(CNN) — “Suits” series, it has a strong experience rebirth Thanks StreamingThis time at a posh law firm in sunny Los Angeles is one step closer to starting a new chapter.
NBC has ordered a pilot for “Suits: LA,” a Spinoff From original creator Aaron Korsh.
He Spinoff It centers on Ted Black, a former New York federal prosecutor who moves to the West Coast, where he represents powerful clients, according to a sketch provided by the network.
“Suits: LA” will be the second, if its production is decided Spinoff From the “Suits” universe and another example of how the popularity of streaming can unexpectedly extend the life of a television production. (Cc: “Gossip Girl” and more).
“Suits” debuted in 2011 and centers on the story of two attorneys (Patrick J. Adams and Gabriel Magt) at a large Manhattan law firm who navigate relationships, rivalries and betrayals within their teams. The series ended in 2019 after nine seasons on USA Network.
The series attracted viewers for the first time since its debut on Netflix. Although the service hasn't released official ratings, Variety reported that the show broke the streaming record held by “The Office” last year.
Meghan, then Markle and now the Duchess of Sussex, played the brilliant paralegal Rachel Jane in the production until she left the series shortly before marrying Prince Harry in 2018. At the time the show enjoyed a relatively small but passionate fan base.
Meghan recently said the show's renewed popularity was “wild”. “Suits” also stars Sarah Rafferty, Rick Hoffman, Gina Torres and Abigail Spencer.
Like the original, the pilot of “Suits: LA” will have a cast of characters working with the protagonist, according to the slogan. It is unknown if any of the original characters will make cameos.
“Pearson,” the first spinoff of the original series released in 2019 and starring Torres, featured guest appearances from the original series.
Running a pilot episode is common practice in television development. This single episode helps networks decide if a potential show has enough promise to justify a full season order. Pilots usually serve as the first episode of the first season if a network commits to producing more episodes of the series.
According to NBC, production on “Suits:LA” is scheduled to begin in late March in Vancouver. The original series was filmed in Toronto.
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