The Gilded Age Season 4 premiered on Sunday, November 1, 2026, on HBO and HBO Max, and its eight episodes air weekly on Sundays at 9 p.m. ET through the finale on December 20. The new season picks up after the Season 3 finale, with George and Bertha Russell separated, Agnes van Rhijn plotting to win back her place in society and a very special guest, President Grover Cleveland, on the way. Below are the full episode schedule, the cast, the plot, the trailer and where to watch, including in India.
Last updated on November 2, 2026. For more to watch this month, see our best TV shows in November 2026.
The Gilded Age Season 4 at a Glance
| Question | Answer |
| Premiere date | Sunday, November 1, 2026 |
| Episodes | Eight, released weekly |
| Air time (US) | Sundays at 9 p.m. ET on HBO, streaming on HBO Max |
| Finale date | Sunday, December 20, 2026 |
| Premiere episode | “Ring the Bells”, about 62 minutes |
| Creator | Julian Fellowes |
| Official trailer | Released October 13, 2026 |
| Where to watch | HBO and HBO Max (US), Sky Atlantic and NOW (UK), JioHotstar (India) |
The Gilded Age Season 4 Episode Release Schedule
There are no breaks in the schedule. A new episode arrives every Sunday for eight weeks, so the season ends in the week before Christmas.
| Episode | US air date | Title |
| 1 | Sunday, November 1 | Ring the Bells |
| 2 | Sunday, November 8 | You Won’t Hear Me Beg |
| 3 | Sunday, November 15 | To be announced |
| 4 | Sunday, November 22 | To be announced |
| 5 | Sunday, November 29 | To be announced |
| 6 | Sunday, December 6 | To be announced |
| 7 | Sunday, December 13 | To be announced |
| 8 | Sunday, December 20 | To be announced (season finale) |
Episodes air at 9 p.m. ET on HBO and appear on HBO Max at the same time. Episode 5 lands on the Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend in the US. We will add the remaining episode titles here when HBO shares them.
What Is The Gilded Age Season 4 About?
The show is set in New York in the 1880s and follows two families on opposite sides of society: the old-money van Rhijns and the new-money Russells. Season 4 starts with the cost of Bertha Russell’s rise. Her changes to New York society have consequences for her family, and George Russell has left her, although they are not divorced. He is also dealing with business obstacles, including the arrival of John D. Rockefeller.
Agnes van Rhijn is short of money and wants to get her social standing back, so she plans to host a dinner for President Grover Cleveland. She needs funds from her sister Ada, who will not give her an open-ended commitment. Marian Brook is finding a new path for herself, and Peggy Scott is trying to win over her future in-laws after accepting William Kirkland’s proposal. Gladys is expecting a baby, and the premiere deals with a difficult childbirth.
Before You Watch: What Happened in Season 3
This section recaps the Season 3 finale and has spoilers for that season only.
| Storyline | Where it ended in Season 3 |
| George Russell | He survived an assassination attempt after Dr. William Kirkland saved him. Whoever ordered the shooting has not been identified. George told Bertha he was going back to New York and would not come home until he knew what he wanted. |
| Gladys | She told her family she is pregnant. |
| Marian and Larry | They reconciled, though they are not engaged again. |
| Peggy and William | Peggy accepted William’s marriage proposal, but his mother, Elizabeth Kirkland, does not approve of her. |
The Gilded Age Season 4 Trailer
HBO released the official Season 4 trailer on October 13, 2026, after an earlier teaser. It shows Peggy and William’s engagement tested by their own ambitions, the van Rhijn household preparing for the president’s visit, and Bertha trying to repair her marriage.
The Gilded Age Season 4 Cast
Nearly all of the main cast returns, led by Carrie Coon as Bertha Russell and Christine Baranski as Agnes van Rhijn. Jim Gaffigan joins as President Grover Cleveland, and Dennis Haysbert, Neal Huff and Bonnie Milligan are among the new faces.
