The TV show Scorpion is an American action drama series created by Nick Santora that aired on CBS from September 22, 2014, to April 16, 2018, spanning four seasons with a total of 93 episodes
. The series is very loosely based on the life of Walter O'Brien, a self- proclaimed computer expert and executive producer of the show. It follows O'Brien and his team of super-geniuses who work as Homeland Security's last line of defense against complex, high-technology threats worldwide
. The main characters include Walter O'Brien (played by Elyes Gabel), Paige Dineen (Katharine McPhee), Tobias "Toby" Curtis (Eddie Kaye Thomas), Happy Quinn (Jadyn Wong), Sylvester "Sly" Dodd (Ari Stidham), and federal agent Cabe Gallo (Robert Patrick). The team uses their diverse skills in coding, engineering, psychology, and statistics to solve dangerous global problems and save lives
. The show blends action, drama, and science fiction elements, often featuring high-stakes missions such as preventing nuclear meltdowns, stopping cyber- attacks, and resolving international crises. Despite mixed critical reception, Scorpion was CBS's highest-rated drama for the key 18-49 demographic during its run and was noted for boosting the network's Monday night ratings significantly
. In summary, Scorpion is a high-octane drama about a genius-led team tackling extraordinary technological threats to national and global security, combining thrilling problem-solving with character-driven stories
