Suits is a TV show about lawyers. Harvey is a senior partner at a law firm, and Mike is a new associate. Mike doesn't have a law degree, but he works with Harvey to hide this. They work on different cases and deal with problems at the law firm.
This American legal drama series, created by Aaron Korsh, premiered on USA Network on June 23, 2011. Suits started as a TV show idea called A Legal Mind. Korsh based it on his experiences working on Wall Street. He originally wanted it to be a half-hour show like Entourage, but later changed it to an hour-long show.
Made by Universal Media Studios, the pilot episode of Suits was filmed in New York City, and the rest of the show was filmed in Toronto. USA Network had a special screening of the pilot before the show started.
Apart from Mike and Harvey, the series features characters like Anita Gibbs, Dana, Trevor, and Faye, to mention a few whose roles evoke different emotions. This exploration focuses on the most hated characters in Suits.
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Who are the 10 most hated characters in Suits?
In the TV show Suits, some characters become disliked even though they are just doing their jobs. This happened with characters like -
1) Anita Gibbs, played by Leslie Hope
Anita is the lawyer trying to stop Mike from being a lawyer. Most viewers dislike her because she doesn't care about all the good things Mike has done. She only focuses on the fact that Mike has no real law degree.
While it is her job to follow the law, most viewers think Mike is a great lawyer. Because of this, they see Anita as a mean character who is against Mike. Unlike Mike, a hero to the audience, Anita comes across as cold and uncaring.
2) Dana Scott, played by Abigail Spencer
In Suits, she's portrayed as an intelligent woman who is good to Harvey. But she becomes a problem for fans who want Harvey and Donna to be together. Even though Dana often helped Harvey, fans saw her as a bump in the road to Harvey and Donna's love story.
Dana helps showcase different sides of Harvey, how he struggles with serious relationships and opening up to others, and introduces complexities to Harvey's characters. Even though Dana wasn't in the show for long, her role was impactful.
3) Trevor, played by Tom Lipinski
Trevor is Mike's childhood friend who causes a lot of problems. He is the reason Mike got kicked out of Harvard, which stopped him from becoming a qualified lawyer. Later, when Trevor comes back into Mike's life, he tells Jessica the truth about Mike not having a law degree, causing Mike's trouble at work.
He makes Mike take tests for other students to help pay off Trevor's dr*g money problems. Mike feels he owes Trevor because Trevor's family helped him after his parents died. Nevertheless, most viewers don't like Trevor and consider him one of the most hated characters in Suits.
4) Frank, played by Paul Schulze
Jailed for planning a murder, though he said it was for a different crime, Frank is a prisoner with Mike. Frank dislikes Mike, making Mike's life in prison harder. Moreover, Frank has a lot of control in the prison, even over the guards.
Later, we learn that Harvey put Frank in jail, making Frank want to hurt Mike to get back at Harvey. As such, viewers didn't like him.
5) Jack, played by John Pyper-Ferguson
Jack is a lawyer who has always wanted to be the best but has never made it. When things get tough at the main law firm, Jack leaves to join Rand, Kaldor, and Zane. He helps Mike sometimes, but he also causes problems.
Jack is in charge of deciding how much people earn at the firm. He makes new rules to stop Harvey from making millions more than everyone else. Jack keeps trying to beat Mike, Harvey, and Jessica but always fails.
Even though Jack often acts like a bad guy, his character shows how tough and competitive the legal field can be. His constant attempts to get ahead and be recognized make him one of the most hated characters in Suits.
6) Charles Forstman, played by Eric Roberts
Charles is a wealthy man who refuses to use his money to help others. Instead, he tricks them for his selfish gain. Because of this, many people didn't like him. Charles was part of the reason Harvey started working for Jessica. Harvey's brother was thinking about asking Charles for money, which worried Harvey.
Charles is an enemy who works in secret to get what he wants. His battles with Harvey show how far he will go to keep his power and control. This forces Harvey and his law firm to be careful and clever when dealing with Charles's plans.
In the end, Charles gets punished. He ends up in prison.
7) Samantha Wheeler, played by Katherine Heigl
Samantha joins Suits in later seasons to replace Jessica and Rachel, who leave the show. This makes it hard for viewers to like her from the start. Samantha is a good lawyer and tough—she even does boxing in her free time. However, when she first appears, she is very selfish and only cares about herself, which makes her similar to Jessica and Harvey.
The problem is that Samantha often fights against characters that viewers already like, making people dislike her. Even though she later becomes one of the main characters, she is probably the least popular among them. It's tough for new characters to join a show late and be liked, especially when replacing fan favorites. This is what happens to Samantha in Suits.
8) Faye Richardson, played by Denise Crosby
Faye joins Suits as someone to watch over the law firm. She comes because the firm has many problems and doesn't follow the rules. Faye is very strict, making the main characters dislike her right away.
Even though Faye wants to do good, how she does them makes her one of the most disliked characters by fans. Her strict rules often cause arguments and stress. However, Faye's character was important. She shows why being ethical and responsible is crucial in the legal field. She also shows how hard it can be to change things when people don't want to.
9) Louis Litt, played by Rick Hoffman
Many fans have mixed feelings about Louis, a character in Suits. Louis is often hard to like. He has many problems: he feels unsure of himself, gets jealous easily, and always wants people to praise him.
These issues sometimes make Louis do bad things. He often causes fights at work, especially with Harvey. He can be sneaky and act mean when he doesn't get what he wants. This behavior makes him seem like a bad guy, and it pushes his coworkers away.
Over time, Louis changes. He starts as someone who always causes problems but grows to find his place at work and earns respect from others. This change in Louis is an important part of the show. It shows that even unlikable characters can improve and have good qualities. Louis's story adds feeling to the show. It helps viewers see that people can be complicated, not just good or bad.
10) Robert Zane, played by Wendell Pierce
Robert Zane is a character who often disagrees with the main characters, especially Harvey and Mike. He has his law firm and is Rachel's father. Robert is protective and critical and frequently argues with Harvey about their firms' interests. He is strict, rigid, and willing to do whatever it takes to win. He is also a protective and controlling father to Rachel.
Although Robert is often bossy and argumentative, he is a complex character and people respect him. He starts as an enemy but eventually becomes an ally. This shows the complicated legal field and personal pride. Robert sometimes shows weakness and makes sacrifices for his firm and family. This makes him a more rounded character, and viewers can see past his tough exterior and appreciate his dedication and integrity.
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