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{{Infobox television season
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|season_number=4
|starring={{Plainlist|
* [[Javicia Leslie]]
* [[Rachel Skarsten]]
* [[Meagan Tandy]]
* Nicole Kang
* Camrus Johnson
* [[Victoria Cartagena]]
* [[Robin Givens]]
* Nick Creegan
}}
|num_episodes= 10
|network=[[Mob Network]]
|first_aired={{Start date|2025|1|17}}
|last_aired={{End date|2025|3|21}}
|episode_list=List of Batwoman episodes
|image=BW Season 4 Poster 2.png
|caption=Home media cover
|showrunner=Benjamin Knowles}}
The fourth and final season of the American television series ''[[Batwoman (TV series)|Batwoman]]'', which is based on the DC Comics character of the same name, premiered on [[The CW]] on January 17, 2025, with 10 episodes and concluded on March 21, 2025. It is set in the [[Arrowverse]], sharing continuity with the other television series of the universe. The season was produced by Berlanti Productions, Warner Bros. Television, and DC Entertainment, with Benjamin Knowles serving as showrunner.

The season was ordered in November 2023 and production began in July 2024. [[Javicia Leslie]] stars as [[Ryan Wilder / Batwoman]], with principal cast members [[Rachel Skarsten]], [[Meagan Tandy]], [[Nicole Kang]], [[Camrus Johnson]], [[Robin Givens]], [[Victoria Cartagena]], [[Cillian Murphy]], and [[Dougray Scott]], who returns from the first two seasons.

