The essential episodes of Suits
Watch these 25 in order and you've got Suits — each pick states its reason.
- 01
In the premiere of this legal drama, successful lawyer Harvey Specter (Gabriel Macht) hires brilliant college dropout Mike Ross (Patrick J. Adams) as a new associate at a top law firm despite the fact that Mike doesn't have a degree. In order to work together, both parties have to keep up the ruse to convince their coworkers that Mike is a real lawyer.
- 02
Mike has an ethical dilemma when Louis forces him to make a decision that could hurt his relationship with Harvey. Elsewhere, Harvey's past comes back to haunt him during a case.
- 03
Harvey goes rogue in order to fix a crisis with a client despite Jessica's desire to reign him in. Elsewhere, Mike turns to Rachel for guidance when he learns he'll be hosting a dinner for rookies, an important tradition at the firm.
- 04
Harvey defends a figure from Jessica's past, making it difficult for Jessica to detach herself from the case. Elsewhere, Mike is eager to take on a pro bono case but soon learns it won't be an easy win.
- 05
An old friend surfaces to ask Mike for help. Elsewhere, Harvey has a chance to close a lucrative deal or help his driver defend himself from a lawsuit.
- 06
The guys defend a woman falsely accused of insider trading. Elsewhere, Mike helps Rachel study for the LSAT and realises she's close to discovering his secret.
- 07
Mike takes on Louis' protégé during a mock trial, but his conflict with Rachel could hurt his chances of winning. Elsewhere, Harvey works on a merger between two hotel chains, but his past with the opposing counsel complicates matters.
- 08
Harvey's former mentor (Gary Cole) turns to his protégé when his office comes under investigation. Elsewhere, Mike and Louis try to settle a mogul's estate in the midst of family clashes; and Jenny worries that Mike is hiding something.
- 09
In the Series 2 opener, Mike is excited to close a big case for the firm but doesn't realise Trevor confronted Jessica. Meanwhile, Jessica's former partner resurfaces, prompting Harvey to reconsider what he's willing to do to protect Mike's secret.
- 10
Harvey turns to an old colleague for help defending the firm against the lawsuit despite the pair's tumultuous past.
- 11
Personal issues cause Mike to drop off the grid when Harvey needs him during the fight for the firm.
- 12
Harvey and Louis are at odds when Harvey's defense of Ava conflicts with Louis' assignment to prevent a hostile takeover of Hessington Oil.
- 13
Mike and Harvey clash over investment-banking strategies in the Season 4 opener. Meanwhile, Pearson realizes a former district attorney may be pursuing revenge against Harvey and the firm.
- 14
As we begin our mid-season premiere, Mike's worst fears have come true. He's been arrested for fraud and is under investigation by a ruthless government prosecutor, Assistant US Attorney Anita Gibbs. Meanwhile, Jessica and Harvey must figure out how to build a defense for Mike, knowing full well that he's guilty of the crime for which he stands accused. And Rachel must come to terms with her family's reaction to the news that her fiancé is not the person he claimed to be - and that he could soon be in prison.
- 15
Harvey defends Sutter from Cahill; Mike's past threatens to derail his mission; Rachel and Jessica search for evidence to re-open Bailey's case; and Louis woos Tara with a trip to the Hamptons.
- 16
It's all hands on deck as Louis, Donna and Alex defend the firm, while Harvey aids Jessica on a case; Mike and Rachel juggle their commitments to the firm, the clinic and each other.
- 17
Harvey laces up for a rematch against an old foe. Louis struggles to hold the reins of the firm.
- 18
Harvey takes on a new case in order to send Faye a message; Louis is presented with a new opportunity.
- 19
Faye decides to take action against Harvey and Donna's relationship; Harvey looks to impress Donna's father.
- 20
Samantha gets caught in the middle when Mike picks a fight with Harvey.
- 21
Harvey makes a play to get Samantha's job back. Katrina faces off against an old friend.
- 22
Harvey and Samantha go on a road trip. Louis gets in over his head with a potential client.
- 23
An old foe forces Harvey to account for past actions. Esther has a problem only Louis can solve.
- 24
Mike helps Harvey get over a personal loss; an attempt to take down Faye becomes complicated.
- 25
Facing its potential destruction, the partners must go all in to save the firm.
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