The West Wing Episode Guide

Episode Guide

The West Wing: Season 7 (2002 - 2006)

• Season 7 Episode 22: Tomorrow

  Final-ever episode of the political drama. While preparing to leave the White House for the last time, President Bartlet is joined by his employees to look back on his period in office. Meanwhile, nervous excitement runs through the Santos camp as the team awaits the inauguration ceremony. Starring Martin Sheen, Jimmy Smits, Bradley Whitford, Allison Janney and Richard Schiff

• Season 7 Episode 21: Institutional Memory

  As Bartlet's administration prepares for the transition to Santos's authority, CJ ponders her future, and Will finds himself in a position of uncertainty. Political drama, starring Allison Janney and Joshua Malina

• Season 7 Episode 20: The Last Hurrah

  Santos tries to decide who he would like as his new vice president, and Helen struggles to cope with the problems that come with being a member of the First Family. Meanwhile, Vinick faces up to the fact that he may have to find a new career now the election is over. Jimmy Smits stars

• Season 7 Episode 19: Transition

  The President Elect undermines Bartlet by speaking to the head of authority in China and offering him a different viewpoint. Meanwhile, Josh has a stressful time choosing his deputy chief of staff. Guest starring former regular Rob Lowe

• Season 7 Episode 18: Requiem

  Bartlet's friends and colleagues past and present gather for Leo's funeral and the president takes the opportunity to advise beleaguered Matthew Santos about the contest to become Speaker of the House. Drama, starring Martin Sheen and Jimmy Smits

• Season 7 Episode 17: Election Day - Part Two

  Part two of two. Tensions run high as the votes are counted, and disaster strikes for Santos and Josh when they face the loss of their vice presidential candidate. Meanwhile, Vinick has an argument with his campaign team. Political drama, guest starring Dave Grohl

• Season 7 Episode 16: Election Day - Part One

  As election day finally arrives, the staff eagerly anticipate the outcome. Sam becomes increasingly concerned about the Wilde campaign in Orange County and Toby worries about the effect of Andy's pregnancy on the electorate, while Donna accidentally puts a cross next to Richie's name and is left hoping she can rectify the situation by finding someone to vote-swap with her. Christian Slater guest stars

• Season 7 Episode 15: Welcome to Wherever You Are

  The Santos campaign team decide to get involved with Rock the Vote in their bid for election success, and meet up with a whole host of musical stars. Meanwhile, the Attorney General pressures Toby to reveal the truth about the shuttle leak. Jon Bon Jovi and Janeane Garofalo guest star

• Season 7 Episode 14: Two Weeks Out

  As the election draws nearer, the candidates begin to feel the pressure of what lies ahead. However, things turn ugly when Bruno spots a chance to damage the Santos campaign - leaving Vinick with a tough decision to make. Political drama, starring Alan Alda

• Season 7 Episode 13: The Cold

  The latest opinion polls are released and in the light of the recent nuclear near-disaster, there are surprises all round. Bartlet continues to monitor the peace in central Asia and considers deploying US troops to the area. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen

• Season 7 Episode 12: Duck and Cover

  The White House is thrown into a state of emergency by the threat of an exploding nuclear reactor, which also plunges the presidential campaign into disarray as the candidates struggle to deal with the situation. Meanwhile, Kate monitors the threat of conflict between Russia and China

• Season 7 Episode 11: Internal Displacement

  The Westins visit Washington, but it appears Doug is harbouring a secret from Liz that many of the other senior staff members already know. Meanwhile, CJ attempts to make a deal with the French in a bid to tackle problems in Sudan, and Josh asks for help with the campaign. Steven Eckholdt guest stars

• Season 7 Episode 10: Running Mates

  The vice presidential debate between Leo McGarry and Ray Sullivan looms but Josh remains unconvinced of his candidate's abilities in the public arena. Meanwhile, Santos visits his family in Texas where his brother threatens to cause a stir

• Season 7 Episode 9: The Wedding

  As China and Kazahkstan hover on the verge of war, Santos works on his campaign strategy. Ellie prepares for her wedding, while Abbey greets the guests, but Bartlet is held up by presidential duties. Carol shows up on the scene, and Josh's job is threatened by disgruntled party loyalists

• Season 7 Episode 8: Undecideds

  Lou and Santos campaign for a family's vote but are given a hostile reception, and later discover they had a child who was shot by a Latino police officer. Meanwhile, CJ intervenes in a dispute between China and Kazakhstan

• Season 7 Episode 7: The Debate

  Santos and Vinick go on air for a debate, in a special episode originally broadcast live and unrehearsed in America. Forrest Sawyer is drafted in to raise issues and generally oversee proceedings. Starring Jimmy Smits and Alan Alda as the rival politicians

• Season 7 Episode 6: The Al Smith Dinner

  Vinick faces a dilemma after a pro-life organisation condemns Santos and he is forced to choose between retracting the advert and offending an important pressure group. Will has a tough time on his first day as Toby's replacement dealing with press briefings about the shuttle leak

• Season 7 Episode 5: Here Today

  Kate confronts Charles Frost over the conversation he had with CJ. Meanwhile, everyone else tries to come to terms with the identity of the informer, and Babish's questioning of Toby forces him to seek legal advice. Political drama, starring Mary McCormack and Richard Schiff

• Season 7 Episode 4: Mr Frost

  When his peace plan for the Middle East is jeopardised by the assassination of a Palestinian leader, Bartlet insists on attending the funeral despite concerns over his security. Meanwhile, CJ receives disturbing news from a member of the intelligence community. Drama, starring Martin Sheen and Allison Janney

• Season 7 Episode 3: Message of the Week

  Three weeks into the presidential campaign, Santos pulls off a coup that raises his approval ratings, while Vinick ignores warnings of a possible assassination brought to him by an eager NSA agent. The pair compete to bring each other down as they deliver their messages of the week. Political drama, starring Alan Alda and Jimmy Smits

