u/the-taco-nibbler

>!​!<Honestly, I only started watching Suits because I kept seeing short clips on TikTok/Reels. It seemed light enough to casually throw on in the background while doing chores or scrolling on my phone.

By episode 3, I was proven completely wrong. I was hooked.

A few thoughts on what made this show so special for me:

• Harvey & Mike: The character development throughout the series was incredible. The emotional bond between Mike and Harvey felt completely genuine and grounded. Harvey’s growth over nine seasons—working through his relationships with his father, mother, brother, and ultimately Donna—was remarkable. He completely transformed his emotional identity.
• Harvey’s Edge: Harvey’s classic line, "I don't play the odds, I play the man," really sums up what made him brilliant. It showcased his ability to read emotions and predict human behavior, which made his tactical genius and overall character arc feel so believable.
• Mike’s Trajectory: The way Mike gradually grasped the reality of practicing law was spectacular writing. He didn't know everything right off the bat, but he also wasn't written as an idiot who kept making the same silly mistakes. He genuinely learned and grew. Plus, his romance with Rachel felt raw and real; the chemistry between the actors was obvious through the screen.
• Louis Litt's Legendary Arc: As everyone in this sub always says, Louis had the best arc on the show. To go from someone so deeply disliked to a soft, lovable character you’d go to the wall for was an absolute masterclass. His path wasn't a straight line—it was a constant roller coaster. You wanted to trust him, but his past indiscretions made you hesitate... until eventually, you trusted him implicitly. Even when you're screaming at your TV, "No, don't do it!" when he drops that $50,000 donation to try and comfort a pregnant Sheila.
• Top-Tier Humor & Badass Moments: On a lighter note, one of the absolute funniest moments of the entire series was Louis putting on that wig to pretend to be Harvey. On the flip side, watching Harvey completely eviscerate Faye during the mock trial in Season 9 was pure, epic television.
• Seasons 8 & 9 Transition: I’ll admit, when Mike and Rachel left in Season 7, it hit so suddenly that it disrupted the whole dynamic for me. I actually had to step away from the show for about two weeks. But when I came back, I really enjoyed the addition of Samantha and Robert taking on bigger roles. Watching Samantha’s emotional growth—learning how her past trauma made it hard for her to trust people at the firm—was another incredible piece of writing.
• Donna’s Evolution: Donna going from executive assistant to COO is something that would almost never happen in the real world, but within the show, it actually felt plausible. Her importance to the firm and everyone in it was clear, and I could see that path opening up for her about half a season to a full season before it actually happened.
• A Satisfying Ending: It’s rare for me to finish a show and feel genuinely content with how the storylines were wrapped up. While I’d love a spinoff following Harvey, Donna, Mike, and Rachel in Seattle, I fully understand why that will never actually happen. Still, I’m truly happy with how things ended for everyone.

A Couple of Critiques / Missed Opportunities:

• Katrina’s Ending: My only real negative critique is that I wanted a bit more personal development for Katrina. I didn't necessarily need to see her go through all the full relationship growing pains on screen, but I wished the show had ended with her looking happier and more content in her personal life.
• Missing Faces at the Finale: I understand the real-world reasons why Rachel couldn't return, but it felt really odd that neither Jessica, Rachel, nor Robert were at Louis’s wedding. They were all so close for so long that missing three people who meant so much to Louis felt like a glaring absence.

Final Verdict:

I’m so thoroughly impressed with where the show went over its run. It’s definitely earned a spot on my rewatch list.

Side note: The meta jokes about Meghan Markle in the script were top-tier. Telling Louis that he's "not the Prince of England" while he's standing there in his top hat at the wedding was easily my favorite line of the whole final season!

EDIT: I stand corrected. Robert was at Louis and Shelia's wedding. I missed the fact that was who said it was a girl.