Scandal: Season 6
The work of Olivia Pope's crisis management firm continues in Season 6 as Fitz leaves office and a new president steps in.
Season 6 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 5.
- 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.
Season overview
The work of Olivia Pope's crisis management firm continues in Season 6 as Fitz leaves office and a new president steps in.
Episode Guide
Season 6 Progress Shield
Survival of the Fittest
Jan 26, 2017 · 45 min
The election results for the presidential race between Mellie Grant and Francisco Vargas are announced, and the shocking results lead to an explosive outcome.
Hardball
Feb 2, 2017 · 44 min
After a tight race and shocking conclusion to the election, flashbacks reveal what happened on the campaign trail and just how far Olivia was willing to go to win. Meanwhile, Fitz
Fates Worse than Death
Feb 9, 2017 · 44 min
In the midst of a national crisis, Cyrus's fate is sealed. Meanwhile, Olivia and the gladiators will stop at nothing to get to the truth.
The Belt
Feb 16, 2017 · 44 min
Cyrus faces his ultimate challenge but continues to stop at nothing to prove his innocence. Meanwhile, Olivia and the gladiators uncover shocking new evidence about the night Frank
They All Bow Down
Mar 9, 2017 · 44 min
Jake and Vanessa's messy relationship poses a threat to the campaign, forcing Olivia to take action. Meanwhile, a game-changing revelation about the conspiracy surrounding Francisc
Extinction
Mar 16, 2017 · 45 min
Rowan is caught by surprise when someone from his past resurfaces, and Olivia has to make a life-changing decision about the campaign. Meanwhile, flashbacks reveal exactly what hap
A Traitor Among Us
Mar 23, 2017 · 44 min
After discovering new information about the assassination of Frankie Vargas, Olivia makes a shocking decision and asks Huck to complete one of the most difficult tasks yet.
A Stomach for Blood
Mar 30, 2017 · 44 min
The events leading up to election night are retold from Abby's perspective, revealing a formidable thirst for power and the explosive secret she's been keeping.
Dead in the Water
Apr 6, 2017 · 44 min
It's a race against the clock when Olivia and OPA's investigation into the conspiracy puts one of their own in grave danger.
The Decision
Apr 13, 2017 · 44 min
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 Fit
Trojan Horse
Apr 20, 2017 · 44 min
Olivia and the team are determined to bring down Peus, but as the Electoral College vote nears, the fight for power claims another victim.
Mercy
Apr 27, 2017 · 44 min
Just when Peus' iron grip seems inescapable to Olivia and everyone she holds dear, a shocking threat to the White House turns everything on its head.
The Box
May 4, 2017 · 43 min
As the future of the country hangs in the balance, Olivia and Fitz are at odds with Rowan, and Jake employs surprising tactics to manipulate the Mystery Woman.
Head Games
May 11, 2017 · 44 min
While outgoing President Fitz considers his legacy, the Gladiators question what's next for OPA, and Jake finally discovers the motivation behind Peus's and the Mystery Woman's rei
Tick Tock
May 18, 2017 · 44 min
As the clock ticks down to the inauguration of the first female President of the United States, Olivia takes a big risk to ensure Mellie's safety.
Transfer of Power
May 18, 2017 · 44 min
In the final days of his presidency, Fitz uses his power to make some unexpected changes.