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The Best Episodes of Nancy Drew Season 4

Every episode of Nancy Drew Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Nancy Drew Season 4!

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Nancy Drew makes plans to leave her hometown for college, but finds herself drawn into a supernatural murder mystery instead.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Nancy Drew Season 4 Episode 13 - The Light Between Lives
    8.2/10(172 votes)

    S4:E13

    Nancy and the Drew Crew’s mission to save Horseshoe Bay from sins of its past comes to an epic conclusion as they must contend with Nancy’s most shocking discovery yet, one that will determine the fate of her star-crossed love with Ace.

    Director:Amanda Row
    Writers:Melinda Hsu Taylor, Lauren Glover

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  2. Nancy Drew Season 4 Episode 1 - The Dilemma of the Lover's Curse
    8.1/10(202 votes)

    S4:E1

    Nancy launches a new investigation to find a group of missing bodies from Horseshoe Bay's cemetery that have been dug up and stolen – or have possibly risen. As Nancy is drawn into this ghostly case, a string of unexplained paranormal crimes leads the Drew Crew to believe that the literal sins of the town's past have returned to haunt the living. Meanwhile, Nancy struggles with yearning for Ace, the man she loves. But when a slow-burning attraction begins between Nancy and the son of Ryan Hudson's newest enemy, Nancy must decide whether this love interest is worth the ire of both her father and Ace – whose own heart may be tempted by a new relationship too.

    Director:Amanda Row
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Nancy Drew Season 4 Episode 8 - The Crooked Banister
    8.1/10(166 votes)

    S4:E8

    Nancy sends a group text to the Drew Crew asking them to meet her at The Claw ASAP. Meanwhile, Ace’s dad tries to get him to open up about Nancy. Lastly, Carson makes plans with Nancy to mark the one-year anniversary of losing her mom.

    Director:Larry Teng
    Writers:Melissa Marlette, Jennifer Vestuto

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  4. Nancy Drew Season 4 Episode 7 - The Reaping of Hollow Oak
    8.0/10(150 votes)

    S4:E7

    Nancy and Ace each show up at Nick’s loft interrupting his brunch date with Jade. Their behavior leads Jade to wonder if Nick might be up to something shady. Meanwhile, Carson and George help Bess prep for her statement.

    Director:Adrian Diepold
    Writers:Katie Schwartz, Hayley Munoz

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  5. Nancy Drew Season 4 Episode 2 - The Maiden's Rage
    7.9/10(176 votes)

    S4:E2

    Ace senses that Nancy is holding back and presses her to give him more information about the curse. Meanwhile, Bess is determined to prepare the perfect meal for Addy’s parents, and Nick schedules a brunch date with someone new. Lastly, George’s plan to let Judge Abbot know how grateful she is for the opportunity to be his clerk takes a shocking turn.

    Director:S. Lily Hui
    Writers:Katie Schwartz, Leilani Terrell

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  6. Nancy Drew Season 4 Episode 3 - The Danger of the Hopeful Sigil
    7.8/10(175 votes)

    S4:E3

    Nancy and Ace share a sweet moment while working together to find a way to break the curse. Meanwhile, Carson and Jean continue growing closer, but a recent conversation leaves him with an unsettled feeling. Lastly, Jesse and Birdie devise a plan to teach the school bully a lesson.

    Director:Jem Garrard
    Writers:Céline Geiger, Lauren Glover

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  7. Nancy Drew Season 4 Episode 5 - The Oracle of the Whispering Remains
    7.8/10(144 votes)

    S4:E5

    The Drew Crew discover a clue in an unexpected place and call in someone from George’s past to help find answers.

    Director:Scott Wolf
    Writers:Lisa Bao, Lauriel Harte Marger

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  8. Nancy Drew Season 4 Episode 9 - The Memory of the Stolen Soul
    7.8/10(137 votes)

    S4:E9

    Nancy and the Drew Crew prepare to battle a Sin Eater.

    Director:Robin Givens
    Writers:Lisa Bao, Tiffany Patterson

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  9. Nancy Drew Season 4 Episode 4 - The Return of the Killer's Hook
    7.4/10(161 votes)

    S4:E4

    Nancy runs into an old friend who is in town directing a remake of a horror film called “Longhook,” where strange things are happening on set. She’s hoping that solving a new case will help get her out of her funk, and a worried Ryan offers to help Nancy since he is a self-proclaimed expert on the original version of the film. Meanwhile, Ace helps Bess rehearse for her role as Victim #1 in the movie. Lastly, George and Nick discover that they were both stood up for meetings by councilwoman, Brie, which gives them both an uneasy feeling.

    Director:Pascal Verschooris
    Writers:Melissa Marlette, Jennifer Vestuto

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  10. Nancy Drew Season 4 Episode 10 - The Ballad of Lives Foregone
    7.4/10(148 votes)

    S4:E10

    Carson and Ryan work together to help Nancy.

    Director:Kristin Lehman
    Writers:Lauriel Harte Marger, Hayley Munoz

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  11. Nancy Drew Season 4 Episode 6 - The Web of Yesterdays
    7.3/10(153 votes)

    S4:E6

    Nancy and the Drew Crew work together to identify a creature. Meanwhile, Bess reaches out to Carson after receiving a cease-and-desist letter. Lastly, Tristan ends up stealing Nancy’s thunder during Career Day at the high school.

    Director:Larry Teng
    Writers:Alex Taub, Tiffany Patterson

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  12. Nancy Drew Season 4 Episode 11 - The Sinner's Sacrifice
    7.1/10(143 votes)

    S4:E11

    Ryan shows up just in the nick of time to help Nancy. Meanwhile, Nick is thrown by a statement George makes. Lastly, Bess is left feeling concerned after speaking with Ace.

    Director:Melinda Hsu Taylor
    Writers:Alex Taub, Leilani Terrell

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  13. Nancy Drew Season 4 Episode 12 - The Heartbreak of Truth
    6.8/10(146 votes)

    S4:E12

    Nancy and the Drew Crew head out to the graveyard after she receives a mysterious call.

    Director:Kristin Lehman
    Writer:Céline Geiger

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Season 4 Ratings Summary

"The Light Between Lives" is the best rated episode of "Nancy Drew" season 4. It scored 8.2/10 based on 172 votes. Directed by Amanda Row and written by Melinda Hsu Taylor, Lauren Glover, it aired on 8/23/2023. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "The Dilemma of the Lover's Curse".