTunes

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