The jarring sound of gunshots interrupting the calm of the West Wing is one of the series' most effective "jump scares."
An unknown assailant fires shots at the West Wing, forcing the staff into a secure "crash" lockdown. [S4E20] Evidence of Things Not Seen
To pass the time, the senior staff engages in a recurring poker game, using the environment to debate policy and personnel. The jarring sound of gunshots interrupting the calm
Aaron Sorkin (Teleplay), Eli Attie & David Handelman (Story) Guest Star: Matthew Perry as Joe Quincy Original Air Date: April 23, 2003 📊 Episode Facts Director: Christopher Misiano C
Joe correctly deduces that the shooter wasn't a professional assassin, but a "lunatic" firing at the windows, impressing the senior staff. 📊 Episode Facts Director: Christopher Misiano
C.J. attempts to balance an egg on its end during the Vernal Equinox, a classic Sorkin "scientific myth" subplot.
"Evidence of Things Not Seen" is the 20th episode of The West Wing 's fourth season. It is a high-tension, "bottle-style" episode that balances a deadly shooting at the White House with a high-stakes poker game and a delicate spy mission. 🖋️ Plot Summary