Parks and Recreation

Season 4

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In an attempt to beautify her town — and advance her career — Leslie Knope, a mid-level bureaucrat in the Parks and Recreation Department of Pawnee, Indiana, takes on bureaucrats, cranky neighbors, and single-issue fanatics whose weapons are lawsuits, the jumble of city codes, and the democratic process she loves so much.

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22 Episodes

I'm Leslie Knope
E1
I'm Leslie KnopeLeslie has to break up with Ben to follow her dream of running for office. Ann is forced to dispense medical advice after making an unexpected diagnosis. Meanwhile, Ron prepares for the return of his first ex-wife, Tammy One.
Ron and Tammys
E2
Ron and TammysRon becomes a wimp after he and Tammy 1 get back together and Leslie tries to save him, Ben discovers that Tom's business is hemorrhaging money, and Ann has a frustrating experience shooting a diabetes PSA with Chris.
Born and Raised
E3
Born and RaisedWhile promoting her new book about Pawnee, Leslie falls prey to some "gotcha" journalism. Meanwhile, Ann is determined to bond with Ron and April.
Pawnee Rangers
E4
Pawnee RangersRon takes his boys-only troop of Pawnee Rangers into the wild. Not wanting the girls to feel left out, Leslie also takes her troop of Pawnee Goddesses on an adventure weekend. Meanwhile, a reluctant Ben joins Tom and Donna for a day of relaxation, and Chris spends some time with Jerry.
Meet 'n' Greet
E5
Meet 'n' GreetLeslie's opportunity to stump for votes in the business community is sabotaged by Tom, who wants to promote Entertainment 7Twenty. Meanwhile, Andy and April throw a Halloween party, but don't give Ben advance notice.
End of the World
E6
End of the WorldA cult predicting the end of the world reserves a park, Leslie becomes jealous when another woman takes interest in Ben, Tom throws a huge party for the closing of Entertainment 7Twenty, and Andy and April try to do something stupid.
The Treaty
E7
The TreatyLeslie enlists the help of Ben, Andy and April to host a Model U.N. for Pawnee Central High School. Chris asks Ann for her advice on love when a date cancels on him. Meanwhile, Ron struggles to find a replacement for Tom.
Smallest Park
E8
Smallest ParkLeslie uses her new tourist attraction as a way to spend more time with Ben. Meanwhile, Ron and April encourage Andy to go to college, and Chris tasks Tom and Jerry with revamping the Parks and Rec logo.
The Trial of Leslie Knope
E9
The Trial of Leslie KnopeThings come to a head for Leslie, Ben and Chris.
Citizen Knope
E10
Citizen KnopeUnable to get work done from inside the Parks Department, Leslie forms a citizen action group and fights from the outside. Meanwhile, everyone in the office brainstorms ideas for what to get Leslie for Christmas.
The Comeback Kid
E11
The Comeback KidLeslie enlists everyone's help in staging an attention-getting event. Ben explores a new hobby, while April and Andy adopt a pet.
Campaign Ad
E12
Campaign AdFaced with a tough new opponent, Leslie and Ben disagree on the content of her first campaign ad. Ron is very uncomfortable when Chris tries to befriend him, while Andy and April make a trip to the doctor.
Bowling for Votes
E13
Bowling for VotesFeedback from an organised focus group prompts Leslie to host a bowling party in hopes of gathering support for her campaign. Meanwhile, April, Chris, Donna and Jerry begin cold calling voters while competing to see who can raise the most money.
Operation Ann
E14
Operation AnnIt's Valentine's Day and Leslie decides she needs to find Ann a new man. Ben must enlist Ron's help when he is stumped by Leslie's elaborate Valentine's Day scavenger hunt, and Chris is depressed about the status of his love life.
Dave Returns
E15
Dave ReturnsWhile trying to get an endorsement from the Chief of Police, Leslie and Ben awkwardly run into Leslie's old flame, Dave. Meanwhile, Andy and the rest of the office work on a theme song for Leslie's campaign.
Sweet Sixteen
E16
Sweet SixteenLeslie realizes that the department has forgotten Jerry's birthday and decides to throw a party for him at a special location. Meanwhile, Tom is flabbergasted when he finds out Ann doesn't share his taste in music.
Campaign Shake-Up
E17
Campaign Shake-UpLeslie and Ben are caught off guard when her opponent Bobby Newport hires a powerful campaign manager from Washington. Chris forces Ron to start interviewing replacements for Leslie when work starts falling through the cracks, and an unlikely officemate solves a challenging problem.
Lucky
E18
LuckyLeslie's campaign could be in big trouble when she records a TV interview after a couple of drinks. Meanwhile, April tries to set Chris up with Andy's women's studies professor, but things go unexpectedly.
Live Ammo
E19
Live AmmoLeslie discovers that the Parks Department budget is about to be cut, and she later meets the City Council member she is running to replace. Chris and Ron visit a meditation center.
The Debate
E20
The DebateThe candidates debate on television; Chris, Anne, and Tom act as Leslie's "spin team" for the media. Meanwhile, Ron, April, Donna, and Andy throw a party for Leslie's campaign supporters, but experience a few set backs in the process.
Bus Tour
E21
Bus TourIn this episode, Leslie goes on a bus tour for the final day of her campaign, and is caught off guard when an important person in Pawnee passes away. Meanwhile, Andy susses out a security threat, and Chris finds an unlikely cure for his depression.
Win, Lose, or Draw
E22
Win, Lose, or DrawIt's election day in Pawnee, and Leslie and Bobby Newport are separated by a razor-thin margin. While everyone waits with Leslie for the race to be called, they ponder their futures, and their new opportunities.