When does Scandal return?

Scandal is an American political thriller television series starring Kerry Washington. It aired on ABC from April 5, 2012, until April 19, 2018, for 124 episodes over seven seasons. Kerry Washington's character, Olivia Pope, is partially based on former George H. W. Bush administration press aide Judy Smith. The show takes place in Washington, D.C. and focuses on Olivia Pope's crisis management firm.