The BEST episodes of Gotham season 4

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

The story behind Detective James Gordon's rise to prominence in Gotham City in the years before Batman's arrival.

Last Updated: 8/15/2024Network: FOXStatus: Ended
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A Dark Knight: No Man's Land
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8.09
2113 votes

#1 - A Dark Knight: No Man's Land

Season 4 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/17/2018

Jeremiah warns a skeptical Gordon of more destruction coming Gotham's way, and Gordon is forced to make a potentially devastating decision. Meanwhile, Barbara rallies together a team to secure her position, as alliances in the underworld shift and prove no one can be trusted. Then, Bruce is forced to come to terms with the future.

Directors: Nathan Hope
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A Dark Knight: One Bad Day
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8.04
2126 votes

#2 - A Dark Knight: One Bad Day

Season 4 - Episode 21 - Aired 5/10/2018

As Gotham falls into complete anarchy, a team of unlikely heroes step up to save it. Bullock takes the lead at the GCPD and Bruce's psychological limits are tested as those close to him are put in danger.

Directors: Rob Bailey
Writer: Tze Chun
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A Dark Knight: Queen Takes Knight
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7.92
2627 votes

#3 - A Dark Knight: Queen Takes Knight

Season 4 - Episode 11 - Aired 12/7/2017

Things get complicated for Gordon, Sophia and Penguin when Carmine Falcone comes to town. Alfred tries to get through to Bruce once and for all, while Nygma struggles to gain control over The Riddler persona and Tabitha attempts to make Grundy remember his past. Meanwhile, a familiar smile resurfaces in Gotham.

Directors: Danny Cannon
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A Dark Knight: That's Entertainment
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7.84
2222 votes

#4 - A Dark Knight: That's Entertainment

Season 4 - Episode 18 - Aired 4/12/2018

The Arkham inmates are still running freely in Gotham and they're only getting more difficult to catch. Gordon develops a plan, but reluctantly has to turn to Bruce for help. Meanwhile, Barbara finds out just how far her new friends are willing to go for her.

Directors: Nick Copus
Writer: Danny Cannon
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A Dark Knight: Pax Penguina
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7.84
3636 votes

#5 - A Dark Knight: Pax Penguina

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/21/2017

Gordon fears Jonathan Crane is still alive and back in Gotham, when The Scarecrow's signature MO is used in a series of robberies. Meanwhile, Penguin's "licensing" of crime in the city backfires during the grand opening of his new Iceberg Lounge. Also, in the aftermath of his encounter with Ra's Al Ghul, Bruce begins his vigilante watch.

Directors: Danny Cannon
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A Dark Knight: The Sinking Ship, The Grand Applause
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7.78
2362 votes

#6 - A Dark Knight: The Sinking Ship, The Grand Applause

Season 4 - Episode 15 - Aired 3/22/2018

Bullock and Gordon try to track down someone who is key in Sofia's control over Gotham. Meanwhile, Penguin, Lee and Nygma enlist an unlikely ally as they seek revenge, and Selina asks Bruce for a favor to help rid her of her guilt over Ivy.

Directors: Nick Copus
Writer: Seth Boston
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A Dark Knight: The Blade's Path
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7.77
3087 votes

#7 - A Dark Knight: The Blade's Path

Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/19/2017

Nygma comes face-to-face with Butch Gilzean, but he is not who he used to be. In an attempt to regain power and identity, Nygma decides to put his former partner's skills to the test. Meanwhile, Sofia Falcone takes action to protect her own life by appealing to Penguin's vulnerable side. With the power of the dagger in his possession, Bruce surprises those around him with his bold actions.

Directors: Scott White
Writer: Tze Chun
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A Dark Knight: That Old Corpse
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7.76
2119 votes

#8 - A Dark Knight: That Old Corpse

Season 4 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/3/2018

Chaos erupts at the GCPD, sending Gordon on a wild goose chase for the culprit behind the mass takeover. Meanwhile, a friend of Bruce's becomes paranoid, resulting in rash and destructive behavior.

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A Dark Knight: Mandatory Brunch Meeting
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7.76
2145 votes

#9 - A Dark Knight: Mandatory Brunch Meeting

Season 4 - Episode 17 - Aired 4/5/2018

Gordon and Bullock try to stay one step ahead as Jerome zeroes in on his next target. Meanwhile, Nygma hosts a riddle game show in the Narrows and faces his toughest challenger in Lee Thompkins, and Penguin goes to see Butch with a proposal.

Directors: Maja Vrvilo
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A Dark Knight: To Our Deaths and Beyond
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7.75
2155 votes

#10 - A Dark Knight: To Our Deaths and Beyond

Season 4 - Episode 19 - Aired 4/19/2018

Gordon and Bullock try to figure out who the clever thief is behind the robberies of various bank branches in Gotham. Meanwhile, Barbara is put in danger, forcing Tabitha to recruit help.

Directors: Scott White
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A Dark Knight: A Day in the Narrows
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7.74
2885 votes

#11 - A Dark Knight: A Day in the Narrows

Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/2/2017

With Professor Pyg striking fear throughout Gotham, Gordon and Bullock head into the Narrows to look for clues. Bruce Wayne meets a former friend, Grace, who convinces him to come along for a night out with some old classmates. Meanwhile, Sofia's relationships with Penguin and Gordon continue to evolve.