• Season 7 Episode 2: The Mommy Problem

  A grand jury is convened to investigate the military shuttle leak, and Vinick is in charge of smoothing things over as the campaign's focus switches to national security. Santos, however, is forced to distance himself from events while remaining loyal to the administration. Political drama, starring Alan Alda and Jimmy Smits

• Season 7 Episode 1: The Ticket

  Bartlet continues the press leak investigation to find out how information about the military shuttle became common knowledge. CJ is interviewed by Babish, and Donna asks Josh for a job, while Santos questions his choice of Leo as running mate. Martin Sheen and Bradley Whitford star

The West Wing: Season 6 (2004 - 2005)

• Season 6 Episode 22: 2162 Votes

  Russell, Hoynes and Santos are in the running for presidential nominee at the Democratic Party National Convention. Bartlet has to decide whether to launch the secret defence shuttle to rescue the trapped astronauts. Last in the series

• Season 6 Episode 21: Things Fall Apart

  As a response to the strong challenge of the Republicans Bartlet asks Leo to organise the Democratic National Convention in the hope of bringing stability to the party. Russell puts a proposal to Santos, and the President is troubled by problems in space. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen

• Season 6 Episode 20: In God We Trust

  Bruno Gianelli advises Senator Vinick about how to ensure he is successful in the forthcoming election and get his religious views across to voters. Bartlet devises a scheme to tackle the issue of the minimum wage. Political drama, starring Alan Alda and Ron Silver

• Season 6 Episode 19: Ninety Miles Away

  Rumours concerning Fidel Castro's deteriorating health cause the President to reconsider the economic sanctions that America has imposed on Cuba. CJ makes subtle enquiries into Harper's past, while Charlie is troubled by a termite problem. Drama about the US President and his aides, starring Martin Sheen

• Season 6 Episode 18: La Palabra

  Josh urges Santos to implement a new strategy in a bid to reverse his fortunes as he takes his campaign to California. Donna sees her responsibilities increase when she is made the vice president's official spokesperson. Political drama, starring Bradley Whitford and Janel Moloney

• Season 6 Episode 17: A Good Day

  Bartlet encounters the economist with whom he split the Nobel prize. A group of youngsters attempt to persuade Toby they should have the right to vote, and Kate tries to iron out a border dispute with Canada. Martin Sheen and Richard Schiff star

• Season 6 Episode 16: Drought Conditions

  New presidential candidate Senator Rafferty wins support from the media with her health care proposals, but Josh senses that all is not right. CJ is troubled by a bill to combat drought conditions in the western states, and Charlie tells Kate she has an admirer. Political drama, starring Bradley Whitford and Allison Janney

• Season 6 Episode 15: Freedonia

  After Josh fails to find a way of getting Santos into the crucial front-runners' debate, the pair decide to stage their own discussion. When Amy Gardner agrees to help with preparations for the event, the campaign manager's disagreements with his candidate over the running of their bid come to a head. Political drama, starring Bradley Whitford, Jimmy Smits and Mary-Louise Parker

• Season 6 Episode 14: The Wake Up Call

  Iranian forces shoot down an aircraft from the UK, killing 100 people and prompting the British Prime Minister to threaten a retaliatory bombing attack on the country's nuclear reactor sites. Toby and a visiting law professor field questions from a foreign delegation drawing up a new constitution for Belarus

• Season 6 Episode 13: King Corn

  The presidential candidates visit Iowa to speak before the corn growers' association - but both are given strict guidelines on what they can and cannot say, particularly regarding the issue of subsidies. Alan Alda and Jimmy Smits star

• Season 6 Episode 12: 365 Days

  Charlie tries to come up with a plan that will persuade members of Congress to support funding for the Earned Income Tax Credit. Kate and CJ deal with emergencies in Bolivia and North Korea, Toby asks Annabeth for advice and Bartlet looks to have recovered most of his strength after his recent bout of MS

• Season 6 Episode 11: Opposition Research

  Josh has an uncomfortable reunion with Donna, and disagrees with Santos about the best way to proceed with the newly launched presidential campaign. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Bradley Whitford

• Season 6 Episode 10: Faith-Based Initiative

  A senator dares the president to veto a bill banning gay marriage and rumours about CJ's sexual orientation spread across the Internet. Donna visits New Hampshire to begin Russell's election campaign, while Santos asks Josh to leave the White House to head the political team. Drama, starring Martin Sheen, Allison Janney and Janel Moloney

• Season 6 Episode 9: Impact Winter

  Bartlet's illness causes problems for CJ, Kate and Toby, who try to minimise the impact it will have on the China summit. The team also monitors an asteroid heading for Earth, and Josh makes a decision about who to support in the presidential election

• Season 6 Episode 8: In the Room

  Penn and Teller create a media frenzy after providing the entertainment at Zoey's White House birthday party. Russell asks Josh to run his campaign when Baker drops out of the race and Bartlet has an MS relapse which leaves him partially paralysed. Alan Alda guest stars

• Season 6 Episode 7: A Change Is Gonna Come

  Hoynes declares his intention to run for president as Bartlett's health deteriorates, and asks Josh to join the campaign. A vital summit with the Chinese is jeopardised when the President accidentally accepts the wrong flag at a public function, and Bob Russell attempts to hijack a photo opportunity for his own ends

• Season 6 Episode 6: The Dover Test

  The peace mission suffers its first American casualty and Leo struggles to regain his health, contemplating a post-recovery job offer in the private sector. Meanwhile, Donna is besieged by the Press for interviews. Drama, starring Martin Sheen, John Spencer and Janel Moloney

• Season 6 Episode 5: The Hubbert Peak

  Josh test-drives a large SUV - but when he crashes it into an eco-friendly hybrid car, there's bad publicity for the White House. Toby is worried by the seeming naivety of new press secretary Annabeth Schott, fearing she may not stand up under pressure from the media's probing questions. Zoey hosts a surprise graduation party for Charlie - and agrees to go out to dinner with him later. Drama, starring Bradley Whitford

