Suitscreator Aaron Korsh talks about one changeSuitsLAhas to make due to the network’s policies.Suitsaired on the USA Networkfrom 2011 to 2019, which is a basic cable television channel owned by NBCUniversal Media Group. The upcoming spinoff series follows prosecutor-turned-entertainment lawyer, Ted Black (Stephen Amell), and will air onFebruary 23, 2025 via NBC, a broadcast network.
Korsh, who created the original legal drama series, tellsEntertainment Weeklyhow NBC’s rules affect the upcoming spinoff series. While the original show has a reputation ofaveraging five curse words per episode,Suits LAwill have to make do with"three ‘god—-its’ per episode.“Korsh explains that the change was mainly due to NBC beinga broadcast networkas opposed to basic cable. Check out what the show creator said below:
We are limited to three ‘god—-its’ per episode. Having it be on a [broadcast] network as opposed to basic cable, we had to make some changes. They cannot curse, they can’t say ’s—,' they can’t say ‘f—.’ So you will hear some ‘god—-its,’ but you won’t hear as many as you heard [onSuits].
What This Means For Suits LA
Suits LA Has A Better Distribution Deal With Tighter Rules
The main difference between the USA Network and NBC is distribution. A basic cable television channel means that viewers can only access a show througha cable subscription, whereas a broadcast channel can be accessed byanyone who has a TV with an antenna. This meansSuits LAhas a broaderdistributionthan the original series, thanks to the reach and thesuccess ofSuits.
Why Suits’ Pilot On Netflix Is Different From When It Originally Aired
Suits actually has two different cuts of the original pilot episode, with different versions being available on different streaming services.
Shows made for broadcast networksalso have to follow stricter rules. Not having curse words is only one of them. With the show being aired at9 p.m. ET/PT on NBC, which falls between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m., this means the seriescan’t include any indecent or profane materialduring a time that children might be around. The series also has to be careful with what might fall into the category ofobscene material.
Our Take On Suits LA
It’ll Be Different From Suits
Suits LAis rated TV-14, which is the same rating thatSuitshas. However, the original show hasa high frequency of curse words and strong languagethat are inappropriate for children. The original series also depictsdrinking, drugs, and smoking, as well as nudity, sex, and romance. WithSuits LAworking with tighter rules, many adult-oriented elements will likely bemassively reducedin the spinoff. Being on a broadcast network means thatSuits LAwon’t include any explicit scenes.
However, Korsh’s comment also suggests that the series will try tomaintain its authenticitywhile working around the network’s restrictions. Even thoughSuits LAwill be morefamily-friendly, it doesn’t mean the show will lose its edge. Shows likeCBS’sNCIS: Originsand NBC’sNight Courtsare able to tackle heavy subjects without compromising its appeal.
Suits LA
Cast
Suits LA follows Ted Black, a former federal prosecutor who now represents influential clients in Los Angeles. As his law firm faces a critical juncture, Ted must navigate the challenges of a role he once disdained, balancing moral dilemmas with the demands of high-stakes legal battles.
