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The Worst Episodes of Scandal

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...

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  1. Background image for Day 101
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    #1 - Day 101

    S7:E3

    During the first 100 days of Mellie’s presidency, Fitz stays out of the limelight in Vermont where he takes up life as an ordinary citizen for the first time in years. Marcus joins the former POTUS to begin important work on the Fitzgerald Grant III Presidential Library.

    Director:Scott Foley
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    #2 - Lost Girls

    S7:E4

    While Liv is busy running the free world, the team at QPA works with an unexpected client to solve an important case. At the White House, Mellie prepares for the upcoming Nuclear Summit with President Rashad and Prime Minister Nazari.

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    #3 - Adventures in Babysitting

    S7:E5

    Olivia and Mellie assert their power like never before; Cyrus works on congressional approval to declare war in Bashran; a close watch is kept on President Rashad's niece.

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    #4 - The Noise

    S7:E15

    When Charlie is taken into custody for the hijacking of Air Force Two, Quinn is faced with an important choice. Meanwhile, Cyrus is pulling the strings behind closed doors and sets out to recruit Jake to join him on his quest for the White House.

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    6.3/10(6 votes)

    #5 - Ride, Sally, Ride

    S3:E11

    The White House deals with a bombshell announcement from Sally Langston. Meanwhile, Olivia finds herself in a challenging new role.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  6. Background image for It’s Good to Be Kink
    6.3/10(6 votes)

    #6 - It’s Good to Be Kink

    S4:E16

    Olivia springs into action when she hears of a woman intending to expose sex secrets of some of DC’s most elite. Meanwhile, Elizabeth fears that Mellie’s sister could be detrimental to their political aspirations.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Matt Byrne
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    6.3/10(3 votes)

    #7 - Vampires and Bloodsuckers

    S7:E6

    The Gladiators gather to celebrate Quinn and Charlie's wedding day; Cyrus, Mellie, and Jake deal with a new crisis in the Middle East.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  9. Background image for The Fluffer
    6.4/10(6 votes)

    #8 - The Fluffer

    S3:E16

    Abby steps in as Olivia’s proxy and takes on duties at the White House. Meanwhile, the team continues to investigate B613, and someone throws a wrench in Reston’s presidential campaign.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  10. Background image for No Sun on the Horizon
    6.5/10(6 votes)

    #9 - No Sun on the Horizon

    S3:E13

    A well prepared Fitz gets thrown a curve ball during the first presidential debate, Olivia receives shocking news and is forced to make an extremely difficult decision, and the gladiators work with a powerful CEO accused of murder. Meanwhile, one dirty little secret could lead to deadly consequences.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Matt Byrne
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    6.5/10(4 votes)

    #10 - Till Death Do Us Part

    S5:E18

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  12. Background image for That's My Girl
    6.5/10(4 votes)

    #11 - That's My Girl

    S5:E21

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #12 - The Decision

    S6:E10

    With the ugly truth behind Frankie's assassination revealed, a torn Olivia wonders how different her life — and the country — would be if she, Mellie and Cyrus had never rigged Fitz's election.

    Director:Sharat Raju
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    6.5/10(2 votes)

    #13 - Over a Cliff

    S7:E18

    With the existence of B613 exposed to the world, the Gladiators make the ultimate sacrifice in order to take down Cyrus and Jake – but how far will they go to get justice?

    Director:Tom Verica
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  15. Background image for Dirty Little Secrets
    6.6/10(13 votes)

    #14 - Dirty Little Secrets

    S1:E2

    Olivia and her team must keep a DC madam's client list under wraps when she comes under investigation, leading to the firm protecting many of DC's most influential. Meanwhile, Quinn must continue to deal with the President's former intern.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    6.7/10(6 votes)

    #15 - Wild Card

    S5:E12

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  17. Background image for Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
    6.8/10(6 votes)

    #16 - Kiss Kiss Bang Bang

    S3:E14

    Sally sets a meeting with the NRA which sends the White House into a tailspin. Olivia and Huck come to shocking realizations and a surprising person asks for help from Pope and Associates.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  18. Background image for Baby, It's Cold Outside
    6.8/10(5 votes)

    #17 - Baby, It's Cold Outside

    S5:E9

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  19. Background image for The Fish Rots from the Head
    6.8/10(6 votes)

    #18 - The Fish Rots from the Head

    S5:E13

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  20. Background image for Buckle Up
    6.8/10(4 votes)

    #19 - Buckle Up

    S5:E19

    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,

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  21. Background image for Say Hello to My Little Friend
    7.0/10(5 votes)

    #20 - Say Hello to My Little Friend

    S3:E4

    With Pope & Associates still struggling to find clients, the team decides to take on a philandering senator who enjoys taking photos of his not so public areas. Meanwhile, Mellie gets involved in her own scandal with Democratic Congresswoman Josephine Marcus.

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  22. Background image for We Do Not Touch the First Ladies
    7.0/10(6 votes)

    #21 - We Do Not Touch the First Ladies

    S3:E12

    Old feelings and jealousies arise at a Presidential event causing Fitz to face a harsh reality. Meanwhile, Quinn tries to prove herself to B613 and Leo Bergen sets up a meeting between Sally and an old friend.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  23. Background image for Inside the Bubble
    7.0/10(5 votes)

    #22 - Inside the Bubble

    S4:E3

    An old friend returns for help after her daughter goes missing, Cyrus has an awkward run in during a business breakfast, and Jake uses his connections to get some answers. Meanwhile, Mellie becomes obsessed with a national news story and David goes to great lengths to prove himself.

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  24. Background image for I See You
    7.0/10(5 votes)

    #23 - I See You

    S5:E14

    The gladiators have to look after themselves as Olivia spies on Jake. Susan and Mellie's campaigns starts to heat up.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  25. Background image for Pencils Down
    7.0/10(5 votes)

    #24 - Pencils Down

    S5:E15

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  26. Background image for Trump Card
    7.0/10(4 votes)

    #25 - Trump Card

    S5:E20

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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Worst Episodes Summary

"Day 101" is the worst rated episode of "Scandal". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Scott Foley and written by Zahir McGhee, it aired on 10/19/2017. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Lost Girls".