• Season 6 Episode 4: Liftoff

  CJ's first day in her new position proves difficult, but Margaret and Charlie become invaluable allies. Josh tries to dissuade Matthew from dropping out of the election, and Toby's unimpressive performance in the briefing room makes the search for a new Press secretary top priority. Allison Janney and Bradley Whitford star

• Season 6 Episode 3: Third-Day Story

  Leo suffers a heart attack and is rushed to hospital to undergo bypass surgery and CJ liaises with the state department in a bid to win approval for the peace accord. Meanwhile, Donna returns to work and Charlie faces a dilemma about completing his degree. Drama, starring Martin Sheen and John Spencer

• Season 6 Episode 2: The Birnam Wood

  The President orders a strike on the terrorist training camp as he continues to negotiate the peace settlement between the Israelis and Palestinians - but realises he and Leo will never agree about the terms. Meanwhile, Josh arrives back from his trip to Germany, and expresses concern for the chief of staff's health - which turns out to be well founded. Starring Martin Sheen, with John Spencer and Bradley Whitford

• Season 6 Episode 1: NSF Thurmont

  Colin questions Josh about his relationship with Donna as she recovers from her operation. Leo clashes with the President over how to handle the Gaza attack, while Kate provides the opportunity for a Camp David summit aimed at resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Guest starring Jason Isaacs and Armin Mueller-Stahl

The West Wing: Season 5 (2003 - 2004)

• Season 5 Episode 22: Memorial Day

  Jed weighs up his options as Israeli and Palestinian forces face off against each other. Kate and Leo clash over some advice she has given and Donna's life is threatened when she develops a pulmonary embolism. Meanwhile, Josh assumes a diplomatic role after he is approached to settle a dispute. Last in series of the drama, starring Martin Sheen, Janel Moloney and Mary McCormack

• Season 5 Episode 21: Gaza

  Donna is sent on a fact-finding mission to Gaza, where she is injured in a terrorist attack that leaves three others dead. As she remembers her earlier encounters with the British photojournalist who first opened her eyes to the reality of the conflict, the President faces the political dilemma of deciding how the US should respond. Jason Isaacs guest stars

• Season 5 Episode 20: No Exit

  An airborne contamination alert locks down the West Wing, forcing staff to stay put until the all-clear is sounded. CJ tells Donna some things she'd rather not hear about Josh and her career prospects, while Leo confronts Abbey about the dangers of her recent coping mechanisms. Drama, starring Martin Sheen, Lily Tomlin and Allison Janney

• Season 5 Episode 19: Talking Points

  Josh is troubled to realise he has created the opportunity for a computer company to move 17,000 jobs to India, and Donna lobbies for more responsibilities. Jed asks Fitz to come out of retirement to accompany a delegation to the Middle East

• Season 5 Episode 18: Access

  A documentary film crew tags along with C.J. on a typical day in the life of a White House press secretary, then a crisis erupts involving a terrorist shootout with the FBI.

• Season 5 Episode 17: The Supremes

  Toby and Andy don't see eye-to-eye over a fact-finding trip to the Middle East, Jed and the staff vet potential Supreme Court appointees, and Donna's parents help resolve the problems arising from the judicial confirmation process. Glenn Close guest stars, with Martin Sheen and Richard Schiff

• Season 5 Episode 16: Eppur Si Muove

  A Republican Congresswoman attempts to discredit Jed, Josh encourages an old friend to be patient with the Sixth Circuit judicial nomination process, and CJ completely misreads Ben's intentions. Donna tracks down Ryan, and Abbey is set up to do a public service announcement with the Muppets. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen, Lily Tomlin and Allison Janney

• Season 5 Episode 15: Full Disclosure

  Hoynes decides to improve his image in a bid for the presidency. The mayor finds an ally in Charlie as he tries to persuade Jed to sign a controversial bill and Ryan astonishes Josh with a little sleight of hand to break a stalemate in the staff's meeting with the Base Closing Commission. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen, Tim Matheson and James Pickens Jnr

• Season 5 Episode 14: An Khe

  Navy Seals attempt to rescue a plane shot down in North Korean waters, and the man who saved Leo's life in Vietnam becomes the subject of a congressional investigation. CJ appears on the Taylor Reid Show, Josh is annoyed when the intern one-ups him during a presidential briefing and Jed resists sitting for his official portrait. Meanwhile, Abbey decides to get back into medicine by volunteering at a free clinic. Drama, starring Martin Sheen, Allison Janney and John Spencer

• Season 5 Episode 13: The Warfare of Genghis Khan

  Bartlet pulls out all the stops to discover which country now has the atomic bomb after a secret nuclear detonation is detected. All evidence points to Iran, and the President gives the order to attack their military targets J is humiliated by an argumentative talk-show host and Will lets an indiscreet comment about Vice President Russell slip. Jay Mohr guest stars

• Season 5 Episode 12: Slow News Day

  On a slow news day, Josh and the President devise a plan to rescue Toby's deal from certain disaster after a persistent reporter fishes for a scoop. Rina finds a friend in Donna, and CJ meets with an attache to discuss cabbage imports. Drama, starring Martin Sheen, Bradley Whitford and Janel Moloney

• Season 5 Episode 11: The Benign Prerogative

  Bartlet prepares his State of the Union speech, then comes under pressure from wife Abbey to pardon a Native American tribal leader accused of murder. Toby hires a new assistant, and Charlie's eye is caught by an attractive journalist - but what is she hiding? Marlee Matlin guest stars

• Season 5 Episode 10: The Stormy Present

  Bartlet attends the funeral of a former president, along with two of his predecessors. The flight out offers them the chance to chew over their mistakes, and ponder their impact on the current crises facing Jed. Leo learns his ex-wife is to remarry, CJ investigates disturbing scientific experiments and Josh gets caught in the middle of a heated debate. John Goodman and James Cromwell guest star