== Episodes ==
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{{Episode list/sublist|Batwoman season 4
 | EpisodeNumber   = 52
 | EpisodeNumber2  = 1
 | Title           = The Ashes of Gotham
 | DirectedBy      = Patrick Reid
 | WrittenBy       = Benjamin Knowles
 | OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2025|1|17}}
 | ProdCode        = 4–01
 | Viewers         = 0.59
 | ShortSummary    = Months after the defeat of [[Marquis Jet]], [[Ryan Wilder]] and [[Sophie Moore]] deepen their relationship as Ryan continues her vigilant work as Batwoman in [[Gotham City]]. [[Luke Fox]] uncovers that [[Dana DeWitt]] was hospitalized by a disfigured attacker later identified as [[Doctor Phosphorus]]. As Ryan struggles to repair her relationship with her mother, [[Jada Jet]], who apologizes for abandoning her, Alice unexpectedly returns from a sanitarium overseas. Downtown Gotham comes under attack by Doctor Phosphorus, prompting Batwoman to intervene. During their confrontation, Phosphorus, revealed to be Alexander Sartorius, shares his tragic transformation after falling into a nuclear reactor during a battle with [[Batman]]. He shocks Ryan by claiming responsibility for Batman’s death before fleeing. Sophie is offered a position at the DOD, where she is tasked with investigating Alexander. Doctor Phosphorus kidnaps Jada and kills her when she refuses to reveal Batwoman’s identity. Meanwhile, Ryan learns from Luke that Doctor Phosphorus is being manipulated by an unknown force.
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{{Episode list/sublist|Batwoman season 4
 | EpisodeNumber   = 53
 | EpisodeNumber2  = 2
 | Title           = The Burning Agenda
 | DirectedBy      = Rabia Nicholson
 | WrittenBy       = Georgiana Valentine
 | OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2025|1|24}}
 | ProdCode        = 4–02
 | Viewers         = 0.61
 | ShortSummary    = Ryan, Sophie, Luke, and [[Mary Hamilton]] attend Jada's funeral, where Ryan forgives her mother for abandoning her. In the days that follow, Ryan struggles to process her grief, but Sophie helps her confront and release her emotions. Mary apologizes to Luke for her recent absence and returns to her medical practice, where she treats victims suffering burns from Doctor Phosphorus’s attacks. Meanwhile, Luke upgrades his Batwing suit to enhance its durability and begins tracking Doctor Phosphorus. [[Jacob Kane]] returns to Gotham to spend time with Mary in honor of [[Catherine Hamilton-Kane]]'s birthday. Doctor Phosphorus strikes again, attacking a local factory and killing everyone inside to steal a Power Core Suppressor. Batwoman confronts him, but she is overpowered, allowing him to escape. Mary and Luke discover a potential substance that could neutralize Doctor Phosphorus’s powers. Sophie and Ryan decide to take a short vacation. Doctor Phosphorus meets with a shadowy figure, demanding guidance on his next move.
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{{Episode list/sublist|Batwoman season 4
 | EpisodeNumber   = 54
 | EpisodeNumber2  = 3
 | Title           = Radiation Rising
 | DirectedBy      = Cleo Rubio
 | WrittenBy       = Homer Gutierrez
 | OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2025|1|31}}
 | ProdCode        = 4–03
 | Viewers         = 0.56
 | ShortSummary    = After returning from their vacation, Ryan is approached by Jacob, who asks for her help in locating and bringing [[Kate Kane]] back home. Meanwhile, a mysterious figure reveals their plan to use a powerful machine to enhance Doctor Phosphorus’s abilities and destroy Gotham, ensuring their dominance over the city. Amid the chaos, a serial killer calling himself "Killer Moth" unleashes a swarm of drones across Gotham, forcing Batwoman to intervene. Following a brief battle, Killer Moth takes his own life, warning that he was acting under orders from a higher power who wants Batwoman dead. Ryan updates the team, and Mary convinces Jacob to focus on helping them take down Gotham's villains instead of pursuing Kate. Alice attempts to apologize to Jacob for her past actions, but he refuses to forgive her and demands she stay away. Doctor Phosphorus strikes again, stealing Promethium, a rare and dangerous nuclear fuel, from a shipment yard. Ryan meets [[Holly Robinson]], who shares knowledge of how to neutralize Promethium. Holly reveals her connection to [[Tobias Whale]], Doctor Phosphorus’s former boss, who fired him when he plotted to kill his wife. Ryan uncovers Tobias's involvement in Gotham’s schemes, leading to his arrest. Holly agrees to join Ryan in the fight to stop Doctor Phosphorus.
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{{Episode list/sublist|Batwoman season 4
 | EpisodeNumber   = 55
 | EpisodeNumber2  = 4
 | Title           = Inferno Rising
 | DirectedBy      = Rebecca Olson
 | WrittenBy       = Bridie Lindsey
 | OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2025|2|7}}
 | ProdCode        = 4–04
 | Viewers         = 0.52
 | ShortSummary    = Luke, as Batwing, investigates a mysterious murder involving a unique poison, but his efforts are complicated when the GCPD pressures him to reveal his identity, which he firmly refuses. Reporting his findings to Ryan, Luke warns that a new killer is active, and they must act quickly. Meanwhile, Holly takes down armed thieves downtown, prompting Ryan to grow concerned over her reckless approach to crime-fighting. Alice murders Marquis and confesses to Mary, pleading for Mary to end her life. Instead, Mary has Alice arrested and sent back to [[Arkham Asylum]]. Jacob reopens an old Crows case and discovers [[Roman Sionis]] was released due to corruption in the system, prompting him to strategize on how to bring Roman to justice. Ryan confronts Holly about her aggressive crime-fighting methods, but Holly dismisses her concerns. Batwing uncovers a keyring with the initials "B.M." during his patrol, but Doctor Phosphorus appears, overpowers him, and steals the keyring before escaping. Alice vows to break out of Arkham, Mary informs Ryan of Marquis’ death, and the team learns of Alice’s role in the crime. The situation escalates as Doctor Phosphorus launches an assault on the GCPD, stealing all the weapons from their armory.
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{{Episode list/sublist|Batwoman season 4
 | EpisodeNumber   = 56
 | EpisodeNumber2  = 5
 | Title           = Under the Mask
 | DirectedBy      = Freddie Goodwin
 | WrittenBy       = Freddie Goodwin
 | OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2025|2|14}}
 | ProdCode        = 4–05
 | Viewers         = 0.81
 | ShortSummary    = [[Kirk Langstrom]], known as "Man-Bat," raids [[Stagg Industries]] and steals a powerful weapon capable of toppling entire buildings. Luke theorizes that Doctor Phosphorus is working for Black Mask and warns the team, prompting their return to [[Wayne Industries]] to regroup. Ryan joins Luke's investigation as Doctor Phosphorus and Man-Bat unleash chaos across Gotham, demanding Batwoman reveal her identity. Batwoman confronts the villains, managing to defeat Man-Bat, but Doctor Phosphorus escapes using advanced technology. Meanwhile, Luke, as Batwing, infiltrates Stagg Industries and discovers a massive machine equipped with the stolen Power Core Suppressor but is forced to retreat when Doctor Phosphorus intervenes. Ryan vows to bring Doctor Phosphorus to justice as Luke shares his findings with the team. A mysterious man assembles a puzzle besides a black mask.
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{{Episode list/sublist|Batwoman season 4
 | EpisodeNumber   = 57
 | EpisodeNumber2  = 6
 | Title           = Radiant Shadows
 | DirectedBy      = Freddie Goodwin
 | WrittenBy       = Freddie Goodwin
 | OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2025|2|21}}
 | ProdCode        = 4–06
 | Viewers         = 0.78
