Raising Kanan has developed across three seasons into a quietly compelling family drama, a show that explores lesbophobia and fraternal strife as deeply as it does the explosive dynamics of illegal trade. The first two episodes of Season 4 continue this trend, showcasing new depths and shifting alliances among its sprawling ensemble.

In Season 4, while Raq’s relationship with Kanan contains both promise and peril, Kanan’s exploration of where he personally fits into his larger family history broadens the scope of what we’re learning about the character.