Fair rating?Scandal· Season 2 · Episode 16
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Olivia finds herself in the middle of a media storm, but this time she's on the opposing side of the oval office when Fitz's pick for Supreme Court Justice is caught in a torrid affair with Liv's new client, high-powered CEO Sarah Stanner. Meanwhile, Olivia and Jake continue their flirtatious relationship, while Huck takes Quinn under his wing and Harrison and Abby try to figure out where they stand with their friendship. Back in the White House, Cyrus and Mellie continue to fight for Fitz's attention, but someone else may already have it.
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#8In Season 2of 22 rated episodes
#13All-timeof 124 rated episodes
+0.2vs season avgSeason 2 averages 7.4
2013First airedMarch 21, 2013
Guest stars
Scott Foleyas Jake Ballard
Sharmila Devaras Lauren Wellman
Dinora Walcottas Reporter Carol
Reece Riosas Reporter Peter
Samantha Sloyanas Jeanine Locke
Kurt Fulleras Grayden Osborne
Michael Patrick McGillas Clerk
Lisa Edelsteinas Sarah Stanner
Jay Karnesas Phil Stanner
Alan Brooksas Chairman Mike Snedeker
Ursula Burtonas Female ClassmateKeith Chandleras Local Newscaster #1
Alex Marshall-Brownas Hostage #1
Saidah Arrika Ekulonaas SamanthaCrew
Steve RobinDirector
Heather MitchellWriterShows like Scandal
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