• Season 5 Episode 9: Abu el Banat

  Bartlet's Christmas preparations at the White House are overshadowed by the news that aid workers have been kidnapped in the Sudan. A reunion with his three daughters proves bittersweet when he learns his son-in-law wants to run for Congress, and Toby clashes with Will over keeping the President out of a debate on assisted suicide

• Season 5 Episode 8: Shutdown

  Bartlet and the powerful Republican Speaker of the House disagree, leading to a crisis when the federal government is shut down. Leo, Josh and Toby send White House staff home, but the trio remain uneasy as the President refuses to compromise - until he hatches a bold plan to challenge the opposing party. Meanwhile, Abbey reappears from her self-imposed exile for a state dinner that she might have to cook herself. Gary Cole guest stars

• Season 5 Episode 7: Separation of Powers

  As Chief Justice Ashland's health problems mount, his former clerk Joe Quincy is pressed into service to persuade him to retire. CJ prepares Zoey for a briefing about her kidnapping, Abbey reveals an uncomfortable truth about her marriage, and Jed refuses to be bullied by the Republicans over budget negotiations. Matthew Perry guest stars

• Season 5 Episode 6: Disaster Relief

  As Bartlet is preoccupied with a killer tornado in Oklahoma, a worried Leo grapples with several crises back home that need the President's immediate attention. Josh fears the worst after a political miscalculation costs the Democrats dearly, making him Washington's latest persona non grata

• Season 5 Episode 5: A Constituency of One

  Amy Gardner's lobbying for domestic violence prevention provokes Bartlet's fury, Will Bailey is pleased to receive an offer to become Vice President Russell's top aide, and a conservative Democrat senator switches parties, a move which causes tension in the corridors of power

• Season 5 Episode 4: Han

  Josh fails to sway an unruly congressman who insists on voting against the administration on the Vice Presidential confirmation and Leo fears the potential defection of a prominent North Korean pianist will jeopardise secret nuclear disarmament talks. Will and Toby are humiliated when an early draft of a speech is erroneously substituted for the final version

• Season 5 Episode 3: Jefferson Lives

  Bartlet goes through the painful process of nominating a suitable candidate for vice president - but his first choice faces an uphill struggle for approval. Abby distances herself from her husband, while Donna is appalled by new intern Ryan. Guest starring Lily Tomlin, William Devane and Mary-Louise Parker

• Season 5 Episode 2: The Dogs of War

  Tensions increase within the Bartlet family as the hours pass without any word on Zoey's whereabouts. Andy takes the twins home and Josh is saddled with a new intern from a prominent political family, while Jed's staff are displeased to learn who will succeed Walken as Speaker of the House

• Season 5 Episode 1: 7A WF 83429

  As the desperate search for Bartlet's kidnapped daughter continues, the White House staff struggle to cope with the implications of the crisis - but even as they work, other issues are rearing their ugly heads. While the world watches, the President's darkest secrets come to light - will his child be found alive, and can he keep the respect of the American public? John Goodman and Annabeth Gish guest star, alongside Martin Sheen and Stockard Channing

The West Wing: Season 4 (2002 - 2003)

• Season 4 Episode 23: Twenty-Five

  Bartlet confronts a national crisis on the eve of his daughter's graduation from university, forcing him to shut down Washington DC and order a fleet to the Persian Gulf. Toby finds time to savour a personal milestone. Last in series of the drama, starring Martin Sheen and Elisabeth Moss

• Season 4 Episode 22: Commencement

  The US is on a high state of alert after two terrorists go missing, and Bartlet has trouble finding the words for a message he wants to convey to his daughter's graduating class at university. American political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Timothy Busfield

• Season 4 Episode 21: Life on Mars

  During his first day, Joe Quincy finds three pieces of information which lead to an unsettling discovery and then the unravelling of a high-level scandal. American political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Matthew Perry

• Season 4 Episode 20: Evidence of Things Not Seen

  After the White House is locked down following a shooting, Josh interviews a potential candidate to replace Ainsley Hayes, while Bartlet deals with a spy plane shot down over Russia, and the rest of the staff play a game of poker while discussing military affairs. Drama about the US president and his aides, guest starring Matthew Perry

• Season 4 Episode 19: Angel Maintenance

  Air Force One is forced to stay in the air for 24 hours when the crew suspect the landing gear to be faulty, and as tensions rise, the passengers and ground crew begin to wonder whether the plane has been sabotaged. Drama, starring Martin Sheen and Joshua Malina

• Season 4 Episode 18: Privateers

  Toby's old friend contacts him, ready to blow the whistle about his employer's violations of environmental laws, while Amy is given the task of convincing the president to threaten a veto on a foreign aid bill containing an anti-abortion proviso. Will puts a political face on the destruction and deaths resulting from the melting of an Alaskan glacier. US drama, guest starring Mary-Louise Parker

• Season 4 Episode 17: Red Haven's on Fire

  Bartlet waits for the results of the military strike aimed at rescuing three American soldiers held captive in Africa, Toby tries to help Sam's California congressional campaign, and Josh clashes with Abbey. Drama about the US president and his aides, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 4 Episode 16: The California 47th

  The entire writing staff quit, leaving Will and a group of interns to prepare the President's address, while Bartlet himself decides to hold off announcing his budget plan because he fears it might hurt Sam's chances in California. Drama, starring Rob Lowe, Joshua Malina and Martin Sheen

• Season 4 Episode 15: Inauguration : Over There

  Part two of two. Preparations for the Presidential inauguration continue as Charlie hunts desperately for a suitable Bible and the White House edges closer toward military action. Meanwhile, Bartlet appoints a new deputy communications director, and Toby discovers a kindred spirit in Will Bailey

• Season 4 Episode 14: Inauguration - Part One

  Part one of two. Conflict in an otherwise inconsequential country forces Bartlet to rewrite his inaugural address, tensions mount between the White House and the Pentagon, and staff are stunned by a betrayal within their own ranks. Drama, starring Martin Sheen and Allison Janney

