Scandal: A Shocking and Wrongful Incident Season 5 Episode 7 Even the Devil Deserves a Second Chance
- TV-14
- November 5, 2015
- 43 min
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7.7 (376)
Olivia Pope is back in action on Scandal season 5 episode 7 titled "Even the Devil Deserves a Second Chance." In this episode, the focus is on Huck's past and his strained relationship with his family.
The episode begins with Huck getting a surprise visit from his wife, Kim. She is desperate for his help as their son, Javi, has been arrested for shoplifting. Huck is torn between wanting to help his wife and son, and his fear of exposing them to his dangerous past. Kim convinces him to come to Javi's hearing, and Huck is forced to confront his past demons.
Meanwhile, Olivia is dealing with the aftermath of her father's escape from prison. She is struggling to trust anyone, including her team and her boyfriend, Jake. She meets with David Rosen, who tells her that he has a lead on her father's whereabouts. However, he also warns her that they need to be careful as her father is a dangerous man with resources at his disposal.
As the episode progresses, Huck's past is revealed through flashbacks. We learn that Huck's real name is Diego Munoz and he was once a member of B613, the government's secret spy organization. He was trained to be a ruthless killer and was forced to do unspeakable things. Huck eventually escaped from B613, but his family was caught in the crossfire. His wife was killed, and his son was taken away from him and put into witness protection.
Huck is able to help his son get out of jail, but the reunion is short-lived when Javi realizes that Huck is not actually his uncle, as he has been led to believe. Huck is forced to come clean about his past and his real identity. Javi is understandably angry and upset, but Huck is able to persuade him to give him a second chance.
The episode ends with Olivia meeting with her father in a secret location. She confronts him about manipulating her and putting her in danger, but he assures her that he did it all to protect her. However, Olivia is not convinced and warns him that if he ever puts her in danger again, she will have him killed.
Overall, "Even the Devil Deserves a Second Chance" is a tense and emotional episode that sheds light on Huck's past and explores the complicated relationship between fathers and their children. The episode also sets the stage for future conflicts between Olivia and her father, as well as between Huck and his family. It's a must-watch for fans of the show who want to learn more about the characters they love.