Didn’t Like Suits LA? Check Out This 90%-Rated Legal Drama on Netflix Instead
If you're a fan of sharp lawyers and their high-stakes cases, you've probably already enjoyed Suits. But if its spinoff, Suits LA, didn't quite hit the mark, we have a compelling alternative to offer.
Legal dramas are probably one of the most entertaining shows ever. The never ending drama around the rights and wrongs, the question of whodunnit in the air, the world of moral ambiguity, and so many intellectuals fighting with each other – what's not to like?
One of the most popular dramas of the genre is Suits, there’s no doubt. And recently the show’s spinoff, Suits LA, was released. However, while the audiences loved the original, mostly for the dynamics between the lead duo of Harvey and Mike, the new series couldn’t meet the expectations. On Rotten Tomatoes, it has a pathetic critical score of 41%, and an even more frustrating audience score of 39%.
But don’t be sad, we have another legal drama that might become your favorite, and it’s The Lincoln Lawyer on Netflix. Based on Michael Connelly's books, the show delivers all the legal intrigue and compelling characters you loved in Suits, with a fresh twist.
What Is The Lincoln Lawyer About?
The show follows Mickey Haller, played by Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, a skilled defense attorney in Los Angeles who takes on a variety of cases, from murder to financial crimes, all while working out of the back of his signature Lincoln car. The premise of The Lincoln Lawyer is simple: Mickey Haller is pulled into his late friend's law firm and a case involving his friend's murder.
His unique approach to the law and his desire to bend the rules to get results make him a very interesting character. Sounds a lot like Harvey, right? That's why the fans of two shows often compare the two, even though they're not even in the same field of law.
“Suits just treats Harvey’s legal prowess as an axiom. We just accept he’s amazing because the show says he is. We don’t see him doing the work, we just see him delivering the results of work done off-screen and doing it looking and sounding cool. Haller does nothing but legal grunt work the entire season, often just barely getting it done,” Redditor aardvarkyardwork said.
However, the show is more than just a legal procedural, as it delves into Mickey's personal struggles, including his battle with addiction and complicated relationships with family and friends.
Besides, both critics and viewers are way kinder towards The Lincoln Lawyer than they are to Suits LA: Manuel Garcia-Rulfo’s legal drama boasts 90% on Tomatometer and 86% on Popcornmeter on Rotten Tomatoes.
The Lincoln Lawyer is available to stream on Netflix.