 | ShortSummary    = Doctor Phosphorus begins experiencing dangerous radiation bursts that cause him to blackout, forcing him to coerce Mary into treating him. Mary, suspecting his condition is beyond help, warns that his radiation is incurable, but he refuses to believe it and flees. Concerned, Mary contacts Ryan and informs her of the situation. Doctor Phosphorus publicly broadcasts his ability to control radiation, warning Batwoman that while he could kill her effortlessly, he is under orders to keep her alive. Meanwhile, Roman dons his Black Mask once more and sends his rogues to raid Wayne Industries, taking Mary, Jacob, Sophie, and Luke hostage. Batwoman confronts Roman, disarms him, and learns he has been acting under someone else’s orders. As he attempts to escape, Roman is mysteriously thrown off the building by an unseen force. Batwoman subdues the rogues and frees her team. Back at the Batcave, Ryan suggests they might need to save Doctor Phosphorus rather than stop him, a notion Jacob questions as he speculates about the true cause of Roman’s death. Sophie begins to suspect an even larger threat is looming. The mysterious man smashes a television displaying Roman’s demise, ominously declaring, "time for a new plan."
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{{Episode list/sublist|Batwoman season 4
 | EpisodeNumber   = 58
 | EpisodeNumber2  = 7
 | Title           = The Crime Master
 | DirectedBy      = Freddie Goodwin
 | WrittenBy       = Freddie Goodwin
 | OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2025|2|28}}
 | ProdCode        = 4–07
 | Viewers         = 0.82
 | ShortSummary    = The mysterious man is revealed to be [[Carmine Falcone]], who orchestrated [[Simon Stagg]]’s murder and framed Doctor Phosphorus to manipulate him into servitude. Carmine consolidates his power by corrupting the GCPD, coercing most officers to work for him as he vows to rid Gotham of vigilantes, including Batwoman. Luke uncovers Carmine’s control over Doctor Phosphorus and informs Ryan. Meanwhile, Mary and Sophie share a heartfelt conversation about the escalating dangers Gotham has faced over the past four years. Doctor Phosphorus launches an attack downtown but escapes with Luke’s suit battery after Batwoman and Batwing unsuccessfully attempt to sway him against Carmine. At a factory, Carmine activates a machine he has been constructing, plunging Gotham into darkness by cutting all power. Luke uses his suit’s technology to confirm Carmine’s role in Stagg’s murder. Seeking evidence, Batwoman infiltrates Stagg Industries but is confronted by Carmine, who reveals he knows her true identity and vows to kill her. She narrowly escapes as GCPD forces arrive. Viewing Doctor Phosphorus as a liability, Carmine traps him in containment, tightening his grip on the city as his plans near completion.
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{{Episode list/sublist|Batwoman season 4
 | EpisodeNumber   = 59
 | EpisodeNumber2  = 8
 | Title           = Burnout
 | DirectedBy      = Freddie Goodwin
 | WrittenBy       = Freddie Goodwin
 | OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2025|3|7}}
 | ProdCode        = 4–08
 | Viewers         = 0.81
 | ShortSummary    = After capturing Doctor Phosphorus, Carmine subjects him to intense radiation shocks in an attempt to amplify his powers. However, the procedure backfires, leaving Doctor Phosphorus severely weakened and desperate to escape. A week later, Luke locates Doctor Phosphorus's containment site at Stagg Industries and informs Ryan. As Batwoman and Batwing, they infiltrate the facility, finding Doctor Phosphorus begging for rescue, but he succumbs to his injuries before they can save him. Carmine confronts them, using advanced security technology to disable their efforts, and unmasks Ryan, revealing he learned her identity from Alice. Carmine admits he orchestrated Marquis’s murder by manipulating Alice. He escalates his plans by breaking into Wayne Industries, stealing Poison Ivy’s plant, and experimenting with its components to find the perfect host. Ryan’s attempt to stop him fails, forcing her to warn the team and the GCPD. Meanwhile, Sophie and Holly express concern for Mary’s safety, though Mary reassures them of her resolve. Carmine, now armed with the stolen plant and a collection of [[The Joker|the Joker’s]] deadly gadgets, declares his intent to use them to seize control of Gotham.
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{{Episode list/sublist|Batwoman season 4
 | EpisodeNumber   = 60
 | EpisodeNumber2  = 9
 | Title           = Fallout
 | DirectedBy      = Freddie Goodwin
 | WrittenBy       = Freddie Goodwin
 | OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2025|3|14}}
 | ProdCode        = 4–09
 | Viewers         = 0.83
 | ShortSummary    = Carmine activates the Promethium reactor, triggering widespread destruction across Gotham as buildings collapse into rubble. Simultaneously, he orders his men to hijack a plane headed for Gotham, rigged with explosives. Luke uncovers the plot and links it directly to Carmine. As Batwoman and Batwing confront Carmine, he uses Poison Ivy’s plant properties to launch an assault, delaying their efforts to save the plane. Tragically, the plane crashes into Gotham’s streets, devastating the area. Carmine reveals his initial target was Wayne Industries but opted to target the city instead to demonstrate his dominance before escaping. The heroes search desperately for survivors but find none, leaving Ryan wracked with guilt over the loss of innocent lives. Mary reassures her that her efforts as a hero still matter. Meanwhile, Carmine deploys a robot named "[[Metallo]]" to attack Wayne Industries. After a fierce battle, Batwing disables Metallo and retrieves its power source, advising Ryan to secure it to prevent future misuse. As Gotham reels from the catastrophe, Jacob publicly condemns the attack, expressing hope for Carmine's downfall. From a high vantage point, Carmine surveys the devastated city, reveling in his control as fearful citizens begin kneeling to him.
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{{Episode list/sublist|Batwoman season 4
 | EpisodeNumber   = 61
 | EpisodeNumber2  = 10
 | Title           = Gotham Reforged
 | DirectedBy      = Freddie Goodwin
 | WrittenBy       = Freddie Goodwin
 | OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2025|3|21}}
 | ProdCode        = 4–10
 | Viewers         = 0.92
 | ShortSummary    = In a flashback, Holly strikes a deal with Carmine, agreeing to leave Gotham in exchange for her safety after narrowly surviving his attack. In the present, Holly departs Gotham, apologizing to Ryan, who urges Mary to remain on standby for emergencies and tasks Luke with guiding the public to safety. Meanwhile, Carmine uses Poison Ivy’s plant to launch a devastating assault, capturing Batwing and destroying his suit. Batwoman confronts Carmine in a fierce battle, gaining the upper hand until Ivy’s tendrils penetrate her suit, leaving her unconscious. Determined to end the chaos, Jacob orders Alice’s release and tasks her with stopping Carmine. In a climactic showdown, Alice kills Carmine and requests to return to prison, but she is pardoned for her heroic actions. With Carmine defeated, Ryan mysteriously vanishes after experiencing visions of another Batwoman. One year later, she reappears in [[Central City (Arrowverse)|Central City]], helping [[Barry Allen (Arrowverse)|Barry Allen]] defeat the [[Red Death (Arrowverse)|Red Death]], and reunites with Luke, Mary, and Kate, who has returned from her travels. Kate reveals the truth about Ryan’s visions—there are two versions of her—before departing. Over the next decade, Ryan continues protecting Gotham while collaborating with [[Earth-Prime (Arrowverse)|Earth-Prime]]’s heroes. She and Sophie marry, raise a child, and vow to safeguard the world. Alice redeems herself, adopting the name Beth once again and earning Jacob’s forgiveness, while Kate briefly dons the Batwoman suit before retiring to live peacefully with her family.
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== Cast and characters ==

