The BEST episodes of X-Men: Evolution season 4

Every episode of X-Men: Evolution season 4, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of X-Men: Evolution season 4!

Loosely following the main stories from the original comic, X-Men: Evolution accompanies the lives of six mutants (Cyclops, Jean Grey, Nightcrawler, Shadowcat, Rogue, and a new original character named Spyke) who attend Xavier's Institute for the Gifted, where they ought to learn how to control their powers and use them for good. These teenagers must face a world that both fears and despises them.

Last Updated: 2/25/2025Network: The WBStatus: Ended
Ascension (2)
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9.03
93 votes

#1 - Ascension (2)

Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/25/2003

The X-Men and Brotherhood struggle against the horsemen as Apocalypse’s plan escalates. With time running out, the teams fight desperately to stop him, but the outcome remains uncertain as they face unforeseen challenges.

Directors: Frank Paur
Writer: Greg Johnson
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Ascension (1)
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8.51
92 votes

#2 - Ascension (1)

Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 10/18/2003

Professor X and Storm attempt to communicate with Apocalypse, but their efforts fail. Apocalypse sends out four horsemen to protect his spheres, and the X-Men split into teams to confront them.

Directors: Doug Murphy
Writer: Greg Johnson
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Impact
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8.16
88 votes

#3 - Impact

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/30/2003

Magneto hunts Apocalypse, but the X-Men hesitate. Kurt brings Mystique back from the Brotherhood, leading to a fight. Jean finds Apocalypse, and the X-Men investigate but fail to stop him. Apocalypse defeats Magneto. Rogue learns she can save her mother but shatters the statue, ignoring Kurt’s plea.

Directors: Gary Graham
Writer: Greg Johnson
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Uprising
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7.80
87 votes

#4 - Uprising

Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/27/2003

Spyke, now armored, protects mutants but sparks anti-mutant hysteria. He shields Dorian Leach, who can suppress powers, and the X-Men defeat Duncan. Dorian negates everyone’s abilities, and Duncan is arrested. Meanwhile, Apocalypse creates an indestructible sphere in China.

Directors: Doug Murphy
Writer: Bob Forward
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No Good Deed
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7.80
88 votes

#5 - No Good Deed

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/6/2003

The Brotherhood stages accidents for fame, framing the X-Men. After their arrest, the X-Men help stop a final disaster, with Avalanche preventing the explosion and promising no more heroics.

Directors: Doug Murphy
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Target X
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7.73
90 votes

#6 - Target X

Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/13/2003

Wolverine is kidnapped, but escapes in the forest. X23 returns and teams up with Wolverine to take on Hydra!

Directors: Frank Paur
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Sins of the Son
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7.58
88 votes

#7 - Sins of the Son

Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/20/2003

Xavier’s son, David, is kidnapped by Lucas, who has multiple personalities. Xavier and the X-Men rescue him, and David learns Ian is actually Lucas. Xavier fails to erase Lucas, who disappears. Meanwhile, Kitty and Kurt are too sick for school.

Directors: Gary Graham
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Ghost of a Chance
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7.48
88 votes

#8 - Ghost of a Chance

Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/11/2003

Kitty is saved by Danielle Moonstar, a mutant who joins the institute but causes nightmares for Jean, Kurt, and Kitty during training. When Danielle disappears without a trace, Kitty follows mysterious messages to find her, fearing she might be expelled.

Directors: Gary Graham
Writer: Greg Johnson
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Cajun Spice
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6.40
112 votes

#9 - Cajun Spice

Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/4/2003

Gambit kidnaps Rogue to help her forget her past with Mystique. Wolverine tracks him to Magneto’s base, but Gambit takes Rogue to confront his foster father’s captors. Rogue discovers Gambit’s plan and helps rescue his father. The X-Men arrive, and Gambit decides to leave his old life behind.

Directors: Frank Paur
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