Scorpion (2014)

Kernel Score: 91% · 4,113 ratings

Genres: Action & Adventure, Drama, Crime

First aired: 2014-09-22

Seasons: 4 · 93 episodes

Is Scorpion worth watching?

Worth watching. A team of high-IQ misfits works for the government on tech threats. It's fast, silly and charming, and the cast is likeable even when the science is absurd.

Watch it if you

  • like quick, upbeat action shows with a team
  • enjoy geniuses solving problems
  • want easy viewing that doesn't demand much

Skip it if you

  • care about realistic science
  • dislike formula storylines

Best for: Easy binge weekend

Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.

Where to watch Scorpion

  • Stream: Paramount+, Philo
  • Free with ads: Paramount+
  • Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

Eccentric genius Walter O’Brien and his team of brilliant misfits comprise the last line of defense against complex, high-tech threats of the modern age. As Homeland Security’s new think tank, O’Brien’s “Scorpion” team includes Toby Curtis, an expert behaviorist who can read anyone; Happy Quinn, a mechanical prodigy; and Sylvester Dodd, a statistics guru.

Scorpion parents' guide: ages 8+

Parents need to know that Scorpion is a TV-14 action drama about genius misfits solving high-tech national security threats with moderate action violence.

  • Violence & scariness: Some — Action-oriented plots involving national security threats include moderate peril, consistent with TV-14.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-14 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

Shows like Scorpion

If you liked Scorpion, these are the shows we'd watch next.

  • Person of Interest (2011) — 89%: Smart team using technology to stop threats
  • Chuck (2007) — 86%: Light, clever spy-ish series with likeable misfits
  • MacGyver (1985) — 86%: Problem-solving hero who wins with brains
  • Eureka (2006) — 88%: Quirky genius town full of crazy problems
  • The Good Doctor (2017) — 92%: Brilliant, socially different lead at the heart
  • Mr. Robot (2015) — 89%: Darker take on hackers fighting a system

Cast

  • Elyes Gabel as Walter O'Brien
  • Katharine McPhee as Paige Dineen
  • Jadyn Wong as Happy Quinn
  • Eddie Kaye Thomas as Toby Curtis
  • Ari Stidham as Sylvester Dodd
  • Riley B. Smith as Ralph Dineen
  • Robert Patrick as Cabe Gallo

Scorpion FAQ

Is Scorpion worth watching?

Worth watching. A team of high-IQ misfits works for the government on tech threats. It's fast, silly and charming, and the cast is likeable even when the science is absurd.

Where can I watch Scorpion?

In the US you can stream Scorpion on Paramount+ and Philo, watch it free with ads on Paramount+ and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.

Is Scorpion OK for kids?

Scorpion is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Scorpion is a TV-14 action drama about genius misfits solving high-tech national security threats with moderate action violence.

What shows are like Scorpion?

If you liked Scorpion, try Person of Interest, Chuck, MacGyver and Eureka.