How Long Does It Take to Watch Scandal?
2012 · 7 Seasons · 124 Episodes · Total Runtime: 91h 8m (5,468 mins)
5,468 minutes of non-stop content across all 124 episodes.
Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 91.1 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 46 days.
Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.
Finish by approximately Dec 27, 2026 if starting today.
Viewing Pace & Completion Dates
Estimate when you will complete the series based on your daily viewing commitment starting today (November 11, 2026):
Casual (1 hr/day)
Estimated completion:
Feb 11, 2027
Standard (2 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Dec 27, 2026
Dedicated (4 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Dec 4, 2026
Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)
Estimated completion:
Nov 23, 2026
Watch Time at Higher Playback Speeds
If you listen to commentary or watch at accelerated speeds on streaming apps:
Season-by-Season Runtime Breakdown
| Season | Episodes | Total Runtime | Avg Length | Share of Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 Shortest Season | 7 episodes | 5h 10m (310 mins) | 44 mins/ep | |
| Season 2 Longest Season | 22 episodes | 16h 13m (973 mins) | 44 mins/ep | |
| Season 3 | 18 episodes | 13h 12m (792 mins) | 44 mins/ep | |
| Season 4 | 22 episodes | 16h 8m (968 mins) | 44 mins/ep | |
| Season 5 | 21 episodes | 15h 25m (925 mins) | 44 mins/ep | |
| Season 6 | 16 episodes | 11h 45m (705 mins) | 44 mins/ep | |
| Season 7 | 18 episodes | 13h 15m (795 mins) | 44 mins/ep |
Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching Scandal
Can I binge-watch Scandal in a single weekend?
Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 91.1 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 46 days. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; Scandal contains 91h 8m of episodes.
How long does it take to watch all seasons of Scandal at 2 hours a day?
At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 46 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Dec 27, 2026.
Which season of Scandal is the longest?
Season 2 is the longest season with a total runtime of 16h 13m across 22 episodes.
How many total hours and episodes are in Scandal?
The series consists of 124 episodes across 7 seasons, totaling 91h 8m (5,468 minutes) of screen time.