Scandal.s04 Review

While still a powerhouse for ABC's "TGIT" lineup, Season 4 saw a slight dip in average viewership compared to the peak of Season 3, though it remained a social media juggernaut.

Season 4 was notable for tackling real-world social issues with more directness than previous installments. Scandal.S04

The fourth season of , the hit political thriller created by Shonda Rhimes, marked a significant turning point for Olivia Pope and her team of "gladiators." Premiering on September 25, 2014, on ABC, the season shifted from the frantic high-stakes fixer cases of earlier years toward a deeply personal and psychologically intense exploration of power, trauma, and identity. The Vanishing of Olivia Pope While still a powerhouse for ABC's "TGIT" lineup,

Season 4 saw the departure of Columbus Short (Harrison) and the promotion of Portia de Rossi (Elizabeth North) to a series regular. The Vanishing of Olivia Pope Season 4 saw

The shadow organization B613 remained the primary antagonist throughout the season. The constant "chess match" between Olivia and her father, Rowan Pope ( Joe Morton ), reached a fever pitch. The season finale, "You Can't Take Back the Past," saw the definitive (if temporary) dismantling of B613, but at a massive cost to Olivia’s soul and her relationship with the people around her.