Scandal (2012)
Scandal is streaming in New Zealand on Disney Plus.
The verdict
Scandal is a dependable English series — it does what it sets out to do. It carries a 7.2/10 on TMDB across 623 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. In New Zealand you can stream it on Disney Plus.
Is it worth starting?
This is 7 seasons deep — English drama. There's a lot of it, which is either the appeal or the problem depending on your week.
- Why
- 7.2/10 from 623 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- a backlog this size is the opposite of what you're after
- Best for
- A proper binge, once you've got the weeks for it
Story
Everyone has secrets and Olivia Pope has dedicated her life to protecting and defending the public images of the elite by keeping those secrets under wraps. Pope and her team are at the top of their game when it comes to getting the job done for their clients, but it becomes apparent that these "gladiators in suits," who specialize in fixing the lives of other people, have trouble fixing those closest at hand -- their own.
Good to know
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Shonda Rhimes
Cast
Where to watch in New Zealand
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 24 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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