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‘Suits L.A’ Is Filled with Twists, Turns & Tributes But Is It Worth the Watch? Here, My Honest Review

Spoiler: I'm already obsessed

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When Suits originally ran from 2011 to 2019, it developed a cult following that resulted in nine successful seasons. The show made a comeback when it was added to Netflix in 2023 (especially since it starred Meghan Markle), which prompted creator Aaron Korsch to develop a new legal drama set in the same universe, Suits L.A. 

Well, the brand-new NBC series has finally arrived, and let me tell you, I was pleasantly surprised by the first episode. Not only did Suits L.A. pay tribute to the original series, but it also offered a fresh perspective and new twists that will surely please fans.

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There are three reasons why I loved the first episode of Suits L.A. First of all, it has the same feel as the original Suits. There’s fast-paced dialogue that requires 100 percent of your attention. Each episode focuses on a multitude of cases, in addition to the personal and professional relationships between each attorney. 

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Secondly, the characters are different, but they’re kinda the same. There’s a Harvey Specter-like male lead, Ted Black (Stephen Amell), along with a Mike Ross-like underdog, Rick Dodsen (Bryan Greenberg). There’s a badass Scottie-inspired attorney, Erica Rollins (Lex Scott Davis). And of course, there’s a quirky yet intimidating lawyer named Stuart Lane (Josh McDermitt) who is awfully similar to Louis Litt.

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And lastly, Suits L.A. builds upon the original premise with new twists that make it feel exciting. I won’t give too much away, but the first episode has multiple surprises I didn’t see coming. Plus, the flashbacks provide a mystery element that leaves me wanting more. (Don’t even get me started on that twist at the end of the first episode.)

It’s safe to say I’ll be tuning into every episode of Suits L.A. when they air on Sundays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on NBC. 

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