When Is The Next Scandal Episode Coming Out

Okay, Gladiators, let's get real.

We all know the burning question. It's the one that keeps us up at night. When, oh WHEN, is the next Scandal episode dropping?

Seriously, Where's Olivia Pope When We Need Her?

I know, I know. Scandal ended in 2018. Deep breaths, people. I’m aware.

But let's be honest. Doesn't it feel like we're living in a constant Scandal episode now? Politics, drama, backstabbing…the whole shebang!

I mean, someone get Olivia Pope on the phone. We need her white hat STAT.

My Unpopular Opinion (Brace Yourselves!)

Here's where things might get a little spicy. I'm about to say something that could be considered TV blasphemy.

Ready? inhales deeply

Maybe…just maybe…we don't need a Scandal reboot. Gasp!

Hear me out! Scandal was perfect. It was a time capsule of soapy, political goodness. Revisiting it could ruin the magic.

Plus, think about it. The real world is giving us enough plot twists and scandalous behavior. We're basically living the sequel. Just without the awesome outfits and killer dialogue (mostly).

"I'm not saying I wouldn't watch a Scandal reunion special. I'm just saying...maybe some things are best left untouched." - Me, probably regretting this later.

What Are We Supposed To Watch Instead?!

Alright, alright, I get it. You need your Shonda Rhimes fix. I do too!

Luckily, she's been busy. We've got Grey's Anatomy (still going strong!), How to Get Away with Murder, and Bridgerton.

And let's not forget Inventing Anna! Talk about a con artist worthy of Olivia Pope's attention!

Plus, there's a whole world of amazing political dramas out there. House of Cards, The West Wing, Madam Secretary...the list goes on.

The Truth Is Out There (Probably On Hulu)

So, to answer the original question: no, there's no new Scandal episode coming out anytime soon (that we know of!).

But don't despair! We can always rewatch the old episodes. Relive the glory days of Olivia and Fitz.

Binge-watching is basically a national pastime, right?

And who knows? Maybe one day Shonda Rhimes will surprise us all. Maybe Kerry Washington will dust off her power suits.

Until then, we can keep dreaming. And maybe write some fan fiction. (No shame!)

Because let’s face it, we’re all just Gladiators in suits, trying to survive the real-life Scandal that is…well, everything.