The Suits universe is expanding. The long talked about spinoff starring Gina Torres has officially been given a series order by the USA Network.
The spinoff will center on Torres’ character, powerhouse lawyer Jessica Pearson, as she enters the dirty world of Chicago politics. USA had this to say about the spinoff:
“Gina’s portrayal of Jessica Pearson as one of television’s strongest, most successful businesswomen has made a huge impact with fans. We can’t wait to explore this next chapter in the Suits legacy – and a brand new world for Jessica.”
The pickup comes ahead of the airing of the the Season 7 finale of Suits, which serves as a backdoor pilot for the spinoff. Suits and its spinoff will co-exist as the mothership series recently was renewed for an eighth season without two of its original stars, Patrick J. Adams and Meghan Markle. Returning cast members Gabriel Macht, Rick Hoffman and Sarah Rafferty will be joined by Dulé Hill, who is being promoted to a series regular after recurring this season, and new addition Katherine Heigl.
