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SummaryThe West Wing provides a glimpse into presidential politics in the nation's capital as it tells the stories of the members of a fictional presidential administration. These interesting characters have humor and dedication that touches the heart while the politics that they discuss touch on everyday life. The first six seasons focused on the admi... Read More

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Created By:Aaron Sorkin

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Season 4

7 Seasons

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Sep 25, 2002

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Episode 1 • Sep 25, 2002 • 89 m

20 Hours in America: Part I

The reelection campaign of President Bartlet is moving quickly - so quickly that after Bartlet finishes a speech in Unionville, Josh Lyman, Toby Ziegler and Donna Moss are accidentally left behind by the motorcade containing C.J. Cregg.

Episode 2 • Sep 25, 2002 • 41 m

20 Hours in America: Part II

At the White House, Leo McGarry and Admiral Fitzwallace become anxious when they learn that the country of Qumar has reopened its investigation into the death of one of its officials.

Episode 3 • Oct 2, 2002 • 43 m

College Kids

Josh and Toby have a plan to make college cheaper. Leo starts talking to a lawyer about the Shareef assassination. A judicial ruling on third-party candidates has troubling implications for the campaign.

Episode 4 • Oct 9, 2002 • 43 m

The Red Mass

Bartlet ponders the potential consequences of ordering a strike force to overtake a barricaded gang of domestic terrorists in Iowa, one of whom is a noncombatant requiring medical attention.

Episode 5 • Oct 16, 2002 • 42 m

Debate Camp

While on a weekend retreat to prepare for the upcoming debates, Bartlet must also deal with an Israeli air attack on Qumar that could cause havoc in the Mideast. Meanwhile, Bartlet's staff recalls the administration's first days in office.

Episode 6 • Oct 30, 2002 • 60 m

Game On

One day before a debate between Bartlet and his Republican rival, Governor Robert Ritchie, even skeptical Toby must admit that Bartlet is ready. After a debate rehearsal, Toby meets with his ex-wife who is advising on the campaign.

Episode 7 • Nov 6, 2002 • 42 m

Election Night

Election Day. Bartlet and staff begin counting exit poll votes across the country. In a conservative California congressional district, the results have important implications for Sam and maverick Democratic campaign manager, Will Bailey.

Episode 8 • Nov 13, 2002 • 42 m

Process Stories

As the White House staffers rejoice after Bartlet's win, the outcome of a bizarre congressional race in a conservative California district provides them with a surprising idea. Toby and his ex-wife confront a difficult decision.

Episode 9 • Nov 20, 2002 • 40 m

Swiss Diplomacy

A 15 year old boy needs a heart and lung transplant. He also happens to be the son of the Iranian Ayatollah who is not a supporter of the Bartlet Administration.

Episode 10 • Nov 27, 2002 • 42 m

Arctic Radar

Women's groups, by default including the majority of the First Family, react passionately as a renowned female fighter pilot is sanctioned for an affair with a junior officer. Meanwhile Sam prepares for his campaign.

Episode 11 • Dec 11, 2002 • 45 m

Holy Night

Toby's estranged father appears in his office a couple of nights before Christmas. Leo and Jed find themselves trying to fix problems as well as their consciences.

Episode 12 • Jan 8, 2003 • 60 m

Guns Not Butter

A fight for Foreign Aid brings the staff together. Meanwhile Danny is uncovering evidence that is making certain members of the administration increasingly uncomfortable.

Episode 13 • Jan 15, 2003 • 41 m

The Long Goodbye

C.J. returns home to Dayton, Ohio, to speak at her high school reunion. Her visit includes an encounter with a rich and handsome classmate and the sobering realization that her father is rapidly deteriorating from Alzheimer's disease.

Episode 14 • Feb 5, 2003 • 42 m

Inauguration: Part 1

It is the day of Bartlet's second inauguration and yet the celebrations stutter as the staff are stunned by a betrayal in their midst.

