Season Guide
Hell on Wheels Season 4
Season 4 Review
⚠ Spoiler alert Season notes below reveal how the story develops.
Conflict arises between the government and businesses, ranchers, homesteaders and the railroad, as all of those interests compete with one another for control of Cheyenne, Wyoming, the most important railroad hub in 1867. Meanwhile, the Union Pacific Railroad continues its expansion westward, and Bohannon adjusts to being a husband and new father.
Episodes
1
SummarySeason 4 opens with Cullen awaiting the birth of his baby while laboring under the Swede at Fort Smith. Meanwhile, Durant deals with the fallout from a railroad accident.Our TakeMiddle…
2
SummaryCullen challenges the Swede while planning his exit from Fort Smith. Meanwhile, a new adversary arrives and makes his presence felt in Cheyenne.Our TakeA solidly built episode with more hits…
3
Summary Cullen goes back to work on the railroad and butts heads with his new boss. Meanwhile, Durant and Campbell clash over a valuable piece of real estate. Our Take…
4
Summary Cullen faces trouble at home as he takes railroad matters into his own hands. Meanwhile, Campbell makes a move against Durant and Mickey. Our Take This is a middling…
5
SummaryA stranger's arrival stirs up old feelings in Cullen and puts his family at risk. Meanwhile, the Swede faces consequences at Fort Smith.Our TakeMiddle of the road. Watchable, but you'll…
6
SummaryFollowing an attack by a bear, Elam struggles to survive in a Comanche village and find his way back to Cheyenne.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps turning and…
7
Summary Cullen attempts to reconnect with Elam upon his return. Meanwhile, Durant takes matters into his own hands while putting an old problem to rest. Our Take This is a…
8
Summary Cullen makes a decision to ensure his family’s safety. Meanwhile, Campbell hires a new federal marshal to clean up the streets. Our Take This one coasts on setup, spending…
9
SummaryCullen goes head to head with the new marshal in an attempt to free his arrested railroad workers. Meanwhile, Campbell confronts Louise over a story.Our TakeMiddle of the road. Watchable,…
10
Summary An act of terror strikes Cheyenne as Cullen, Durant and Campbell negotiate toward a settlement for policing the streets. Our Take This one is mostly table-setting, with Cullen, Durant,…
11
Summary Cullen and Durant fight to save the life of a criminal. Meanwhile, Louise tries to provide support as Ruth copes with a great loss. Our Take This one's a…
12
Summary Cullen grapples with Ruth’s unexpected decision; Louise jeopardizes her reputation to fight for a story she believes in. Our Take A grim, talky hour that leans hard on fallout…
13
SummaryAs the railroad prepares to leave Cheyenne behind in the Season 4 finale, Cullen returns to Fort Smith to retrieve his family.Our TakeMiddle of the road. Watchable, but you'll forget…