• Season 4 Episode 13: The Long Goodbye

  CJ reluctantly returns to Dayton, Ohio, to give a speech at her high-school reunion, where she learns her father is rapidly deteriorating from Alzheimer's disease. Back at the White House, Toby struggles with the press secretary's briefings while she is away. Matthew Modine guest stars

• Season 4 Episode 12: Guns Not Butter

  Josh determines to make sure a foreign aid bill passes even though it's a hopeless cause. Charlie unwittingly gets in over his head with the Department of Defence and Danny continues to pursue the Shareef matter. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 4 Episode 11: Holy Night

  It's December 23, and the holiday season brings several visitors to the White House - Zoey comes home with her new French boyfriend in tow, and Danny arrives bearing gifts of gold. Meanwhile, Will moves into Sam's office at Toby's insistence, and is treated to some good-natured ribbing by the rest of the staff

• Season 4 Episode 10: Arctic Radar

  Sam prepares his California congressional campaign and refers manager Will Bailey to Toby for a review of his speech-writing skills. CJ clashes with a reporter who is upset over the pressroom seat he has been allocated. Political drama, guest starring Christian Slater

• Season 4 Episode 9: Swiss Diplomacy

  Bartlet receives a personal request for help from a controversial Iranian ayatollah whose son desperately needs life-saving surgery which can only be performed in the United States. Drama about an American President and his aides, starring Martin Sheen

• Season 4 Episode 8: Process Stories

  The staff celebrate their election night success, which encourages Sam to run for a seat in Orange County. Toby worries about the effect of Andrea's pregnancy - both politically and personally - and Bartlet and Abbey are interrupted as they try to spend some time alone. Christian Slater guest stars

• Season 4 Episode 6: Game On

  The president, Leo, Josh and CJ play a practical joke on Toby, while Sam's mission to end the Wilde campaign leads him to make a career-changing decision. James Brolin guest stars

• Season 4 Episode 5: Debate Camp

  While preparing for the presidential debates, a vexing question about a failed attorney-general nomination causes the staff to recall their first weeks in office. Meanwhile, tensions mount as the Qumari problem escalates. Political drama, starring Rob Lowe and Martin Sheen

• Season 4 Episode 4: The Red Mass

  When Stackhouse comes to a momentous decision about his campaign, Bartlet is also inspired - but all the while Josh and Amy argue over whether one is siphoning votes from the other. Leo meets the Israeli Foreign Minister in a bid to enlist the country's help with the Shareef investigation, and Donna is sent undercover to a seminar held by one of Ritchie's advisors. Martin Sheen and Bradley Whitford star

• Season 4 Episode 3: College Kids

  Qumar implicates Israel in the assassination, forcing Bartlet to seek help from a legal team, Josh is unhappy to discover Amy has a job interview and Deborah is shocked when a comment she made years ago comes back to haunt her during a security check. Drama, guest starring Lily Tomlin and Joanna Gleason, with Martin Sheen, Rob Lowe and Richard Schiff

• Season 4 Episode 2: 20 Hours in America : Part Two

  Part two of two. As they continue their trek homeward from Unionville, Donna teaches Toby and Josh an important lesson, while back at the White House Bartlet hires a secretary. A pipe bomb kills 44 students at a Midwest university swimming event. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen, Rob Lowe, Richard Schiff and Allison Janney

• Season 4 Episode 1: 20 Hours in America : Part One

  Part one of two. President Bartlet gives a speech in Indiana as his re-election campaign gets under way - but as the motorcade containing CJ and other staffers hits the road, Josh, Toby and Donna are left behind, forcing the trio to make their own way back to Washington DC. Meanwhile, Abby's views on motherhood land her in trouble. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen, Rob Lowe, Richard Schiff and Stockard Channing

The West Wing: Season 3 (2001 - 2002)

• Season 3 Episode 21: Posse Comitatus

  Bartlet faces an agonising decision, with the life of a foreign diplomat : a known terrorist : in his hands. He finds himself forced to ponder the situation during a charity performance of Henry VI, but will real life end in tragedy? Last in series of the drama, with guest stars Mark Harmon, Mary-Louise Parker and Lily Tomlin

• Season 3 Episode 20: We Killed Yamamoto

  Bartlet wrestles with his principles as he decides whether a Middle Eastern official known to be plotting a terrorist attack should be given diplomatic immunity, while a welfare reform bill causes strife between Josh and Amy. Donna travels to North Dakota for a meeting concerning the changing of the state's name, and Sam rejects ecologically friendly legislation for the Everglades. Mary-Louise Parker guest stars

• Season 3 Episode 19: The Black Vera Wang

  Bartlet and his staff rush to deal with a potential terrorist attack, while CJ tries to adjust to being protected by a handsome secret service agent and Toby clashes with television executives. Drama, starring Martin Sheen, Rob Lowe and Ron Silver

• Season 3 Episode 18: Enemies Foreign and Domestic

  Bartlet's forthcoming meeting with the Russian President is jeopardised when it's discovered his country has been supplying the Iranians with materials to build a nuclear bomb facility. Meanwhile, CJ is assigned protection after receiving a death threat for making a statement about the treatment of Saudi schoolgirls. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Allison Janney

• Season 3 Episode 17: Stirred

  The White House staff prepare for an environmental crisis after a truck carrying uranium rods crashes in a remote Idaho tunnel, and are forced to face the possibility that terrorists may be responsible. Meanwhile, Vice President John Hoynes, unaware that Bartlet's electoral strategy may exclude him from the next campaign, ponders how to promote one of his favourite bills, and Donna seeks a presidential proclamation honouring the retirement of her favourite teacher - but doesn't count on Josh's interference. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen, Rob Lowe and Tim Matheson

• Season 3 Episode 16: The US Poet Laureate

  CJ has her work cut out trying to play down the resulting scandal when Bartlet disparages a potential Republican nominee following a TV interview, not realising the cameras are still rolling. Meanwhile, Toby tries to dissuade America's new poet laureate from speaking out about the government's lack of support for a landmine treaty. Laura Dern guest stars

