In its first season, Scandal drew mediocre ratings and was nearly cancelled. ABC likely brought it back because they need new dramas and are hoping that the ratings would improve in season two. Will they be glad that they took the risk? Time will tell.
The second season of Scandal typically airs Thursday nights at 10pm on the ABC network. The cast includes Kerry Washington, Bellamy Young, Columbus Short, Darby Stanchfield, Guillermo Diaz, Jeff Perry, Joshua Malina, Katie Lowes, and Tony Goldwyn.
Below are the TV show’s ratings for the 2012-13 season, the best way to tell if Scandal is going to be cancelled or renewed for a second season.
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Final season averages: 2.5 rating in the 18-49 demographic with 7.53 million total viewers. (adjusted average due to transposed number for second episode)
Episode 02-22: Thursday, 05/16/13
3.2 in the demo (0% change) with 9.12 million (+3% change).
Season averages: 2.50 in the demo with 7.48 million.
UPDATE: ABC has renewed this show for a third season for 2013-14.
Episode 02-21: Thursday, 05/09/13
3.2 in the demo (+23% change) with 8.87 million (+10% change).
Season averages: 2.47 in the demo with 7.40 million.
Episode 02-20: Thursday, 05/02/13
2.6 in the demo (-7% change) with 8.07 million (+2% change).
Season averages: 2.43 in the demo with 7.33 million.
Episode 02-19: Thursday, 04/25/13
2.8 in the demo (+8% change) with 7.90 million (-2% change).
Season averages: 2.42 in the demo with 7.29 million.
Episode 02-18: Thursday, 04/04/13
2.6 in the demo (0% change) with 8.04 million (+1% change).
Season averages: 2.40 in the demo with 7.25 million.
Episode 02-17: Thursday, 03/28/13
2.6 in the demo (-4% change) with 7.97 million (-6% change).
Season averages: 2.39 in the demo with 7.21 million.
Episode 02-16: Thursday, 03/21/13
2.7 in the demo (0% change) with 8.51 million (+11% change).
Season averages: 2.38 in the demo with 7.16 million.
Episode 02-15: Thursday, 02/21/13
2.7 in the demo (0% change) with 7.68 million (-4% change).
Season averages: 2.35 in the demo with 7.07 million.
Episode 02-14: Thursday, 02/14/13
2.7 in the demo (-4% change) with 8.02 million (-2% change).
Season averages: 2.33 in the demo with 7.03 million.
Episode 02-13: Thursday, 02/07/13
2.8 in the demo (+4% change) with 8.14 million (+1% change).
Season averages: 2.30 in the demo with 6.95 million.
Episode 02-12: Thursday, 01/31/13
2.7 in the demo (+4% change) with 8.09 million (+2% change).
Season averages: 2.26 in the demo with 6.85 million.
Episode 02-11: Thursday, 01/17/13
2.6 in the demo (-7% change) with 7.93 million (-5% change).
Season averages: 2.22 in the demo with 6.74 million.
Episode 02-10: Thursday, 01/10/13
2.8 in the demo (+17% change) with 8.37 million (+17% change).
Season averages: 2.18 in the demo with 6.62 million.
Episode 02-09: Thursday, 12/13/12
2.4 in the demo (-4% change) with 7.14 million (-3% change).
Season averages: 2.11 in the demo with 6.43 million.
Episode 02-08: Thursday, 12/06/12
2.5 in the demo (+14% change) with 7.39 million (+11% change).
Season averages: 2.08 in the demo with 6.34 million.
Episode 02-07: Thursday, 11/29/12
2.2 in the demo (+10% change) with 6.64 million (+10% change).
Season averages: 2.01 in the demo with 6.19 million.
Episode 02-06: Thursday, 11/15/12
2.0 in the demo (+5% change) with 6.02 million (-1% change).
Season averages: 1.98 in the demo with 6.11 million.
Episode 02-05: Thursday, 11/08/12
1.9 in the demo (-5% change) with 6.06 million (-1% change).
Season averages: 1.98 in the demo with 6.13 million.
UPDATE: ABC has ordered a full season of 22 episodes.
Episode 02-04: Thursday, 10/25/12
2.0 in the demo (+5% change) with 6.11 million (-1% change).
Season averages: 2.00 in the demo with 6.14 million.
Episode 02-03: Thursday, 10/18/12
1.9 in the demo (-5% change) with 6.17 million (+11% change).
Season averages: 2.00 in the demo with 6.16 million.
Episode 02-02: Thursday, 10/04/12
2.0 in the demo (-5% change) with 5.65 million (-1.3% change).
Season averages: 2.05 in the demo with 6.15 million.
Episode 02-01: Thursday, 09/27/12
2.1 rating in the 18-49 demographic with 6.74 million total viewers.
Season averages: 2.10 in the demo with 6.74 million.
Year-to-year, the season premiere of Scandal was up by 5% in the demo (vs a 2.0 rating) and down by 8% in viewers (vs 7.33 million).
Reference point: The 2011-12 season averaged a 2.0 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 7.02 million viewers.
Note: These ratings are collected by the Nielsen company and are the final national numbers. These are different from the fast affiliate numbers which are just estimates of the actual ratings and are reported on by most other outlets. The final nationals are typically released within 24 hours of the programming or, in the case of weekends and holidays, a couple days later.
What do you think? Do you still like the Scandal TV series? Do you think it should be cancelled or renewed for a third season?
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Just started watching and absolutely hooked ! Cant wait for more
I am hooked on this show!!! I didnt watch it last year but decided to watch one show on HULU to give it a try. I was instantly hooked and stayed up until 5:30am in the morning to watch all of series one. The next night I watched all of seriese 2 and am now current and cannot wait until episode # 13 aires this week Feb 7th. Im sad that there are only 3 more episodes until the end of the season.
Please do not cancel this show !!!
This show is one of the best on TV. I as well as everyone I kn hooked on this program. It has everything anyone would want to see in a program….it invokes every emotion we humans can experience. This program must continue for years to come. ABC needs a strong program and this is the one we need.
I love this show – I’ve been addicted since day 1! I hope it stays on the air for years to come. The story line, the drama, the acting – everything about this show is amazing. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE!!! Kerry Washington, she is outstanding in her role as Olivia Pope.
This show has renewed my hope in exciting TV! I really enjoy this show, it has amazing acting and a great looking cast! Please keep this show running
My husband and I look forward to the TV show Scandal every week. Although the fast talking show is sometimes difficult to understand, we enjoy every minute. We think that the show should be renewed for a 3rd year.
Scandal should def stay! Love this show…so sick of reality TV! I would love to see Scandal run for years, it has the capability to do so. I just worry about the writers ability to keep it fresh and maintain the shows suspense level for that long.
This is my favorite show this year. I did not get a chance to watch it last season but enjoyed the trailers. I am estatic that I am able to enjoy the drama this season. Thanks ABC, writers, actors and creator of this show of course all the unsung heros in production, on cameras, set, etc. It gives me a many others something to look forward to each week. Its a great escape! Thanks Again!
Great show,do not cancel please!!!
Scandal should stay! More deliciousness from Shonda Rhymes!
It’s a great show! Love it…keep it going
This show is the best show on prime time !!
I do not watch specific TV shows very often, BUT I never miss Scandal. The acting is amazing!!! Please DO NOT cancel this show!!!
FAVORITE SHOW ON TV!!! I love Kerry Washington! Don’t cancel!!!
Love the show!!!! One of the best ever! Tony Goldwyn superb…great script and wonderful acting …Kerry Washington bravo…chemistry between Washington and Goldwyn one of the best ever on TV and as a racially mixed duo a great advancement for all…