Scandal: Season 4
Season 4 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Scandal Season 3.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 4 Progress Shield
Randy, Red, Superfreak and Julia
Sep 25, 2014
Nearly two months after Olivia and Jake boarded a private jet to stand in the sun together, everything has changed. With another four years in the White House, Fitz and Cyrus are d
The State of the Union
Oct 2, 2014
In order for Fitz to make the biggest impact with his State of the Union address on gun control, Cyrus sets out to recruit a power couple who are influential on the issue. Meanwhil
Inside the Bubble
Oct 9, 2014
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. Meanwhil
Like Father, Like Daughter
Oct 16, 2014
Fitz asks Olivia to shut down a situation that could destroy the Grant family's reputation. Meanwhile, Rowan calls on an old friend to do his dirty work.
The Key
Oct 23, 2014
Olivia and the team continue to investigate Catherine's case, but Olivia is distracted when Jake stops returning her calls. Meanwhile, Cyrus falls deeper into the rabbit hole with
An Innocent Man
Oct 30, 2014
Olivia is summoned by a convicted assassin who claims he was wrongly accused, and Mellie becomes intrigued by a former first lady whose stories seem to be strikingly similar to her
Baby Made a Mess
Nov 6, 2014
Olivia, still unable to believe that Jake is guilty, sets her eyes on Tom for additional information, and when Leo Bergen's newest client causes a gut wrenching reaction, her assoc
The Last Supper
Nov 13, 2014
Fitz and Jake continue to fight over Olivia, but Olivia needs them to focus on the real prize, taking down Command. Meanwhile, Huck longs to connect with his family and Quinn conti
Where the Sun Don't Shine
Nov 20, 2014
Command is always two steps ahead and everyone in Olivia's life is in danger. Meanwhile, Cyrus is forced to face the consequences of his behavior, and Huck and Quinn finally figure
Run
Jan 29, 2015
The winter premiere picks up right where the finale left off, this time from Olivia's point of view. Exactly what happened when Jake went to the bedroom? Who took Olivia and where
Where's the Black Lady?
Feb 5, 2015
With Olivia still missing, the team comes together to do whatever it takes to find her and get her home safely.
Gladiators Don't Run
Feb 12, 2015
As the gladiators watch from a far, countries around the world begin to bid on Olivia Pope. Meanwhile, Andrew and Fitz go toe to toe.
No More Blood
Feb 19, 2015
As the bidding for Olivia Pope continues, the gladiators fight to save her but The White House fears that they may lose her for good.
The Lawn Chair
Mar 5, 2015
A tragedy in D.C. gains national attention and the White House must deal with their problematic VP.
The Testimony of Diego Muñoz
Mar 12, 2015
David Rosen is caught off guard when a surprise visitor reveals insider information about B613 that could take down the White House and destroy Pope & Associates.
It's Good to Be Kink
Mar 19, 2015
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 detrimenta
Put a Ring on It
Mar 26, 2015
When Michael gets himself in a bad situation, the Gladiators launch into damage control and put pressure on Cyrus to move up the wedding. Meanwhile, David takes the first step in e
Honor Thy Father
Apr 2, 2015
David tries to recruit former B613 agents to strengthen his case. Meanwhile, a congressman asks Olivia to help his father escape his looming death penalty.
I'm Just a Bill
Apr 16, 2015
With Rowan back in town, the stakes are at an all-time high for the team trying to take down B613. Meanwhile, Olivia gets a call that the mayor's wife has been murdered and is aske
First Lady Sings the Blues
Apr 23, 2015
The team taking down B613 is in serious danger and forced to take drastic measures to ensure their safety. In the White House, Mellie is mortified when the nation turns against her
A Few Good Women
May 7, 2015
Vice President Ross continues to defy the Grant administration when she hires Olivia Pope to defend a woman in the Navy. Meanwhile, Quinn and Huck must do what they do best to get
You Can't Take Command
May 14, 2015
Everything comes to a head when Olivia and the team finally make some big moves to take down Command, and Mellie's fate is sealed as the election results are announced.