Product Details

• Actors: Kate Walsh, Tim Daly, Taye Diggs
• Format: AC-3, Box set, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
• Language: English (Dolby Digital 5.1)
• Subtitles: Chinese, English, French, Spanish
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
• Number of discs: 1
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Studio: ABC Studios
• DVD Release Date: September 13, 2011
• Run Time: 986 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B003R0MEXQ
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,263 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
• Learn more about "Private Practice: The Complete Fourth Season" on IMDb

Editorial Reviews

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The fourth season of Private Practice lays out its themes in the first episode, as all the main characters stand over the graves of characters who died in season three: new beginnings and second chances (oh, and sex--lots and lots of sex). Violet (Amy Brenneman) and Pete (Tim Daly) announce their impending marriage, which startles Cooper (Paul Adelstein) and Charlotte (KaDee Strickland), who are engaged but have yet to set a date. Addison (Kate Walsh) has started a relationship with Sam (Taye Diggs) but is keeping it under wraps lest it damage her friendship with Naomi (Audra McDonald). And psychiatrist Sheldon (Brian Benben) has become a series regular, along with neurosurgeon Amelia (Caterina Scorsone)--a very good move on the part of the show's producers. Everyone's a little older but still preposterously good-looking. Hot-button topics include gender-reassignment surgery, autism, fertility issues, closeted gay husbands, and much, much more--as ever, Private Practice crams as many dramatic story lines into every episode as possible.

But season four takes a turn away from melodrama with a multi-episode arc in which a major character is sexually assaulted. This event is treated with considerable complexity and nuance, and gives the actress in question a great opportunity to deepen her character, an opportunity she seizes with compelling skill. The repercussions play out through the season, along with a few other story lines (Addison's imperious mother demands that Addison treat her lover's advanced cancer; Violet writes a book revealing her own experience of assault; and Pete wrestles with his brother and mother returning to ask a legally questionable favor). Private Practice continues to meld medical soap opera with a gloss on thorny social issues, but this season feels more mature, and as a result, more satisfying. --Bret Fetzer

Product Description

Experience every complex romance, medical crisis and moral dilemma of ABC's Private Practice: The Complete Fourth Season. Don't miss a moment of TV's sexiest drama, from the creators of Grey's Anatomy. Join the Oceanside Wellness Group family as they try to balance work, friendship and love while they lean on each other for the help and support they need. As Pete and Violet prepare for their wedding day, disagreements at the clinic put a strain on Addison and Sam's relationship. Meanwhile, Charlotte and Cooper struggle in the aftermath of a traumatic personal event, and Derek's sister, Amelia, returns from Seattle with a destructive secret. It's a season of change and new hope for Dr. Addison Montgomery and her colleagues. Relive all 22 captivating episodes in this spectacular 5-disc collection, complete with never-before-seen bonus features. ABC's Private Practice is riveting drama at its best.

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Finally, a GREAT season...! September 1, 2011

By Mohit G.

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Frankly, i watched the first two season of the show because I'm a huge Kate Walsh fan but the season 1 & 2 were nothing special. Season 3 was a step towards improvement and it showed and season 4 is the best season so far. I'll break down each character's storyline:
1) Addison: Addie had an on and off relationship with Sam. She wants a baby but Sam doesn't. Ultimately, she'll have to choose between the two. Addie's mother, Bizzy returns this season and puts her in a position which screws with her head badly. Personally, I thought the Bizzy storyline was well written and realistic. In the finale, Addison got a new love interest in Benjamin Bratt. Season 5 will tell who'll she end up with and will she finally get her wish...a baby.
2) Charlotte and Cooper: Early on this season, Char gets assaulted and raped. This entire storyline was beautifully handled. KaDee Strickland showed her talent and proved herself with this difficult role. Cooper is with Char every step of the way, holding her hand and being a nice boyfriend. Char and Coop finally become true to each other and get married.
3) Sam: He is confused between Naomi and Addison but neither are on the same page as him. He wants to be with Addie but she grows apart and he struggles with the relationship.
4) Naomi: She realizes her responsibilities as a grandmother and inherits millions from her boyfriend William White after his death. Gabriel returns this season and gives Nae an interesting proposition. She also realizes that she ain't happy at the practice anymore and moves to DC with Gabriel and Dell's daughter, Betsey in the finale.
5) Violet: She finally gets married to Pete after some initial hesitation. She writes a book on her traumatic experience with Katie which doesn't go well with the others and Katie, who sues her. The finale left a big question mark about her future, both professional and personal. She really needs to set her priorities straight before it's too late.
6) Pete: He's happily married to Violet till his estranged brother shows up asking him for help for his estranged mother. Pete's family storyline showcases his past nicely. The season cliffhanger this time focuses on Pete as he has a heart stroke in the end. We know he isn't gonna die but it'll be interesting to see what happens.
7) Amelia: It is revealed that Amelia is a recovering substance abuser and struggles with it and that puts her job in jeopardy. She finally rekindles her relationship with Derek.
8) Sheldon: He doesn't do much this season except advising his colleagues. I hope he gets a girl in Season 5 and a real storyline.
On the whole, the season was awesome! Interesting patient storylines as well. You'll be hooked. As a loyal PP fan, I can't wait for season 5. The Season 4 DVD is a must buy!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars I LOVE THIS SHOW August 24, 2011

By P.C.

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FROM ALL THE MEDICAL SHOWS THAT I WATCH (AND THEY ARE A LOT), THIS IS MY
FAVORITE ONE. I LOVE ALL THE ISSUES, DRAMAS AND ROMANTIC SCENES FROM ALL THE
DOCTORS . I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT IF YOU LIKE THIS TYPE OF THEMES.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Show March 11, 2012

By Valena Fields

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