===Main===
* [[Javicia Leslie]] as [[Ryan Wilder|Ryan Wilder / Batwoman]]
* [[Rachel Skarsten]] as [[Beth Kane (Arrowverse)|Beth Kane / Alice]]
* [[Meagan Tandy]] as [[Sophie Moore (Arrowverse)|Sophie Moore]]
* Nicole Kang as [[Mary Hamilton (Arrowverse)|Mary Hamilton / Poison Mary]]
* Camrus Johnson as [[Luke Fox (Arrowverse)|Luke Fox / Batwing]]
* [[Cillian Murphy]] as [[Doctor Phosphorus|Alexander Sartorius / Doctor Phosphorus]]
* [[Dougray Scott]] as [[Jacob Kane]]

===Recurring===
* [[Donny Lucas]] as the voice of [[Lucius Fox]] A.I.

===Guest===
* [[Robin Givens]] as [[Jezebel Jet|Jada Jet]]
* Nick Creegan as Marquis Jet
* [[Joseph Gordon-Levitt]] as [[Killer Moth]]

== Production ==

=== Development ===
A fourth season was ordered after the series was revived by [[Mob Networks]], which is scheduled to premiere on January 17, 2025.

=== Writing ===
The showrunner for the season Benjamin Knowles has stated that the fourth season of ''Batwoman'' would be shorter and have a similar quality to the third season. He confirmed that the villains: Killer Moth, Doctor Phosphorus, and various other villains would appear in the season. The season will be set in 2022. 

=== Casting ===
[[Javicia Leslie]] reprises her role as [[Ryan Wilder / Batwoman]], [[Meagan Tandy]] as Sophie Moore, [[Camrus Johnson]] as Luke Fox, [[Allison Riley]] as Dana DeWitt, [[Robin Givens]] as Jada Jet, [[Rachel Skarsten]] as Alice, and [[Cillian Murphy]] as Doctor Phosphorus / Alexander Sartorius. [[Dougray Scott]] returns as [[Jacob Kane (Arrowverse)|Jacob Kane]].

=== Filming ===
Filming began production on June 19, 2024, and concluded on November 22.

== Broadcast ==
The season premiered on the [[Mob Network]] on January 17, 2025. The season consisted of 10 episodes and concluded on March 21, 2025.

== Reception ==<!--===Ratings===-->

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