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How to watch 'You': Stream season 4 of the psychological thriller starring Penn Badgley

Penn Badgley as Joe in 'You.'
Penn Badgley returns as Joe Goldberg in season four of "You" on Netflix. Netflix

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  • All 10 episodes of "You" season four are now streaming exclusively on Netflix.
  • The new season finds serial killer Joe Goldberg masquerading as a London university professor.
  • Netflix starts at $7 a month with ads, and ad-free plans start at $10 a month.
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Season four of the hit psychological thriller "You" is now available on Netflix. The first five episodes premiered on February 9, and the second half of the season debuted on March 9.

"You" follows Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgley), a serial killer whose disturbing obsession with women leads to brutal acts of violence. Following shocking twists at the end of season three, season four sees Joe flee to London, where he lives as a university professor under the alias "Jonathan Moore."

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Check out the trailer for 'You' season 4

The Netflix original is adapted from the novel series of the same name by Caroline Kepnes. The fourth book installment, "For You and Only You," will be released in April 2023, shortly after the fourth season of the Netflix series.

"You" stars Penn Badgley ("Gossip Girl") as Joe Goldberg, who takes on various aliases throughout the show. The cast of season four also includes Tati Gabrielle ("The 100"), Lukas Gage ("The White Lotus"), Charlotte Ritchie ("Ghosts"), and Ed Speleers ("Downton Abbey").

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How to watch 'You' season 4

You can watch "You" season four exclusively on Netflix. All 10 episodes of the fourth season are now available to stream. 

If you want to catch up on earlier episodes, the first three seasons of "You" are streaming on Netflix as well. You can also purchase the show's first three seasons through digital retailers like Vudu and Amazon Prime Video

Netflix's Basic plan starts at $7 a month with ads, or $10 a month for ad-free playback. This subscription tier offers 720p streaming on one screen at a time. For 1080p streaming and ad-free playback on two devices, Netflix offers a Standard plan for $15.49 a month. Netflix's Premium plan upgrades you to 4K streaming and four simultaneous streams for $20 a month.

The Netflix app is compatible with most mobile devices, smart TVs, and media players from major brands like Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, and Chromecast. Check out the full list of supported devices on Netflix's website.

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How many episodes will 'You' season 4 have?

"You" season four includes a total of 10 episodes. The season was split into two parts with five episodes in each.

The first five episodes of "You" season four hit Netflix on February 9, and the final five episodes of the season arrived on March 9.

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Has 'You' been renewed for season 5?

As of March 9, Netflix has not renewed "You" for a fifth season. However, since the series is massively popular and another book about the character is still on the way, there are more stories about Joe Goldberg to adapt.

Netflix typically doesn't renew its original series until a few weeks or months after they premiere. Therefore, the decision on more seasons of "You" shouldn't be expected until later this year.

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Is 'You' worth watching?

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Penn Badgley in "You." Netflix

On the review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, "You" has an overall "91% Fresh" rating based on all four seasons. The show's most recent season, season four, has a "92% Fresh" score.

Based on the show's critical acclaim, "You" is worth watching for fans of entertaining psychological thrillers, actor Penn Badgley, crime dramas, and intense horror stories.

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How to watch 'You' securely outside the US

If you're outside the US, you might be in an area that doesn't have streaming access to the latest season of "You." A simple way to watch the show when traveling outside the US is through a virtual private network (VPN). A VPN will ensure you can access your Netflix account and stream "You" no matter where you are, while also creating a more secure connection. 

If you're searching for the best VPN, we recommend ExpressVPN and NordVPN. Both services allow you to access Netflix by connecting to servers within the US. NordVPN plans start at $12 a month, while ExpressVPN starts at $13 a month. You can snag discounts if you sign up for an annual subscription, and both services offer a 30-day money-back guarantee.

ExpressVPN Plan

With its consistent performance, reliable security, and expansive global streaming features, ExpressVPN is the best VPN out there, excelling in every spec and offering many advanced features that makes it exceptional. Better yet, you can save up to 49% and get an extra three months for free today.

NordVPN Plan

NordVPN is one of the top VPN services you can sign up for. And the various pricing plans offer some big discounts to make it an affordable service with a strong selection of servers and security features.

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