The best episodes of Bates Motel
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- 01
Norman and Norma try to reconnect as they plan for the future. Elsewhere, Romero and Dylan take action to help Norman.
- 02
A special guest checks into the motel; Dylan grapples with devastating news; Sam and Madeleine's marriage reaches a crossroads.
- 03
Norman and Mother come together as trouble looms large; Romero convalesces with the help of an old friend; Dylan comes home.
- 04
Norman's legal problems worsen; Emma tends to family business as Dylan gets caught between his past and his future; and Romero enacts his plan for revenge.
- 05
Norman comes home.
- 06
A Danger to Himself and Others
In the fourth season premiere, Norma searches for Norman; Dylan awaits news on Emma; and Romero gets a surprising proposition.
- 07
Norman tries to piece together Mother's movements; in Seattle, Dylan and Emma confront an ugly truth; Sam's girlfriend, Marion, makes an impulsive decision with far-reaching consequences.
- 08
Mother uses tough love to protect Norman; Sheriff Greene begins a murder investigation; and Dylan gets his brother help.
- 09
Dylan asks Norman to move in with him; Norma warns Emma that some things are best kept to themselves.
- 10
Norma and Norman face off as they suspect each other of horrible actions; Dylan thinks about his future with Emma; and Romero makes a choice that will have a big impact on the Bates family.
- 11
Norman tries to confide in Dr. Edwards, but worries he may reveal too much. Also: Norma hires a craftsman to fix a window and Romero uncovers a crime that threatens his new life.
- 12
Norman digs into his past and confronts some painful truths; Norma tries to hide a secret of her own; and Romero puts his career at risk to help an old friend.
- 13
Norman learns who he can rely on as he attempts to protect his secrets; Romero struggles to find safety.
- 14
Norman helps Chick with a project; Romero makes his move; an apologetic Madeleine reaches out to Norman.
- 15
A chance discovery spurs Norman to return home; Norma dives into new projects with Romero's help; and Dylan searches for Emma's mother, but has troubling results.
- 16
Widow Norma Bates and her shy teenage son, Norman, seek a fresh start in a coastal town filled with secrets; the arrival of an unexpected guest turns the Bates' lives upside down.
- 17
Norman plans a special event for Norma; Romero faces pressure due to his actions; and Dylan considers reaching out to Norman.
- 18
Norman's date doesn't go as planned; Romero's frustrations reach a boiling point; Chick brings Norman a gift.
- 19
Norma hits a breaking point with Norman's issues. Emma has a surprising reaction to seemingly positive news. Romero finally chooses sides, the decision sealing his fate in the town. And Caleb makes a decision that will uproot his new life.
- 20
Norma is torn between Romero and Norman while Norman realizes how much everyone has changed in his absence.
- 21
Norman tries to keep up appearances despite a troubling discovery; Dylan and Emma receive a surprise guest.
- 22
Norma deals with distractions as her suspicions grow about certain town residents.
- 23
Norma returns home to find a great mess waiting for her. Norman agrees to getting some help. And Dylan learns some shocking news about Emma's health.
- 24
Norman goes on an adventure with a new friend; Norma gets a taste of happiness at a festival in White Pine Bay while Romero faces a potentially awkward situation; and Dylan is caught between two families.
- 25
Norma tries to connect with Norman. Meanwhile, Romero turns to a former colleague for help.
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