Ep 1. Sweet Baby

On a rainy night in Washington D.C., we are introduced to Olivia Pope, a former White House Communications Director who has started her own crisis management firm. Olivia is a master of her craft and has a reputation for solving even the most complicated and high-stakes problems.

The episode begins with a flashback to Olivia's time in the White House, where we see her advising President Fitzgerald Grant on how to handle a potentially explosive situation involving a military journalist who is threatening to release a damaging story. Olivia's advice is unorthodox but effective, and she saves the day.

In the present day, Olivia and her team are called upon to help a young woman named Amanda Tanner, who has been caught up in a scandal involving Senator Samuel Reston. Amanda claims that she had an affair with the Senator and that he is the father of her unborn child. However, Senator Reston denies the allegations and his team launches a smear campaign against Amanda in the media.

Olivia and her team dive into the case and quickly discover that things are not as they seem. Amanda's story is full of holes, and there is evidence that suggests that she may be lying. However, Olivia is convinced that there is more to the story and resolves to get to the bottom of it.

As Olivia investigates further, she uncovers a web of lies and deceit that implicates several powerful people in Washington D.C. She also discovers that Amanda's story is just the tip of the iceberg and that there are other women who have been victims of Senator Reston's predatory behavior.

Meanwhile, Olivia's personal life is thrown into turmoil when she is contacted by Stephen Finch, an old flame who is now working for the Senator's campaign. Stephen wants Olivia's help in finding out who leaked damaging information to the press, but Olivia is torn between her loyalty to Amanda and her feelings for Stephen.

As the episode reaches its climax, Olivia and her team are able to uncover the truth behind Amanda's story and are able to clear her name. However, the fallout from the scandal puts Olivia and her team in the crosshairs of several powerful people who will stop at nothing to protect their interests.

Overall, Scandal season 1 episode 1 is a gripping and engaging introduction to the world of Olivia Pope and her team of crisis management experts. The episode is full of intrigue, drama, and suspense, and sets the stage for an exciting season ahead. Whether you're a fan of political dramas or just love a good scandal, this episode is sure to hook you from the very beginning.