Scandal (2012)

Season 5

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Everyone has secrets and Olivia Pope has dedicated her life to protecting and defending the public images of the elite by keeping those secrets under wraps. Pope and her team are at the top of their game when it comes to getting the job done for their clients, but it becomes apparent that these "gladiators in suits," who specialize in fixing the lives of other people, have trouble fixing those closest at hand -- their own.

21 Episodes

  • Heavy is the Head
    E1
    Heavy is the HeadOlivia and Fitz are back together again and enjoying every scandalous moment together while Cyrus, Mellie and Huck are all still dealing with the aftermath of helping Command. Meanwhile, when a visit from the Queen of Caldonia and her family turns into a tragedy, Olivia is hired to make sure the Royal family’s private life stays private.
  • Yes
    E2
    YesThe Pope and Associates team dives into a new case that takes Olivia out of D.C. 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.
  • Paris is Burning
    E3
    Paris is BurningOlivia and Fitz face some 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.
  • Dog-Whistle Politics
    E4
    Dog-Whistle PoliticsEager 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.
  • You Got Served
    E5
    You Got ServedOlivia 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.
  • Get Out of Jail, Free
    E6
    Get Out of Jail, FreeFitz and Olivia are presented with a shocking plan that might just make all of their troubles go away, and Mellie is put through the ringer when confronted about her troubled marriage. Meanwhile, the Gladiators continue to defend Olivia, and Susan Ross turns to David for advice.
  • Even the Devil Deserves a Second Chance
    E7
    Even the Devil Deserves a Second ChanceWhile 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.
  • Rasputin
    E8
    RasputinIn the midst of Fitz negotiating a historic peace deal, Olivia must rely on her instincts when a guest of the 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.
  • Baby, It's Cold Outside
    E9
    Baby, It's Cold OutsideOlivia feels more frustrated taking on "First Lady" type responsibilities; Mellie proves just how powerful she can be; Jake and Huck continue the hunt for Rowan.
  • It's Hard Out Here for a General
    E10
    It's Hard Out Here for a GeneralIt’s been six months since Olivia and Fitz have broken up, and they are both handling their newfound freedom in very different ways. Meanwhile, the Pope and Associates team take on a case that could lead to a national crisis.
  • The Candidate
    E11
    The CandidateMellie seeks out Olivia’s help but may not be prepared for what that 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.
  • Wild Card
    E12
    Wild CardWhile 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.
  • The Fish Rots from the Head
    E13
    The Fish Rots from the HeadOlivia 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 secrets of his own.
  • I See You
    E14
    I See YouThe gladiators have to look after themselves as Olivia spies on Jake. Susan and Mellie's campaigns starts to heat up.
  • Pencils Down
    E15
    Pencils DownWhen 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.
  • The Miseducation of Susan Ross
    E16
    The Miseducation of Susan RossFollowing 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.
  • Thwack!
    E17
    Thwack!The election is in full swing, which means everyone is doing their best to take down their opponents, but 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 we find out just how far some people are willing to go to protect themselves.
  • Till Death Do Us Part
    E18
    Till Death Do Us PartAs Olivia deals with the aftermath of what she’s done, she finally finds out what exactly Jake and Rowan are plotting. But with their plans already in motion, Olivia is forced to make a gut-wrenching attempt to try and stop it. Meanwhile, in flashbacks, we learn more about Jake’s past and how he first got involved with B6-13.
  • Buckle Up
    E19
    Buckle UpAs 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,
  • Trump Card
    E20
    Trump CardOlivia and Abby have to put their differences aside and work together to try and 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.
  • That's My Girl
    E21
    That's My GirlAs 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.

Cast of Season 5

  • Kerry WashingtonOlivia Pope
  • Darby StanchfieldAbby Whelan
  • Katie LowesQuinn Perkins
  • Guillermo DíazHuck
  • Jeff PerryCyrus Beene
  • Tony GoldwynPresident Fitzgerald Grant
  • Joshua MalinaDavid Rosen
  • Bellamy YoungMellie Grant
  • Scott FoleyJake Ballard
  • Portia de RossiElizabeth North
  • Cornelius Smith, Jr.Marcus Walker
  • Linda LowyProducer
  • Will StewartProducer
  • Shonda RhimesProducer

Season 5 Ratings & Reviews

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  • Scandal: Scott Foley On Tgit
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  • Scandal: Guillermo Diaz On Ghosthuck
    Scandal: Guillermo Diaz On GhosthuckInterview
  • Scandal: Scott Foley On Olivia And Jake
    Scandal: Scott Foley On Olivia And JakeInterview
  • Scandal: Scott Foley On Jake Coming Back
    Scandal: Scott Foley On Jake Coming BackInterview
  • Scandal: Bellamy Young On Mellie And Fitz
    Scandal: Bellamy Young On Mellie And FitzInterview
  • Scandal: Portia De Rossi On Her Character
    Scandal: Portia De Rossi On Her CharacterInterview
  • Scandal: Katie Lowes On Quinn In Season Five
    Scandal: Katie Lowes On Quinn In Season FiveInterview
  • Scandal: Cornelius Smith Jr. On His Character
    Scandal: Cornelius Smith Jr. On His CharacterInterview
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    Scandal: Joshua Malina On Tgit And ShondalandInterview
  • Scandal: Scott Foley On Olivia In Season Five
    Scandal: Scott Foley On Olivia In Season FiveInterview
  • Scandal: Bellamy Young On Mellie In Season Five
    Scandal: Bellamy Young On Mellie In Season FiveInterview
  • Scandal: Kerry Washington On Being Part Of Tgit
    Scandal: Kerry Washington On Being Part Of TgitInterview
  • Scandal: Darby Stanchfield On Abby And Elizabeth
    Scandal: Darby Stanchfield On Abby And ElizabethInterview
  • Scandal: Joshua Malina On The Feedback From Fans
    Scandal: Joshua Malina On The Feedback From FansInterview
  • Scandal: Portia De Rossi On Being Part Of Scandal
    Scandal: Portia De Rossi On Being Part Of ScandalInterview
  • Scandal: Kerry Washington On The Gladiators This Season
    Scandal: Kerry Washington On The Gladiators This SeasonInterview
  • Scandal: Guillermo Diaz On The Gladiators In Season Five
    Scandal: Guillermo Diaz On The Gladiators In Season FiveInterview
  • Scandal: Kerry On Whether Olivia Can Heal In Season Five
    Scandal: Kerry On Whether Olivia Can Heal In Season FiveInterview
  • Scandal: Kerry Washington On What's Different This Season
    Scandal: Kerry Washington On What's Different This SeasonInterview
  • Scandal: Portia De Rossi On Fan Reaction To Her Character
    Scandal: Portia De Rossi On Fan Reaction To Her CharacterInterview

 

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