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The Best Episodes of The Scandal

Every episode of The Scandal ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Scandal!

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In Joseon, a secret proposal ignites hidden desires in a gifted noblewoman, a famed lover and an unsuspecting lady caught in their dangerous game.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Scandal Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Lady Cho masks her unease when Lord Yoo takes a young concubine for an heir. Later, she writes to her cousin Cho Won with an idea.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Scandal Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    5.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Lady Cho and Cho Won, the era's most notorious seducer, begin a dangerous game. They set their sights on a virtuous woman who may not bend so easily.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Scandal Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    5.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Cho Won approaches Hui-yeon directly, stirring her grief and testing her faith. He then provokes Lady Cho with a move that could give him the upper hand.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Scandal Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    5.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Cho Won once hid his longing for Lady Cho with nights spent with courtesans, yet the void remained. As he pursues Hui-yeon, his facade begins to fade.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Scandal Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    4.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Lady Cho exploits So-ok's secret feelings for another man. Meanwhile, complicated emotions overwhelm Cho Won as his relationship with Hui-yeon deepens.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Scandal Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    4.0/10(1 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    Lady Cho warns Cho Won that the bet will stain his honor and family name — but he vows to see their dangerous game through as feelings grow.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Scandal Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #7 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    Cho Won and Hui-yeon grow closer as they enjoy a brief respite together away from the public eye — until a royal order threatens their peace.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Scandal Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #8 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    As the scheme spirals out of control, Lady Cho faces a reckoning with Cho Won and Hui-yeon. How far will she go to see her plan through to the end?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "The Scandal". It scored 6/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/18/2026. This episode scored 1.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 2".