• Season 3 Episode 15: Dead Irish Writers

  The British Ambassador, Lord John Marbury, pays Bartlet a visit to discuss the President's plan to meet an Irish paramilitary leader, while Abbey reluctantly attends a White House party for her birthday. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen, Rob Lowe and Roger Rees

• Season 3 Episode 14: Hartsfield's Landing

  Bartlet engages Sam and Toby in intricate chess matches that mirror the dangerous game of brinkmanship he is playing with the Chinese, who are conducting controversial war games in the Taiwan Strait. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 3 Episode 13: Night Five

  The President sees a psychiatrist about his sleeping disorder and receives a sobering personal assessment. CJ battles for the release of a reporter taken hostage in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Toby writes a controversial speech condemning Islamic fanaticism. Political drama, with Martin Sheen and guest-starring Adam Arkin

• Season 3 Episode 12: The Two Bartlets

  Bartlet and his staff consider their reaction to a political opponent's verbal assault on affirmative action, Josh is forced to postpone his holiday with Amy to defuse a volatile situation in Puerto Rico, and Sam meets an eccentric politician who thinks a fortune in gold bullion is missing from Fort Knox

• Season 3 Episode 11: 100,000 Airplanes

  While the White House staff work intensely on Bartlet's State of the Union speech, he suddenly demands the inclusion of a passage promising to embark on a crusade to find a cure for cancer within 10 years. Sam encounters a former love, Josh resorts to underhand methods to find romance and CJ plays a prank on Charlie. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 3 Episode 10: H Con-172

  Leo rejects the Congressional Oversight Committee's offer of a public censure of Bartlet, which would bring an end to the investigation into the President's concealment of his illness and spare Leo from any personal repercussions. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 3 Episode 9: Bartlet for America

  A nervous Leo fears the worst when he testifies at the Congressional investigation into the President's failure to disclose his illness. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 3 Episode 8: The Women of Qumar

  Josh meets a powerful women's group at the behest of the First Lady to discuss the wording of a proposed UN treaty banning prostitution. Meanwhile, the president grapples with the possibility of a BSE epidemic hitting America and ponders how much the public should know. Drama, starring Martin Sheen

• Season 3 Episode 7: The Indians in the Lobby

  CJ meets two Native Americans who are camped in the White House lobby in protest over poor healthcare on their reservation, while the President wonders where to spend Thanksgiving. Meanwhile, Josh does a little political manoeuvring to gain the extradition of a teenage murderer who fled to Italy. Drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 3 Episode 6: Gone Quiet

  An American spy submarine goes missing in hostile North Korean waters, prompting the President to make the tough decision over whether he should notify the enemy or mount a secret rescue mission. Meanwhile, Abby learns her past malpractice suits may compromise Bartlet's criminal investigation. Drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 3 Episode 5: War Crimes

  The Vice President is asked to speak at an anti-gun rally in Texas, while Donna goes before a Congressional committee investigating Bartlet's failure to disclose his medical condition - and lies under oath

• Season 3 Episode 4: On the Day Before

  President Bartlet attempts to veto a controversial new 'death tax' bill supported by the House of Representatives, putting his hard-pressed staff well and truly on the spot. Josh tries to influence Governor Buckland, CJ rebukes Sherri and Charlie is advised to ask for immunity in his forthcoming testimony. Anna Deavere Smith guest stars

• Season 3 Episode 3: Way and Means

  Special prosecutor Clem Rollins investigates President Bartlet's non-disclosure of his illness, and subsequently issues subpoenas to the White House staff, prompting CJ to reveal certain facts to the Press in the hope that he will be forced out and replaced with someone more favourable. A forest fire in Wyoming causes contention and Donna goes on a blind date with a charming Republican. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 3 Episode 2: Manchester : Part Two

  Part two. The already overworked team go into overdrive as the President prepares to make his re-election announcement and the team wonder if he will apologise for past remarks. Acclaimed US drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 3 Episode 1: Manchester : Part One

  In the first of a two-part story to start the third series, the President announces his desire to run for re-election, throwing his loyal White House staff into disarray as they attempt to write his speech - and leaving First Lady Abby fuming over not being consulted. CJ makes a crucial gaffe during a press conference and Bartlet has to decide whether to send in the military to rescue the staff of a besieged US embassy

The West Wing: Season 2 (2000 - 2001)

• Season 2 Episode 22: Two Cathedrals

  Bartlet prepares to tell the American people about his illness in a live TV interview, but at the press conference that follows, he is asked if he will run for the presidency again. Meanwhile, Josh attempts to drum up support for the administration's lawsuit against the tobacco companies, and the military crisis in Haiti reaches a critical point

• Season 2 Episode 21: 18th and Potomac

  Bartlet and his aides have to deal with breaking news of his illness and Babish is concerned by some of the medical treatment the President is receiving. A decision has to be made regarding sanctuary for the Haitian president, which could have ramifications for national security, and Josh tries to secure the votes of two Democrat senators in the case against the tobacco companies, who are proving rather obstreperous

• Season 2 Episode 20: The Fall's Gonna Kill You

  Josh tries to raise funds for the already overstretched Justice Department's prosecution of tobacco companies for fraud, while news of Bartlet's disease spreads within the oval office. Sam is delighted by the projected budget figures, and Donna deals with a Chinese satellite hurtling toward Earth. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 2 Episode 19: Bad Moon Rising

  Bartlet consults chief counsel Babish about his failure to disclose his condition, Toby is determined to smoke out a whistle-blower, and Josh clashes with Donna over aid to Mexico. Political drama about the US President and his aides, guest starring Oliver Platt, with Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 2 Episode 18: 17 People

  The capture of a foreign terrorist prompts Bartlet to order a review of security. Toby is shocked to learn about the president's secret affliction, and Sam and Josh struggle to come up with effective one-liners for a forthcoming speech at the White House Correspondents' Dinner