Carrie CoonPlays Bertha RussellRETURNING
Christine BaranskiPlays Agnes van RhijnRETURNING
Cynthia NixonPlays AdaRETURNING
Morgan SpectorPlays George RussellRETURNING
Denée BentonPlays Peggy ScottRETURNING
Taissa FarmigaPlays GladysRETURNING
Audra McDonaldPlays Dorothy ScottRETURNING
Phylicia RashadPlays Elizabeth KirklandRETURNING
Jim GaffiganPlays President Grover ClevelandNEW
Dennis HaysbertPlays Dr. Reginald HarrisNEW
New cast members this season
| Actor | Character |
| Jim Gaffigan | President Grover Cleveland |
| Dennis Haysbert | Dr. Reginald Harris |
| Neal Huff | John D. Rockefeller |
| Bonnie Milligan | Mrs. Knapp Curtis |
Returning cast members
| Actor | Character |
| Carrie Coon | Bertha Russell |
| Morgan Spector | George Russell |
| Christine Baranski | Agnes van Rhijn |
| Cynthia Nixon | Ada |
| Louisa Jacobson | Marian Brook |
| Harry Richardson | Larry Russell |
| Taissa Farmiga | Gladys |
| Denée Benton | Peggy Scott |
| Jordan Donica | Dr. William Kirkland |
| Audra McDonald | Dorothy Scott |
| Phylicia Rashad | Elizabeth Kirkland |
| Blake Ritson | Oscar van Rhijn |
| Kelley Curran | Enid Winterton |
| Ben Ahlers | Jack Trotter |
Who Is Making The Gilded Age Season 4?
Julian Fellowes created the series and writes it, with Sonja Warfield also writing and serving as an executive producer. The show comes from HBO and is produced with Universal Television. Fellowes is also the creator of Downton Abbey.
The Gilded Age Seasons So Far
| Season | Year | Episodes | Aired |
| 1 | 2022 | 9 | January 24 to March 21, 2022 |
| 2 | 2023 | 8 | October 29 to December 17, 2023 |
| 3 | 2025 | 8 | June 22 to August 10, 2025 |
| 4 | 2026 | 8 | November 1 to December 20, 2026 |
HBO renewed the show for a fourth season in July 2025. It has not announced a Season 5.
Where to Watch The Gilded Age Season 4
| Country | Where to watch | Starts |
| United States | HBO and HBO Max (also through the HBO Max add-on on Hulu and the HBO Max channel on Prime Video) | Sunday, November 1 |
| India | JioHotstar | Monday, November 2 |
| United Kingdom | Sky Atlantic and NOW | Monday, November 2 |
Episodes are released weekly, so there is no binge option until the season ends. For another big HBO series on the way, see our Harry Potter HBO series guide, and for a fantasy epic arriving on Prime Video this month, see our Rings of Power Season 3 guide.
The Gilded Age Season 4 FAQ
When did The Gilded Age Season 4 come out?
Season 4 premiered on Sunday, November 1, 2026, on HBO and HBO Max.
How many episodes are in The Gilded Age Season 4?
Eight. A new episode arrives every Sunday from November 1 to December 20.
When is The Gilded Age Season 4 finale?
The finale is on Sunday, December 20, 2026.
What time does The Gilded Age come out?
Episodes air at 9 p.m. ET on Sundays on HBO, and they appear on HBO Max at the same time.
Where can I watch The Gilded Age Season 4 in India?
On JioHotstar. The season arrives in India on Monday, November 2, the day after the US premiere, and new episodes follow weekly.
Where can I watch The Gilded Age Season 4 in the UK?
On Sky Atlantic and NOW, starting Monday, November 2.
How long is the Season 4 premiere?
Episode 1, “Ring the Bells”, runs about 62 minutes.
Who plays President Grover Cleveland in The Gilded Age?
Jim Gaffigan plays President Grover Cleveland, whose visit Agnes van Rhijn is preparing for.
Who plays Bertha Russell in The Gilded Age?
Carrie Coon plays Bertha Russell. Morgan Spector plays her husband, George.
When was the Season 4 trailer released?
HBO released the official trailer on October 13, 2026.
Has The Gilded Age been renewed for Season 5?
Not as of November 2, 2026. HBO renewed the show for Season 4 in July 2025 and has not announced a fifth season.
Release dates, cast and plot details are based on HBO’s season announcements and coverage from TV Insider, Reelgood and other outlets. This page is updated every week and when new episode titles are announced.
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