| Veep | |
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| Season 4 | |
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| Showrunner | Armando Iannucci |
| Starring | |
| No. of episodes | 10 |
| Release | |
| Original network | HBO |
| Original release | April 12 – June 14, 2015 |
| Season chronology | |
The fourth season of the American political comedy television series Veep premiered on April 12, 2015, on HBO in the United States. It consists of ten episodes each running approximately 28 minutes. The season's showrunner and series creator Armando Iannucci exited at the conclusion of the season.[1]
Season four follows Selina Meyer in the role of President after her predecessor steps down to care for his wife. She attempts to pass a landmark bill supporting working mothers while navigating her presidential campaign, overseen by top campaign manager Bill Ericsson, portrayed by Diedrich Bader. Two of her staffers, Amy and Dan, abruptly exit the White House and begin work as lobbyists. Eventually, Selina is forced to choose a new running mate when Andrew Doyle unexpectedly drops out of the role. She chooses Senator Tom James, played by Hugh Laurie, whose popularity and political machinations come to irk her. After a campaign data breach puts her in jeopardy, Selina's team scapegoats Ericsson. The season finale centers on the night of the election, which concludes with an electoral college tie between Selina and her opponent, Senator Bill O'Brien.[2]
The season received critical acclaim and was assigned a 90/100 on Metacritic.[3] It received five Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Comedy Series, the second premium cable series to win the award. Julia Louis-Dreyfus received her fourth Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for Veep, and Tony Hale received his second Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.
- ^ de Moraes, Lisa (April 14, 2015). "'Veep' Viewership Grows In Season 4 Bow". Deadline. Retrieved August 10, 2020.
- ^ Travers, Ben (April 8, 2015). "Review: 'Veep' Season 4 Proves Holding Power Can Be as Hysterical as Craving It". IndieWire. Retrieved August 9, 2020.
- ^ "Veep: Season 4". Metacritic. Retrieved August 9, 2020.