Is Suits LA Episode 1 a Disaster or Just Misunderstood? Find Out!

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The highly awaited spin-off of Suits, titled Suits LA, debuted its initial episode – and it’s rather disappointing.

To put it plainly, it’s not as impressive as “The Idol,” but I must be honest – it didn’t live up to expectations. The main issue lay with the show’s speed; there were far too many events happening simultaneously.

As a gamer, diving into the world of Suits: Los Angeles felt like a high-stakes mission with an hour’s worth of action packed in. A merger, a shocking betrayal, meeting millions of new characters, building backstories, and even spotting a ghost – it was all too much! It left me more confused than I was on my first day at a new gaming guild. For the full lowdown, check out our Suits LA Episode 1 recap!

As if it wasn’t bad enough for me, it seems like I’m not alone in my criticism. Critics are relentless in their scathing attacks, leaving no stone unturned. Meanwhile, die-hard fans online are finding it tough to construct a solid defense for the show that could stand up in any court of public opinion.

Objection your honor! 

Despite its current issues, let me encourage you not to abandon Suits LA just yet. Much like Mike Ross, I have a soft spot, and I believe this spin-off has the potential for improvement. Instead of facing a sentence in the TV prison’s yard, it could very well find a path to redemption.

Indeed, as previously mentioned, my viewpoint is that the primary challenge with Episode 1 wasn’t related to the characters, who generally were appealing, nor the narratives being presented; instead, it stemmed from the overwhelming amount of new information crammed into a relatively small timeframe.

To be frank, recalling every character and plot from that initial episode requires an exceptional memory, much like Mike Ross’s prodigious intellect. In essence, it felt as if a cunning lawyer was overwhelming his adversary with reams of papers and binders.

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Regardless of its shortcomings, the series remains entertaining in much the same vein as the later seasons of Suits. The best part is that all the groundwork has been laid out. The show has constructed its universe and populated it with characters who strut around in sharp suits and polished offices. From now on, we can look forward to the aspects that made Suits popular: quick-witted dialogue, lawyers showing off their arrogance, and scenes of people flinging manila folders at each other as they shout victoriously.

The defence rests 

While some might find this defense somewhat flimsy, and the sharp-witted Harvey Specters in the TopMob audience may already be preparing a cutting counterargument against my hopeful stance, which essentially asserts that “the quality of the show will improve if given enough time,” I stand firm in my conviction. Indeed, I believe I am correct.

Many famous TV shows started with poor pilot episodes, but eventually became highly-regarded series in television history. For instance, The Simpsons initially had a terrible debut that was so bad they rescheduled it to air later in the season once they’d built up a fan base. Similarly, the US Office began with an awkward first season, and Star Trek: The Next Generation didn’t really improve until its second season.

Harvey’s lesson was that “first impressions matter,” but even New York’s top-notch closer wasn’t infallible, and neither are TV critics. Just because Suits LA didn’t knock our socks off with its premiere, it doesn’t mean we should be overly critical of the show right away, especially since it might not be as strong as its predecessor out of the gate.

Considering what Harvey said, “Anyone could perform my duties, yet nobody can replace me,” let’s provide Suits LA the chance to express its unique identity.

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2025-02-24 19:22