Scandal
2012 • ABC
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Season 5 episodes (22)
1 Heavy is the Head
9/24/15
Olivia and Fitz are back together again and enjoying every scandalous moment together while Cyrus, Mellie and Huck deal with the aftermath of helping Command. Meanwhile, when a visit from the Queen of Caledonia and her family turns into a tragedy, Olivia is hired to make sure the Royal family’s private life stays private.
2 Yes
10/1/15
The Pope and Associates team dives into a new case that takes Olivia out of Washington and away from the President. Meanwhile, back at the White House, Fitz is determined to find who's responsible for causing the latest turn of events, and Abby receives unexpected guidance from a master of damage control as she struggles to catch a break.
3 Paris is Burning
10/8/15
Olivia and Fitz face very big consequences and Mellie brings in an old friend to make sure she gets her way. Meanwhile, Abby shows Olivia she is fully capable of handling working at the White House.
4 Dog-Whistle Politics
10/15/15
Eager to get answers, Jake unexpectedly crosses paths with someone he thought he'd never see again. Meanwhile, Huck and Quinn recruit a familiar face to help smooth over the media storm surrounding Olivia, and Fitz quickly finds out the true cost of mercy when he discovers not everyone fully supports his actions.
5 You Got Served
10/22/15
Olivia knows she can't handle this latest storm on her own and calls for help from an unexpected source. Meanwhile, Mellie and Cyrus continue to pull strings from the sidelines and Jake is still occupied by a ghost from his past.
6 Get Out of Jail, Free
10/29/15
Fitz and Olivia are presented with a shocking plan that might just make all of their troubles go away, and Mellie is put through the wringer when confronted about her troubled marriage. Meanwhile, the Gladiators continue to defend Olivia, and Susan Ross turns to David for advice.
7 Even the Devil Deserves a Second Chance
11/5/15
While Fitz is focused on winning back the American people, he makes a shocking discovery. Meanwhile, OPA takes on a new client, but Olivia seems preoccupied keeping her own secrets, and Elizabeth North sets her sights on a new agenda.
8 Rasputin
11/12/15
In the midst of Fitz negotiating a historic peace deal, Olivia must rely on her instincts when a guest of The White House discloses powerful intel. Meanwhile, Jake uses Huck's help to get closer to his target, and Cyrus takes matters into his own hands when he realizes he's been shut out of the inner circle.
9 Baby, It's Cold Outside
11/19/15
Olivia is feeling more and more frustrated as she takes on "First Lady" type responsibilities at the White House. Meanwhile, Mellie proves just how powerful she can be, and Jake and Huck continue the hunt for Rowan on the winter finale.
10 It's Hard out Here for a General
2/11/16
It's been six months since Olivia and Fitz have broken up, and they are both handling their newfound freedom in different ways. Meanwhile, the Pope and Associates team take on a case that could lead to a national crisis.
11 The Candidate
2/18/16
Mellie seeks out Olivia's help but may not be prepared for what it entails, and Liz tries to convince Susan Ross to run for the presidency. Meanwhile, Abby and Cyrus are at odds when a profile piece on Fitz comes into question.
12 Wild Card
2/24/16
While Fitz is preoccupied with his own interests, Cyrus begins to orchestrate his next master plan, and Elizabeth North uses David to mastermind a plan of her own. Meanwhile, Olivia continues to question what exactly Jake is planning in his new role as head of the NSA.
13 The Fish Rots From the Head
3/10/16
Olivia and the team take on some embattled Secret Service agents. Meanwhile, Abby has her hands full trying to keep Fitz in line, and Jake begins to reveal a few of his own secrets.
14 I See You
3/17/16
Olivia continues to spy on Jake while the Gladiators have to fend for themselves. Meanwhile, Susan and Mellie feel the pressure as their campaigns heat up, and Abby begins to question Cyrus' motives.
15 Pencils Down
3/24/16
When Mellie makes a public faux pas, Olivia must decide how far she'll go to fix it. Meanwhile, the Gladiators learn valuable intel about Jake's new love interest, and David Rosen seeks advice about his love triangle with Liz North and Susan Ross.
16 The Miseducation of Susan Ross
3/31/16
Following the first Republican debate, Olivia is presented with damaging information about an opponent and enlists the Gladiators to verify its authenticity. Meanwhile, David deals with fallout from his dating life, and Cyrus continues to work on his own political agenda.
17 Thwack!
4/7/16
The election is in full swing, and when a potential leak threatens several candidates, they have to work together to keep their secrets safe. Boundaries are pushed and lines are crossed as people go to extraordinary lengths to protect themselves.
18 Till Death Do Us Part
4/21/16
As Olivia deals with the aftermath of what she's done, she finally finds out what exactly Jake and Rowan are plotting. With their plans already in motion, Olivia is forced to try and stop it. Meanwhile, in flashbacks, we learn more about Jake's past and how he first got involved with B6-13.
19 Buckle Up
4/28/16
As Mellie, Susan and Hollis prepare to meet with Florida's governor and vie for her influential endorsement, a spin war between Abby and Olivia threatens to keep their candidates grounded. Meanwhile, Cyrus is faced with a decision that could dramatically alter his future.
20 Trump Card
5/5/16
Olivia and Abby put their differences aside to work together to take Hollis Doyle down. Meanwhile, Edison realizes he may have made a deal with the devil as Rowan and Jake continue to try and pull the strings behind his campaign.
21 That's My Girl
5/12/16
As each presidential candidate gets ready to announce their running mate, Olivia finds herself in a potentially dire situation. Meanwhile, Cyrus is presented with damaging information that could alter the presidential race entirely.
100 Season 5 Inside Look
8/30/15
Season-only
Everyone has secrets and Olivia Pope has dedicated her life to protecting and defending the public images of the nation's elite by keeping those secrets under wraps.
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4.8
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July 23, 2012
After the first episode, I knew for sure that it was a keeper/a show that I instantly liked and was gonna continue watching. The cast is a little odd but works great and Kerry Washington is what makes this show. One of her best career moves id say....This show isnt a disapointment and there is kind of a twist at the end that screams season 2, which has been confirmed =)
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Basil Rodericks
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January 17, 2013
This is how primetime television should be done; if we have to suffer thru commercial after commercial and dictates of primetime, give it some bang (literally) for the buck. The season finale, was second for second, moment to moment, break to break and in it's entirety one of the best and most excitingly written, acted, edited and even produced television shows to air on network primetime; I only pause to think how it stupefying it would be if it were and HBO series. Also, the chemistry between Kerri Washington and Tony Goldwyn is the most dynamic of any series and far beats most cinema.
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Barbra “Babs” Glesener
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March 29, 2013
This is based on an actual person who's a fixer. Obviously not true to life but very intriguing to see the spin Olivia takes and the methods used to achieve that spin. I like ALL of the characters. Well acted. Unique. Incredible back stories as to why they made it to Olivia's team. Government BS abounds. I can't miss an episode. I am addicted, afflicted and a loyal fan.
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