The legal world of Suits is expanding, trading the high-stakes corporate battles of New York City for the glitz and glamour of Hollywood in Suits LA. This new series, set in the same universe as the original Suits, introduces viewers to a fresh cast of characters and a new legal landscape. While familiar themes of ambition, competition, and complex relationships remain, Suits LA offers a unique perspective on the legal profession within the entertainment industry.
Suits LA
Suits LA centers around Ted Black, a former federal prosecutor from New York who has reinvented himself as a lawyer representing powerful clients in Los Angeles. Black’s firm, Black Lane, faces a critical juncture, forcing him to embrace aspects of his career he once disdained. The series explores the challenges of navigating the legal complexities of Hollywood, where the lines between personal and professional lives often blur.
The series premieres on OSN+ on Sunday, February 24th. For those who prefer streaming.
The official trailer for Suits LA offers a glimpse into the high-pressure world of Hollywood law. Viewers are introduced to Ted Black and the challenges he faces in his new environment. The trailer hints at the competitive and sometimes deceptive nature of the entertainment industry, suggesting that Suits LA will be even more intense than its predecessor. A later promo also confirmed the return of Harvey Specter (Gabriel Macht), hinting at a reunion between him and Ted.
The core cast of Suits LA includes Stephen Amell as Ted Black, Josh McDermitt as Stuart Lane (Ted’s partner), Lex Scott Davis as Erica Rollins, and Bryan Greenberg as Rick Dodsen. Amell portrays Ted Black as a complex character, a former prosecutor trying to find his place in the Hollywood legal scene. McDermitt plays Stuart Lane, whose ambition and focus are key to the firm’s success. Davis and Greenberg add further layers to the ensemble as fellow lawyers navigating their own careers and relationships within the firm. The series also features guest appearances from Maggie Grace, Matt Letscher, Sofia Pernas, and Carson A. Egan. Of course, the return of Gabriel Macht as Harvey Specter is a major draw for fans of the original series.
Suits LA is created by Aaron Korsh, the writer and creator of the original Suits. Korsh serves as showrunner and executive producer, ensuring that the spin-off maintains the spirit and tone of the original series while exploring new territory.Victoria Mahoney directed and co-wrote the pilot episode with Korsh. The series is produced by UCP, a division of Universal Studio Group, with Korsh, Mahoney, David Bartis, Doug Liman, and Gene Klein serving as executive producers.
While Suits focused on the fast-paced world of corporate law in New York, Suits LA delves into the unique legal challenges of the entertainment industry. The series explores the intersection of law and fame, where the stakes are high and the players are powerful. Black Lane, the firm at the center of Suits LA, specializes in representing Hollywood’s elite, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the legal battles that shape the entertainment world. Suits LA promises to deliver the same sharp writing, compelling characters, and high-stakes drama that made Suits a hit, while offering a fresh perspective on the legal profession in a new and exciting setting.