Episode 15 • Feb 12, 2003 • 43 m

Inauguration: Part 2 - Over There

Will struggles to find the words when the Inauguration speech seems to avoid current heart breaking issues.

Episode 16 • Feb 19, 2003 • 42 m

The California 47th

En route to California to support Sam's troubled campaign for Congress, Bartlet and his staff debate whether or not to announce a controversial tax plan that might damage Sam's chances in conservative Orange County.

Episode 17 • Feb 26, 2003 • 41 m

Red Haven's on Fire

Bartlet waits tensely for the results of a military strike intended to rescue three captive American soldiers in Africa. Meanwhile, Toby tries to help Sam's California congressional campaign, and Josh clashes with Abby.

Episode 18 • Mar 26, 2003 • 41 m

Privateers

Amy is challenged and tormented from all sides in her first day as Chief of Staff to the First Lady. Her first task is to prove that Abbey's relative was a privateer and not a pirate. And a glacier melts!

Episode 19 • Apr 2, 2003 • 41 m

Angel Maintenance

At the end of an 18-hour return trip from Manila, as Air Force One is about to begin its descent into Andrews Air Force Base, a cockpit indicator light leads the crew to believe that the landing gear might not be locked down.

Episode 20 • Apr 23, 2003 • 42 m

Evidence of Things Not Seen

After a gunman fires three shots at the White House, the staff remains on lockdown. Meanwhile, Bartlet negotiates the return of a downed spy plane. Josh interviews a candidate, Joe Quincy (guest star Matthew Perry), for associate counsel.

Episode 21 • Apr 30, 2003 • 42 m

Life on Mars

On his first day on the job, the new deputy counsel uncovers a trail of clues to a scandal that will end one person's career.

Episode 22 • May 7, 2003 • 43 m

Commencement

The assassination of Shareef threatens to become public, the president speaks at Zoe's graduation, and the unthinkable happens.

Episode 23 • May 14, 2003 • 43 m

Twenty Five

In the wake of his daughter's kidnapping, Bartlet must make a decision between being a father and being President.

Martin SheenPresident Josiah Bartlet

Rob LoweSam Seaborn

Allison JanneyC.J. Cregg

John SpencerLeo McGarry

Bradley WhitfordJosh Lyman

Janel MoloneyDonna Moss

Richard SchiffToby Ziegler

Dulé HillCharlie Young

NiCole RobinsonMargaret Hooper, Margaret

Melissa FitzgeraldCarol Fitzpatrick, Carol, White House Staffer

Joshua MalinaWill Bailey

Stockard ChanningAbbey Bartlet

Kim WebsterGinger, Kim

Kris MurphyKatie Witt, Katie, Katie Witt - Santos Reporter #1, Reporter #3, Reporter #4

Timothy Davis-ReedMark O'Donnell, Mark, Mark O'Donnell - Vinick Reporter #2, Reporter #2, Reporter Mark, Vinick Reporter #2

Mary McCormackKate Harper

William DuffyLarry, Congressional Liaison #2, Staffer, Staffer Larry

Peter James SmithEd, Congressional Liaison #1, Staffer Ed

Renée EstevezNancy

Charles NolandReporter Steve, Steve, Reporter #1, Reporter #2, Reporter #2 - Steve, Reporter #3

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20 Hours In America Part I B+. 20 Hours In America Part II A-. College Kids B-. The Red Mass C+. Debate Camp B. Game On A-. Election Night B+. Process Stories B-. Swiss Diplomacy C+. Arctic Radar C+. Holy Night B. Guns Not Butter C+. The Long Goodbye C+. Inauguration Part 1 B-. Inauguration Part 2 Over There B. The California 47th B-. Red Haven's On Fire B-. Privateers C+. Angel Maintenance C+. Evidence Of Things Not Seen B. Life On Mars B+. Commencement A-. Twenty Five A.

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