Scandal: Season 5

2015 · 21 episodes · ★ 7.8

What Season 5 of Scandal

Season 5 of Scandal opens with Olivia back in the halls of the White House. Fitz has left his wife, Mellie, after discovering her dirty secrets, and now Olivia and the president are together again, enjoying every scandalous moment. Meanwhile, Cyrus, Mellie and Huck are still dealing with the fallout from the previous season. When the visit of the Queen of Caldonia and her family ends in tragedy, Olivia is tasked with keeping the royal family's private life under wraps. With Fitz increasingly cornered and Mellie determined to get revenge, Olivia will have to protect her clients without letting anything come to light. Cyrus also returns to the White House.

21episodes

Sep 24, 2015premiered

May 12, 2016latest episode

15.4 hrtotal runtime

Season 5 Episodes

5x01 Heavy Is the Head
Sep 24, 2015 · 44 min · ★ 8.2
Olivia 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.
Starring: Kimrie Lewis, Artemis Pebdani, Erica Shaffer, Molly Baker
5x02 Yes
Oct 1, 2015 · 44 min · ★ 8.1
The 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.
Directed by: Tony Goldwyn · With: Kimrie Lewis, Artemis Pebdani, Erica Shaffer, Kate Burton
5x03 Paris Is Burning
Oct 8, 2015 · 44 min · ★ 7.8
Olivia 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.
Written by: Matt Byrne · With: Joe Morton, Kimrie Lewis, Asante Jones, Mackenzie Astin
5x04 Dog-Whistle Politics
Oct 15, 2015 · 44 min · ★ 7.9
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.
With: George Newbern, Joe Morton, Stacey Turner, Amrapali Ambegaokar
5x05 You Got Served
Oct 22, 2015 · 44 min · ★ 8.4
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.
With: Norm Lewis, Ron Ostrow, Kimrie Lewis, Erica Shaffer
5x06 Get Out of Jail, Free
Oct 29, 2015 · 44 min · ★ 7.8
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 ringer when confronted about her troubled marriage. Meanwhile, the Gladiators continue to defend Olivia, and Susan Ross turns to David for advice.
With: Joe Morton, Artemis Pebdani, Erica Shaffer, Kate Burton
5x07 Even the Devil Deserves a Second Chance
Nov 5, 2015 · 44 min · ★ 7.8
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.
With: Denise Crosby, Kimrie Lewis, Artemis Pebdani, Erica Shaffer
5x08 Rasputin
Nov 12, 2015 · 44 min · ★ 8.1
In 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.
With: Joe Morton, Artemis Pebdani, Asante Jones, Brian Letscher
5x09 Baby, It's Cold Outside Mid-Season Finale
Nov 19, 2015 · 44 min · ★ 7.9
Olivia 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.
With: George Newbern, Joe Morton, Mary Mouser, Artemis Pebdani
5x10 It's Hard Out Here for a General
Feb 11, 2016 · 44 min · ★ 7.9
It'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.
With: George Newbern, Joe Morton, Ashley Bornancin, Kate Burton
5x11 The Candidate
Feb 18, 2016 · 44 min · ★ 7.8
Mellie 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.
With: Artemis Pebdani, Kate Burton, Ricardo Chavira, Jaden Betts
5x12 Wild Card
Feb 25, 2016 · 45 min · ★ 7.2
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.
Starring: George Newbern, Joe Morton, Artemis Pebdani, Vanya Asher
5x13 The Fish Rots from the Head
Mar 10, 2016 · 44 min · ★ 7.6
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 secrets of his own.
Starring: Joe Morton, Joelle Carter, Artemis Pebdani, Kate Burton
5x14 I See You
Mar 17, 2016 · 44 min · ★ 7.4
The gladiators have to look after themselves as Olivia spies on Jake. Susan and Mellie's campaigns starts to heat up.
With: George Newbern, Joe Morton, Joelle Carter, Artemis Pebdani
5x15 Pencils Down
Mar 24, 2016 · 44 min · ★ 7.6
Mellie manages to make a public gaffe whilst Olivia attempts to fix it. David Rosen looks for advice on dealing with his love triangle with Liz and Susan.
Directed by: Regina King · Written by: Chris Van Dusen · With: Joe Morton, Norm Lewis, Joelle Carter, Artemis Pebdani
5x16 The Miseducation of Susan Ross
Mar 31, 2016 · 44 min · ★ 8.0
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.
With: Joe Morton, Norm Lewis, Artemis Pebdani, Gregg Henry
5x17 Thwack!
Apr 7, 2016 · 44 min · ★ 8.0
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.
With: Joe Morton, Kimrie Lewis, Vanya Asher, Brian Letscher
5x18 Till Death Do Us Part
Apr 21, 2016 · 44 min · ★ 7.7
As 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.
Starring: George Newbern, Joe Morton, Joelle Carter, David Meunier
5x19 Buckle Up
Apr 28, 2016 · 44 min · ★ 7.3
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,
With: Joe Morton, Artemis Pebdani, Erica Shaffer, Gregg Henry
5x20 Trump Card
May 5, 2016 · 44 min · ★ 7.7
Olivia 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.
With: Joe Morton, Norm Lewis, Artemis Pebdani, Asante Jones
5x21 That's My Girl Season Finale
May 12, 2016 · 44 min · ★ 7.3
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.
With: Joe Morton, Norm Lewis, Kate Burton, Brian Letscher