Directors: John Behring
Writer: Peter Blake
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A Dark Knight: The Fear Reaper
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7.74
3423 votes

#12 - A Dark Knight: The Fear Reaper

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/28/2017

Under pressure to prove that the GCPD is still powerful, Gordon attempts to bring in Jonathan Crane. However, Gordon puts himself in a dangerous situation at Arkham when he is forced to fight off lunatics and the demon within himself. Meanwhile, with Barbara's unexpected return, Selina and Tabitha must consider risks that come with joining her in the weapon business.

Writer: Danny Cannon
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A Dark Knight: Stop Hitting Yourself
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7.74
2764 votes

#13 - A Dark Knight: Stop Hitting Yourself

Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/9/2017

Grundy and Nygma become main attractions at Cherry's Place in The Narrows. Penguin wants revenge when he hears Nygma is mocking him on stage and enlists The Sirens for help. Meanwhile, Gordon is offered the position of GCPD Captain, putting him at odds with Bullock.

Directors: Rob Bailey
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A Dark Knight: One of My Three Soups
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7.73
2297 votes

#14 - A Dark Knight: One of My Three Soups

Season 4 - Episode 16 - Aired 3/29/2018

Arkham's "finest" give Gordon and Bullock a run for their money, as they hatch a plan to escape the asylum. Meanwhile, Bruce devises his own strategy to thwart their plans. Also, Barbara gets an offer she can't refuse.

Directors: Ben McKenzie
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A Dark Knight: They Who Hide Behind Masks
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7.73
3343 votes

#15 - A Dark Knight: They Who Hide Behind Masks

Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/5/2017

Gordon takes matters into his own hands when he travels to Miami in attempts to persuade Carmine Falcone for his help in the fight against Penguin. There, he meets Carmine's daughter, Sofia, who unexpectedly follows Gordon back to Gotham. The battle for Penguin's prized weaponry continues during auction night at the Iceberg Lounge and Bruce's presence puts him on Penguin's radar.

Directors: Mark Tonderai
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A Dark Knight: Things That Go Boom
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7.71
2692 votes

#16 - A Dark Knight: Things That Go Boom

Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/30/2017

Gordon tries to broker a deal with Penguin that involves Sofia. Meanwhile, Alfred tries to pull Bruce out of his teenage-angst and downward spiral, as Lee Thompkins gains more control over the Narrows.

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A Dark Knight: Let Them Eat Pie
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7.71
2749 votes

#17 - A Dark Knight: Let Them Eat Pie

Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/16/2017

Professor Pyg continues to torment Gotham city, involving Jim Gordon whenever possible. Sofia and Penguin get ready for a fundraiser for the orphanage, and things don't go as planned when Professor Pyg shows up as the chef. Meanwhile, Bruce's partying gets in the way of his relationship with Alfred.

Directors: Nathan Hope
Writer: Iturri Sosa
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A Dark Knight: The Demon's Head
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7.69
3247 votes

#18 - A Dark Knight: The Demon's Head

Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/12/2017

Bruce Wayne puts the lives of Gotham Natural History Museum historian Niles Winthrop and his grandson, Alex, in danger in an attempt to uncover the meaning behind his prized knife from the auction. Meanwhile, Ra's Al Ghul proves he'll take deadly measures to achieve what he wants. Also, with Sofia Falcone in town, she is on a mission to win back Gotham from Penguin.

Directors: Kenneth Fink
Writer: Ben McKenzie
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A Dark Knight: Reunion
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7.69
2331 votes

#19 - A Dark Knight: Reunion

Season 4 - Episode 14 - Aired 3/15/2018

Ivy picks her next target, leading Gordon and Lucius back to an old friend, as Selina tries to take matters into her own hands. Sofia wants full control of Gotham and turns to Lee about the state of the Narrows. Meanwhile, Bruce tries to make amends with Alfred, and Nygma visits Arkham.

Writer: Peter Blake
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A Dark Knight: A Beautiful Darkness
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7.68
2416 votes

#20 - A Dark Knight: A Beautiful Darkness

Season 4 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/8/2018

Ivy tracks a secret project on which Wayne Enterprises is working and begins to target anyone that can give her information. Meanwhile, Jerome becomes obsessed with Penguin in Arkham. Also, Gordon begins to second guess his deal with Sofia and an unsettling dream sequence shakes up Bruce.

Directors: John Stephens
Writer: Tze Chun
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A Dark Knight: Pieces of a Broken Mirror
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7.67
2468 votes

#21 - A Dark Knight: Pieces of a Broken Mirror

Season 4 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/1/2018

Gordon is called to the scene after The Toy Maker is hired to assassinate one of Gotham's doctors. Lee Thompkins begins to try to rebuild the Narrows, with Nygma as her partner. Meanwhile, Alfred's new life in the Narrows becomes complicated and Ivy reveals her new persona to Selina.

Writer: Danny Cannon
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A Dark Knight: Hog Day Afternoon
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7.61
2953 votes

#22 - A Dark Knight: Hog Day Afternoon

Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/26/2017

Gordon and Bullock are hot on a serial killer who has been assassinating cops and dressing his victims in the severed heads of pigs as his signature mark. Meanwhile, Sofia tries to win over Penguin, and Thompkins, Nygma and Grundy find themselves an unlikely home at Cherry's place.

Directors: Mark Tonderai
Writer: Kim Newton
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