Tom's flirting with Joan takes a disturbing turn, while Ann strives fruitlessly to make Ron and April enjoy chatting with her. It's hard to argue that Parks and Rec isn't an amazing show, especially since it launched the careers of Chris Pratt and Aziz Ansari. Rashida Jones, Chris Pratt, and Aubrey Plaza also star. But can she balance her political ambition with her forbidden romance with Ben while keeping it a secret from Chris? Saturday night, TV critics and journalists announced the winners of... Track every year-end top-ten list published by major TV critics and... 2011 Television Critic Top Ten Lists [Updated Jan. 11], S4:E20. Ben (Adam Scott) tries to help Tom (Aziz Ansari) balance the books at his new company, while Ann (Rashida Jones) makes a PSA starring Chris (Rob Lowe). Leslie (Amy Poehler) is forced to intervene when Tammy One (guest star Patricia Clarkson) re-enters Ron's (Nick Offerman) life and begins controlling his every move. Andy tries to figure out who pie-faced Jerry a few nights earlier, believing the target to be Leslie. Leslie and Ben finally tell Chris about their relationship, leading to Leslie's trial by the board to see whether she took advantage of him to get ahead. Season 4 22 Episodes. Say Hello to Peacock! Faced with a tough new opponent, Leslie (Amy Poehler) and Ben (Adam Scott) disagree on the content of her first campaign ad. These shows are COMPLETELY different. Extended Cut! Find out what critics are saying about last night's series finale for... Television Critics Announce 2013 Award Winners. Chris Pratt, Aubrey Plaza, Jim O'Heir and Retta also star. Truly a brilliant show. While trying to get an endorsement from the Chief of Police, Leslie (Amy Poehler) and Ben (Adam Scott) awkwardly run into Leslie’s old flame, Dave (guest star Louis C.K.). Season four was the best yet. Rashida Jones and Retta also star. Parks and Rec is WAYYY funnier than The Office, The Big Bang Theory (the worst comedy series ever), 30 Rock, Modern Family and any other show on TV. Ann (Rashida Jones) is forced to dispense medical advice after making an unexpected diagnosis. Elsewhere, Andy and April uniquely lend a helping hand at the conference; Ron goes the extra mile to try and convince a reluctant Tom to return to his government post; and Chris enlists advice from Ann, Donna, and an uneasy Jerry to find out why Millie isn't returning his calls. Sure, Michael Schur has said…, Everything you need to know about and expect during, the most important election of our lifetimes. Meanwhile, Chris (Rob Lowe) takes Ron (Nick Offerman) to his favorite meditation center. I am HUGE fan of The Office (see my username) and I would like to dispel rumors that this is an Office wannabe. 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