As of July 2026, Good Times Season 4 aired in 1976 with 24 episodes — streaming now on Amazon Prime Video. Full episode guide and where to watch below.
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Good Times Season 4

1976 24 Episodes Comedy ⭐ 8/10

Good Times Season 4 is currently streaming on and , and it delivers exactly the kind of comedy that earns a loyal following. A compact run that never overstays its welcome. An 8/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Esther Rolle sets the tone, and the rest of the cast matches it scene for scene. Start it whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Good Times Season 4 is worth clearing space for. The jokes in Good Times Season 4 land because the characters underneath them are worth caring about. Season 4 of Good Times includes 24 episodes. It aired from September 1976 to March 1977. This season stars Esther Rolle, Ja'net DuBois and Jimmie Walker. Esther Rolle and Ja'net DuBois lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 1976. What keeps Good Times Season 4 from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. The hit rate here is high enough that skipping ahead never feels like an option.

Good Times Season 4 is the kind of thing you put on in the background and end up fully watching. It has built its own audience without needing a direct comparison. Short enough to finish in a weekend, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Esther Rolle is funny in a way that holds up on rewatch. Put it on when you need something guaranteed to land.

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🎬 Good Times Season 4 — Episode Guide

E1
The Big Move (1)
1976-09-22
The family is getting ready to move to Mississippi which is where James has gotten a promising new job. However, the family is waiting for the right time to tell Bookman the news. Later, Willona throws a going-away party but the happiness is interrupted by heartbreaking news that James has been ki...
E2
The Big Move (2)
1976-09-29
The death of James has J.J., Thelma and Michael overcome with grief and also leaves them wondering what is wrong with Florida, who hasn't cried once since she found out the news of James' death. During a get-together at the apartment after James' funeral, the kids plan to confront Florida, who is s...
E3
J.J. and the Older Woman
1976-10-06
Thelma invites her favorite teacher to the apartment and while she is there she is fascinated with JJ's artwork. She and JJ soon develop an instant attraction to each other, which disturbs Florida, who can't accept her oldest son carrying on with a woman who is fifteen years older.
E4
Michael the Warlord
1976-10-13
Widespread violence has been running rampant in the neighborhood and a large part of it is due to the street gang, the Warlords. While Florida and some concerned citizens discuss the problem, Michael does his best to conceal a secret from his mother, he himself is a member of the gang.
E5
Michael's Great Romance
1976-10-20
Michael is in love with Yvonne but every time he's around her he freezes. When Yvonne meets J.J. she instantly falls for him thus creating a sibling rivalry between Michael and J.J.
E6
Evans Versus Davis
1976-10-27
Alderman Davis makes a visit to the Evans' household wanting J.J. to speak at his re-election campaign. However, when J.J. refuses, an eviction notice is immediately handed to Florida.
E7
J.J.'s New Career (1)
1976-11-10
After loosing his job, J.J. tries his best to find a job. However, when Bookman serves the Evans' family with an eviction notice due to late rent, J.J. decides to take a job offer from a couple of his shady friends. Meanwhile, Thelma contemplates dropping out of college to get a full time job and ...
E8
J.J.'s New Career (2)
1976-11-17
J.J. is in the money, now that he has a new job working with two friends in a gambling operation. However, little does he know, the gambling business also includes prostitution and drugs. Meanwhile, Florida demands some answers from J.J. and kicks him out when she learns what line of work he is no...
E9
Grandpa's Visit
1976-11-24
Florida and the children are excitedly anticipating the arrival of Grandpa Evans. However, he arrives with a loud companion in tow.
E10
Rich is Better Than Poor . . . Maybe
1976-12-08
Some good luck strikes the family when J.J. wins a lottery. However, the luck doesn't last long, that is until, Thelma's friend Edna shows up with her sister both wielding pistols and demanding the winning money.
E11
Florida's Night Out
1976-12-15
The kids feel Florida has been spending too much time alone and they decide to cancel their plans and spend an evening with her. But Florida surprises them all and goes out with Willona. Willona takes her to a local night spot where they have an exciting evening.
E12
The Judy Cohen Story
1976-12-22
J.J. is managing Michael's singing group and gets them a gig at a local tavern. While there, J.J. comes across Judith Cohen, an act whom he knows will hit it big, given the right exposure.
E13
The Comedian and the Loan Sharks
1977-01-05
J.J. borrows money from a loan shark to back his talented new comedian. However, within days, two thugs come to collect their money, money that J.J. doesn't have.
E14
The Hustle
1977-01-12
Florida's bad mood prompts the kids to go into the underwear selling business in order to raise enough money to send Florida on a vacation to Lake Geneva.
E15
Thelma's African Romance (1)
1977-01-19
The cafeteria at Thelma's college is in disrepair. Thelma and her friends picket the college. She meets Ibe, an African exchange student. They date, and he asks her to move in with him. Thelma is suspended from college because of the picket.
E16
Thelma's African Romance (2)
1977-01-19
Florida hits the roof when Thelma announces her plans of moving in with Ibe. However, things begin moving a little bit too fast when Ibe asks her to marry him and move to Nigeria.
E17
Willona's Surprise
1977-01-26
Willona gets a surprise for her birthday, a visit from her womanizing ex-husband, Ray. Ray does his best at convincing Willona that he's changed and she decides to try to start over with him. However, quickly his old ways surface and he begins making passes at Thelma.
E18
A Friend in Need
1977-02-02
When Florida's away for the weekend, J.J., Thelma and Michael throw a wild party. However, it gets even wilder than they had dreamed of when one of the guests takes an overdose of pills and J.J. has to save his life.
E19
A Stormy Relationship
1977-02-09
Florida is horrified to learn that Michael is harboring atheist attitudes planted by his boss. This leads Florida to confront Michael's boss and get to the bottom of the situation.
E20
Florida and Carl
1977-02-23
A reluctant Florida agrees to go on a date with Carl. However, once at the restaurant, she gets into an argument with him ending with him walking out.

🎭 Cast of Good Times Season 4

Esther Rolle
Esther Rolle
Florida Evans
Ja'net DuBois
Ja'net DuBois
Wilona Woods
Jimmie Walker
Jimmie Walker
James "JJ" Evans
Ralph Carter
Ralph Carter
Michael Evans
Bern Nadette Stanis
Bern Nadette Stanis
Thelma Evans

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