'Bull' Season 6: Top 5 Legal dramas to watch after hit CBS show ends
CBS' legal drama 'Bull' has made its name as one of the most binge-able and watched legal dramas on television with its interesting arcs that showcase a fresh case each episode, fun characters, and its human connect, so fans were no doubt left shocked when its cancellation was announced.
'Bull' Season 6 will mark the end of the road for the hit legal procedura. Lead actor Michael Weatherly who plays Dr Jason Bull is leaving the show to pursue other projects, but there's no need to worry as there are much such shows to fill in the 'Bull-sized' hole. To fill the upcoming void of the weekly CBS drama, here are 5 recommendations of the best legal shows out there that will leave you more than satisfied.
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1. Suits
The show sees brilliant college dropout Mike Ross working with Harvey Specter, one of New York City's best lawyers who takes a gamble on him by hiding his secret of not having a law degree. Mike has a lot to learn which he does from his mentor Harvey who works at a firm alongside other high-ranking lawyers. The duo must solve complex cases all while trying to hide Mike's secret. Full of wit, amazing performances, love, friendship, and an engrossing plot, 'Suits' is one of the best shows out there, that will have you falling in love with the characters and the cases. This has been proven by its numerous award nominations as well.
Top cast of the legal series include Gabriel Macht, Rick Hoffman, Sarah Rafferty, Patrick Ja Adams, Meghan Markle, Gina Torres and Wendell Pierce among others.
You can watch all 9 Seasons of 'Suits' on Peacock, Amazon Prime Video, and on the USA Network site.
2. How to Get Away With Murder
'How to Get Away With Murder' has a very interesting plot that revolves around Annalise Keating, a law professor and criminal defense attorney who gets entwined in a murder plot alongside the five students who are under her wing. The show is a very absorbing watch that showcases an incredible performance from Academy award-winning actress Viola Davis. The series has proven its caliber which is evident with its multiple award nominations and wins.
You can watch all six seasons on Netflix.
3. The Good Wife
The series revolves around Alicia Florrick, whose husband Peter, the former Cook County, Illinois State's Attorney, has been jailed following an infamous political corruption and sex scandal. With her husband being behind bars, Alicia returns to the workforce as a litigator to provide for her two children after having spent 13 years as a homemaker. The show is influenced by real-life events such as the scandal involving Bill Clinton and revolves around the dynamics of working women who had put their careers on the burner to further their husbands' ambitions and goals. 'The Good Wife' received my critical acclaim and is the perfect mix of legal and personal drama. The cast and the series have won various awards as well as nominations due to such high-quality content.
The show stars Julianna Margulies, Josh Charles, Christine Baranski, Matt Czuchry, Archie Panjabi, Zach Grenier, Matthew Goode, Cush Jumbo, Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Alan Cumming, and features Chris Noth in a recurring role.
All 7 seasons of 'The Good Wife' are available to stream on Paramount +.
4. Better Call Saul
If you loved 'Breaking Bad' then you will already know about the prequel to the amazing show. 'Better Call Saul' is based on Jimmy McGill, an earnest lawyer, and former con artist who turns into a greedy criminal defense attorney known as Saul Goodman portrayed by the brilliant Bob Odenkirk. Featuring dangerous cartels, drugs, danger, dark comedy that are brought to life in a captivating courtroom setting, the show goes into great detail about organized crime in the city of Albuquerque. With explosive drama, arcs, and battles in the court 'Better Call Saul' has received critical acclaim, with particular praise for its acting, characters, writing, direction, and cinematography with many deeming it better than 'Breaking Bad' with numbers to support it.
You can catch up to all five seasons on Netflix and AMC before Season 6 drops.
5. Boston Legal
'Boston Legal' is a spin-off of 'The Practice' and surprisingly is better than the original. The show which is a legal comedy-drama combines politics, drama, and humor in a unique way that will keep you hooked. Revolving around the exploits of former 'The Practice' character Alan Shore and his co-workers at the litigation department of the Boston office of blue-chip law firm Crane, Poole & Schmidt, the show stars the talented James Spader in the lead and is a must-watch for any legal show lover.
You can watch all five seasons on Hulu Plus and on Amazon Prime Video.