  Next on: Monday 7th December 9:00am EST - Bravo
• Season 2 Episode 17: The Stackhouse Filibuster

  An elderly senator launches into a rambling tirade in an attempt to prevent the passing of an important healthcare bill, leaving the disgruntled staff no choice but to work late on a Friday night. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen

  Next on: Monday 7th December 8:00am EST - Bravo
• Season 2 Episode 16: Somebody's Going to Emergency, Somebody's Going to Jail

  Toby has to meet an unruly mob protesting against the World Trade Organisation, and Donna asks Sam to front an executive pardon for her friend's grandfather who was imprisoned for espionage in the 1940s. CJ grants up an audience to a group of cartographers who want to adopt a new global map. Political drama, with Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

  Next on: Thursday 3rd December 9:00am EST - Bravo
• Season 2 Episode 15: Ellie

  The surgeon general gets embroiled in controversy when she makes remarks about the legalisation of marijuana during an online chat. Ellie complicates matters further by making her own comments to the press. Political drama about the US President, starring Martin Sheen

  Next on: Thursday 3rd December 8:00am EST - Bravo
• Season 2 Episode 14: The War at Home

  Bartlet rushes to authorise a rescue attempt for a group of drug enforcement agents who are being held hostage by Colombian terrorists, and Josh tries to conduct a poll to judge reaction to Bartlet's speech and the chances of securing support for a new gun protection law. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

  Next on: Wednesday 2nd December 9:00am EST - Bravo
• Season 2 Episode 13: Bartlet's Third State of the Union

  President Bartlet delivers what critics dub the 'speech of his career' : a revised State of the Union address : but it meets with a mixed response from his staff. Josh's chief concern is monitoring public opinion of his boss, but Abby is angered by what she considers glaring omissions in the revamped presentation. Drama, starring Martin Sheen

  Next on: Wednesday 2nd December 8:00am EST - Bravo
• Season 2 Episode 12: The Drop-In

  Leo is irritated by the news that pompous Lord John Marbury has been appointed ambassador for Great Britain and Toby clashes with Sam over the President's speech to an environmental group. Bartlet is unconvinced of the merits of an expensive, unproven missile defence system and CJ is left to dissuade a controversial comedian from performing at the White House

  Next on: Tuesday 1st December 9:00am EST - Bravo
• Season 2 Episode 11: The Leadership Breakfast

  Toby decides to champion the cause of 'real issues' during a bipartisan breakfast, using an acquaintance within the Republican camp to further his agenda. In the process, he undermines CJ's authority and turns the Bartlet administration into the object of ridicule. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

  Next on: Tuesday 1st December 8:00am EST - Bravo
• Season 2 Episode 10: Noel

  An Air Force pilot disappears with an F-16, Donna becomes intent on wangling an invitation to the Congressional Christmas party and Josh meets members of the American Trauma Victims Association. Meanwhile, Sam deals with an errant energy secretary who contradicts Bartlet. Drama, starring Martin Sheen, with a guest appearance by cellist Yo-Yo Ma

  Next on: Monday 30th November 9:00am EST - Bravo
• Season 2 Episode 9: Galileo

  The President takes part in a chaotic live television conference with thousands of children - and as if things weren't hectic enough, he also has a fire in a Russian nuclear silo to worry about. Martin Sheen and Robe Lowe star

  Next on: Monday 30th November 8:00am EST - Bravo
• Season 2 Episode 8: Shibboleth

  Bartlet faces a dilemma over the fate of asylum-seeking Chinese immigrants and Toby seeks a ministerial role for Leo's sister. CJ flounders as she tries to understand the true meaning of Thanksgiving with the aid of two turkeys. Drama about the US President and his aides, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 2 Episode 7: The Portland Trip

  While President Bartlet is on a trip to Portland, Leo holds the fort and deals with a crisis in the Persian Gulf involving a foreign tanker crew suspected of smuggling contraband oil. Josh handles a bill supporting gay marriage and Sam and Toby prepare a speech on education reform

• Season 2 Episode 6: The Lame Duck Congress

  Bartlet considers recalling the Senate in order to force a vote on a nuclear test-ban treaty, and also has to deal with a drunken Ukrainian diplomat who insists on meeting him. Donna and the secretaries have their own mission : to persuade their bosses to back legislation which would introduce ergonomic standards into the workplace. Drama, starring Martin Sheen

• Season 2 Episode 5: And It's Surely to Their Credit

  Ainsley's welcome at the White House is muted, Sam considers suing the hate group responsible for shooting Josh and CJ confronts a general threatening to criticise the President about cuts in the military budget. Meanwhile, Abby informs her husband that his recovery period is over, which should allow him to resume a full and active married life

• Season 2 Episode 4: In This White House

  Bartlet shocks the team by ordering the hiring of a Republican, and Toby gets involved in negotiating an agreement between the leader of an Aids-ravaged African nation and a drug company. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 2 Episode 3: The Midterms

  The White House staff recover from the assassination attempt and prepare for the mid-term congressional elections, President Bartlet gets sidetracked by a former rival's campaign for a school board seat in New Hampshire and Sam talks an old friend into running for office. Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe star

• Season 2 Episode 2: In the Shadow of Two Gunmen - Part Two

  Part two of two. Josh reminisces while under the anaesthetic, recalling how Leo, Sam, CJ and Donna became members of the political team as well as events leading up to Bartlet's nomination for president. The police continue to search for the remaining conspirator : eventually realising he is part of a racist hate group. Martin Sheen stars

• Season 2 Episode 1: In the Shadow of The Gunmen - Part One

  Part one of two. The President's men and women are put on high alert in the wake of an assassination attempt that leaves some victims fighting for their lives - including Bartlet himself. Martin Sheen stars

The West Wing: Season 1 (1999 - 2000)

• Season 1 Episode 22: What Kind of Day Has It Been?

