For nine unforgettable seasons, the hit USA Network series Suits delivered drama, intrigue, and unforgettable moments. The show, starring Mike Ross, Harvey Specter, and Rachel Zane, became a cultural phenomenon. When the final season wrapped up in September 2019, fans were left with a mix of emotions. The conclusion felt abrupt, but it still gave viewers a satisfying wrap-up of the characters' journeys.
What Really Happened in the Suits Finale?
In the final 10-episode season, the show tied up all the remaining storylines. The season 9 finale was a whirlwind of events, culminating in two weddings. First, Louis and Sheila tied the knot, bringing their on-screen romance full circle. But the real surprise came when Harvey and Donna exchanged vows in an unexpected yet heartwarming ceremony. It was a moment that left fans both delighted and emotional, as they witnessed the culmination of years of friendship and chemistry between the characters.
Many fans had hoped for the return of Gina Torres' character, Jessica Pearson. Unfortunately, those rumors didn't come true. At the time, Gina was busy working on the spinoff series Pearson, which aired back-to-back with the Suits finale. This scheduling presented a unique challenge for the show's creators.
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Series finale director Aaron Korsh explained the decision to Entertainment Weekly, saying, "It was a very difficult process of deciding how to handle Jessica in the Suits finale. If Pearson didn't exist, I would've had Jessica come in and help them get rid of Faye." He elaborated further, "But because Pearson was on the air and these shows were airing back-to-back on the same night, I felt like if I was a viewer watching TV and one minute I’m seeing Jessica up to her eyeballs in intrigue and back dealings and fighting for the life of the city on Pearson, and then in the very next show acting like none of that is happening and she’s just in here waltzing in and saving the day and yucking it up at a wedding, it would lose the credibility that Pearson had."
Another notable absence from the Suits series finale was Meghan Markle, who left the show after season 7. She wasn't asked back to appear for the final episode, as she focused on her new life with Prince Harry. "In the end, I didn’t ask and I just thought, I’m going to respect her new life and not put her in the position of having to ask," Aaron explained to Deadline. Patrick J. Adams also exited the show in season 7, but he returned as a guest star in the final season, giving fans one last glimpse of his beloved character, Mike Ross.
Why Did Suits Come to an End?
The decision to conclude Suits after season 9 was influenced by several key casting changes. "During the course of season 7, as they were negotiating the cast’s contracts for two years, an unforeseen thing happened," Aaron told Deadline in January 2019. "You can never know that one of your stars is going to marry the Prince of England, and Patrick decided not to return, so we had a choice whether to keep going after season 7." Despite these challenges, the showrunners were determined to bring the series to a fitting conclusion.
Katherine Heigl joined the cast in the wake of Meghan and Patrick's departures, breathing new life into the series. Aaron believed her addition was the "perfect way to help extend the franchise and make it to that end of season 9." While the show ended, it left behind a legacy of strong characters, compelling storylines, and unforgettable moments that will continue to resonate with fans for years to come.
