Stephen Amell Addresses The ‘Internet Commentary’ About Suits L.A. Supposedly Being Too Similar To The OG Show

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Following the remarkable return to form of Suits on Netflix, the show is set to make a return with its spinoff, Suits L.A., which will be airing in the 2025 TV lineup soon. This time, the series shifts focus to the West Coast, where an entertainment law firm in Los Angeles headed by Stephen Amell‘s Ted Black is at the heart of the story. Despite its departure from the original series with fresh characters and plots, some viewers online seem to perceive it as a close relative, based on promotional materials. Amell himself is addressing these comparisons.

As a devoted fan, I’m eagerly waiting for Suits L.A. to debut this Sunday on NBC. So far, my knowledge about the series is limited to descriptions, promos, and fleeting glimpses. However, these snippets have sparked comparisons between the new drama and USA Network’s legal series.

Recently, during an interview with The Los Angeles Times, Amell shared his thoughts on the fan reactions and suggestions to watch the show before forming an opinion: “I think it’s best to reserve judgment until it actually airs.

It’s peculiar since I’m portraying a new character that some people perceive as a reinvention of another one, but rest assured, he isn’t. The internet chatter is indeed loud and overwhelming, yet it represents only a minute fraction of the vast fandom at large. If you’re convinced that you’re watching nothing but the original series, my best wishes go out to you. I can’t help but feel sorry for your limited perspective because the same creative team is involved, and this new project expands on the existing universe. Ultimately, none of it truly matters until the show premieres.

It’s quite common for people to form opinions and make assumptions about TV shows and movies before they air. When it comes to Suits L.A., viewers already have something to compare it to, even though the available promotional material is all they have to base their judgments on, which can be unfortunate.

According to Stephen Amell’s explanation, however, the trailers are merely a starting point, and viewers should definitely tune in to witness the unique take on Suits L.A.. While there may be some resemblances, it will be intriguing to observe how this spinoff stands as its own series. Creator Aaron Korsh is confident in both shows, assuring that they each have their distinct identities.

Without a doubt, Suits LA is not a carbon copy of the original Suits series. Each character in this spin-off possesses distinct personalities, ambitions, wit, and triggers that make them unique individuals.

It’s challenging to form an opinion about a show that hasn’t debuted yet, but since Stephen Amell and Aaron Korsh are commending the uniqueness of Suits L.A., I find myself convinced by their words. The characters are entirely new, portrayed by fresh faces at a different law firm situated across the country. While fans might initially notice some resemblances, it could take a while for Suits L.A. to establish its unique identity fully.

In the first season of Suits L.A., there’ll be an obvious resemblance, and that’ll be Harvey Specter, portrayed by Gabriel Macht. He’s coming back for several episodes, and it seems he shares a past with Ted Black, played by Amell. Details about his return are scarce, but fans are eagerly anticipating his comeback.

As a movie aficionado, I’d advise fellow cinephiles to hold their judgments until the premiere of “Suits L.A.” on Sunday, February 23, at 8 p.m. ET on NBC. However, it will be intriguing to assess its likeness to the original “Suits,” a series that can be enjoyed by subscribers of Netflix and Peacock, providing an opportunity for viewers to get in the mood beforehand.

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2025-02-18 05:37