  The White House staff are caught up in the drama of an American soldier shot down over Iraq, while Toby tries to ignore updates from a distressed orbiting space shuttle carrying his brother as a passenger. Later, President Bartlet takes part in a town hall meeting for a group of college students, unaware of the danger lurking round the corner. Last in series, starring Martin Sheen and Richard Schiff

• Season 1 Episode 21: Lies, Damn Lies and Statistics

  As President Bartlet anxiously awaits the results of a poll to determine his popularity, he begins a spot of political manoeuvring designed to push through the finance reforms : but an indiscretion on Sam's part threatens all his hard work. White House drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 1 Episode 20: Mandatory Minimums

  The Bartlet Administration takes control and wastes little time researching the major changes it hopes to implement. Meanwhile, Toby arranges to meet his ex-wife, hoping she will be able to offer him much-needed advice. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 1 Episode 19: Let Bartlet Be Bartlet

  A potentially explosive memo Mandy wrote about the president and his staff before she joined the White House team looks set to be published. Meanwhile, Toby, Josh and Sam get involved in political minutiae. Political drama about the US president and his aides, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 1 Episode 18: Six Meetings Before Lunch

  Zoey attends a college party, where one of her friends is arrested for using drugs. As CJ struggles to keep the story out of the papers, Josh meets the administration's controversial nominee for assistant attorney general and Sam clashes with Mallory over private school vouchers. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 1 Episode 17: The White House Pro-Am

  The President comes under pressure to appoint a successor to the late, lamented Chairman of the Federal Reserve, while the Secret Service grow concerned about hate mail regarding Zoey's relationship with her boyfriend. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 1 Episode 16: 20 Hours in LA

  A film bigwig in LA tries to blackmail the President by threatening to cancel a fundraising bash unless he advocates the inclusion of homosexuals in the military. Meanwhile, Josh is thrilled to learn feisty campaign manager Joey Lucas is staying in his hotel. David Hasselhoff and Jay Leno guest star

• Season 1 Episode 15: Celestial Navigation

  Sam and Toby are sent to Connecticut to secure the release of President Bartlet's choice for the Supreme Court, and Josh makes a faux pas by revealing private details about working at the White House while giving a lecture at a local college. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 1 Episode 14: Take This Sabbath Day

  President Bartlet faces a dilemma over whether to reduce the jail sentence of a prisoner convicted of killing two drug kingpins, and turns to a priest for guidance. Meanwhile, a feisty campaign manager begs for an audience with the beleaguered leader. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Karl Malden

• Season 1 Episode 13: Take Out the Trash Day

  Sam and Josh conspire to keep a controversial sex education report secret until after mid-term elections, and the President prepares to sign the Hate Crimes bill amidst concern that the parents of a murdered gay student will attend the ceremony. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 1 Episode 12: He Shall, from Time to Time

  President Bartlet is found unconscious shortly before he is due to present a speech on hostilities between India and Pakistan. Meanwhile, Leo is forced to come clean about his stay at a rehabilitation centre for alcohol and drug addiction. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 1 Episode 11: Lord John Marbury

  The White House staff call in expert advice on the political crisis involving India and Pakistan before activating the Task Force, but former New Delhi ambassador Lord John Marbury proves to be mentally unbalanced. Meanwhile, Josh comes under pressure to release the results of investigations into recreational drug-taking among the President's staff, and CJ feels her credibility has been undermined. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 1 Episode 10: In Excelsis Deo

  Josh tells Sam that Lillenfield knows about Leo's former valium addiction, while Toby gets a phone call asking him to join police at the Korean War Memorial where the body of a homeless man has been found. Starring Bradley Whitford and John Spencer

• Season 1 Episode 9: The Short List

  The President has a crucial decision to make and Josh discovers that a congressman possesses confidential information about Leo's past drug problem. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 1 Episode 8: Enemies

  Bartlett argues with Hoynes in front of the Cabinet, and the staff try to help a banking bill get passed. Mallory asks Sam out on a date, while CJ rejects Danny's advances, convinced he is only looking for a scoop

• Season 1 Episode 7: The State Dinner

  A hurricane heads toward an American Naval fleet, a group of survivalists test the President and a tense dinner is held at the White House. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen

• Season 1 Episode 6: Mr Willis of Ohio

  Sam privately tutors CJ, the President's daughter is put in danger, and a new congressman surprises Toby. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen

• Season 1 Episode 5: The Crackpots and These Women

  Josh discovers something more threatening than a nuclear attack, Toby unveils a disturbing secret and the President's daughter turns up. Political drama about the US President and his aides, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 1 Episode 4: Five Votes Down

  Leo McGarry seeks five more votes to pass a bill, but the cost might be too high, especially if he is forced to ask the unpredictable Vice President for help. Political drama, guest starring Tim Matheson, with Martin Sheen, John Spencer and Rob Lowe

• Season 1 Episode 3: A Proportional Response

  The press find out about Sam's relationship with a prostitute, and Bartlet vows vengeance against a terrorist group. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 1 Episode 2: Post Hoc, Ergo Propter Hoc

  A new media consultant is recruited, CJ tries to avoid a nasty clash between Bartlet and the vice president, and Sam continues to chase a high-priced prostitute. Political drama, starring Martin Sheen and Rob Lowe

• Season 1 Episode 1: Pilot

  A crisis hits the White House when the President is rumoured to have sprained his ankle. Pilot episode of the political drama about the US President and his aides, starring Martin Sheen, Rob Lowe and Bradley Whitford

The West Wing: Special (2001 - 2002)

• Documentary Special

  The cast celebrates real people who have served in the White House; clips highlight the series' first three seasons; interviews with David Gergen, Dee Dee Myers, Henry Kissinger, Leon Panetta, Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton.

• Isaac and Ishmael

  Controversial episode of the political drama, specially penned by creator Aaron Sorkin in response to the attacks on America on September 11. Students visiting the White House are caught up in a security alert involving suspected Islamic extremists, prompting President Bartlet and his aides to give an impromptu talk on the issues surrounding terrorism. Martin Sheen and Bradley Whitford star