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Scandal Season 5 Episodes
Season 5 Episode Guide
21 Episodes 2015 - 2016
As the fifth season of this political drama unfolds, Olivia (Kerry Washington) and Fitz (Tony Goldwyn) have reunited romantically, and Mellie (Bellamy Young) eventually signs Fitz's divorce papers. However, Olivia grows increasingly uncomfortable when she's saddled with the type of tasks that are normally assigned to a First Lady. Meanwhile, Abby (Darby Stanchfield) proves to Olivia that she's fully capable of working in the White House, but she's displeased with duties that make her feel like Fitz's work wife. As the women keep taking on new roles, Mellie decides to tackle yet another one and runs for president of the United States.
Episode 1
Heavy Is the Head
Thu, Sep 24, 2015 60 mins
In the fifth-season opener, Olivia and Fitz are blissful about their reunion, but Cyrus, Mellie and Huck must face the repercussions of assisting Command. Meanwhile, a visiting queen hires Olivia to guard her family's privacy in the wake of a recent tragedy.
Episode 2
Yes
Thu, Oct 1, 2015 60 mins
Olivia and her team leave Washington, D.C., to work on a new case. Meanwhile, Abby receives surprising advice from a public-relations expert; and a driven Fitz sets out to uncover who's responsible for the recent turn of events.
Episode 3
Paris Is Burning
Thu, Oct 8, 2015 60 mins
Huge repercussions await Olivia and Fitz. Meanwhile, Mellie calls on an old pal to secure what she wants; and Abby demonstrates that she's suited to working at the White House.
Episode 4
Dog-Whistle Politics
Thu, Oct 15, 2015 60 mins
A familiar face returns to help Huck and Quinn deal with the media uproar Olivia is facing. Meanwhile, Jake comes across someone he never expected to see again; and Fitz learns the true value of mercy.
Episode 5
You Got Served
Thu, Oct 22, 2015 60 mins
Olivia needs backup to handle the latest crisis, but the person she turns to is an unlikely source. Meanwhile, Mellie and Cyrus try to manipulate things from the sidelines; and Jack is haunted by someone from his past.
Episode 6
Get Out of Jail, Free
Thu, Oct 29, 2015 60 mins
An outrageous plan is presented to Fitz and Olivia, but it could solve their problems. Meanwhile, Mellie's put on the hot seat when she's asked about her strained marriage; Olivia's team continue to defend her; and Susan Ross seeks advice from David.
Episode 7
Even the Devil Deserves a Second Chance
Thu, Nov 5, 2015 60 mins
Fitz works on his comeback with the American public and uncovers something shocking in the process. Meanwhile, Olivia focuses on hiding her personal secrets instead of tending to a new client; and Elizabeth North develops a new agenda.
Episode 8
Rasputin
Thu, Nov 12, 2015 60 mins
Olivia must make a judgment call about intel she receives as Fitz works on an important peace deal. Meanwhile, Huck's assistance allows Jake to inch closer to his target; and Cyrus refuses to sit back when he's excluded from the inner circle.
Episode 9
Baby, It's Cold Outside
Thu, Nov 19, 2015 60 mins
Olivia has new duties at the White House, and she finds them irksome. Elsewhere, Mellie demonstrates the impressive power she can yield; and Jake and Huck keep searching for Rowan.
Episode 10
It's Hard Out Here for a General
Thu, Feb 11, 2016 60 mins
Olivia adjusts to single life differently than Fitz six months after their breakup. Meanwhile, Pope and Associates tackle a case that may lead to the emergence of a national crisis.
Episode 11
The Candidate
Thu, Feb 18, 2016 60 mins
Abby and Cyrus clash over a profile piece on Fitz. Meanwhile, Mellie wants Olivia's help, but she doesn't realize what that encompasses; and Liz tries to persuade Susan Ross to become a presidential candidate.
Episode 12
Wild Card
Thu, Feb 25, 2016 60 mins
Cyrus designs a new master plan while Fitz is preoccupied. Elsewhere, Elizabeth manipulates David into organizing a strategy for her; and Olivia is puzzled by Jake's intentions as he steps into a leadership role with the NSA.
Episode 13
The Fish Rots From the Head
Thu, Mar 10, 2016 60 mins
Some Secret Service agents get into trouble and seek help from Olivia's team. Meanwhile, Abby struggles to keep Fitz in line; and Jake starts to divulge a few of his secrets.
Episode 14
I See You
Thu, Mar 17, 2016 60 mins
Olivia's team persevere without her as she focuses on spying on Jake. Meanwhile, tension rises as Susan's and Mellie's campaigns intensify; Abby is suspicious of Cyrus's true motives; and shock accompanies a blast from the past.
Episode 15
Pencils Down
Thu, Mar 24, 2016 60 mins
Mellie makes a public blunder and Olivia must repair things. Meanwhile, David needs guidance on how to proceed with his love triangle involving Liz and Susan; and vital info about Jake's new love interest is revealed to Olivia's team.
Episode 16
The Miseducation of Susan Ross
Thu, Mar 31, 2016 60 mins
Damaging info on an opponent falls into Olivia's hands after the first Republican debate, so she has her team investigate its legitimacy. Meanwhile, David must handle the ramifications of his romantic life; and Cyrus moves forward with his own agenda.
Episode 17
Thwack!
Thu, Apr 7, 2016 60 mins
Backstabbing abounds as election season heats up, but a potential leak spooks several candidates, which forces temporary alliances among adversaries to keep their agendas hidden and reputations intact until the coast is clear to start beating each other up again.
Episode 18
Till Death Do Us Part
Thu, Apr 21, 2016 60 mins
Olivia uncovers the details about Jake and Rowan's plot and must make an agonizing choice as she attempts to thwart it. Meanwhile, Jake's origins with B6-13 are revealed through flashbacks.
Episode 19
Buckle Up
Thu, Apr 28, 2016 60 mins
Florida's powerful governor meets with the candidates, who compete for her endorsement. Meanwhile, Abby and Olivia's spin war could hurt their candidates; and Cyrus has to make a potentially life-changing decision.
Episode 20
Trump Card
Thu, May 5, 2016 60 mins
Though Olivia and Abby are at odds, they must team up in order to defeat Hollis. Elsewhere, Edison realizes that joining forces with a manipulative Rowan and Jake may have been a poor choice on his part.
Episode 21
That's My Girl
Thu, May 12, 2016 60 mins
In the fifth-season finale, running mates are selected by the presidential candidates. Meanwhile, Olivia gets into an alarming situation; and the election could be upended by harmful info given to Cyrus.
