Patrick J. Adams claims "Suits" paved the way for "Succession" success

Patrick J. Adams, best known for his role as Mike Ross in the USA Network legal drama "Suits," recently sparked a conversation about the influence of his show on the smash-hit HBO series "Succession." In an episode of his podcast "Sidebar: A Suits Watch Podcast," Adams presented his theory that "Suits" paved the way for "Succession's" success.

Adams pointed to several similarities between the two shows. Both "Suits" and "Succession" take place in New York City and focus on the high-stakes world of power brokers. He even noted that some actors, like Dagmara Domińczyk and Rob Yang, appeared in both series.

"Succession" has garnered significant critical acclaim, winning numerous awards including Golden Globes and Emmys. Adams acknowledges this, playfully noting that "Suits" was the "PG version" compared to the more mature themes explored in "Succession" on HBO, a premium cable network with less content restrictions.

While "Suits" initially aired on basic cable network USA Network from 2011 to 2019, it has seen a resurgence in popularity since landing on Netflix in 2023, becoming the most-streamed show of the year. A reboot, "Suits L.A.," is also in the works.

Adams' comments highlight the ongoing debate about the influence of streaming services and basic cable on television content. "Suits" success on Netflix suggests that even shows with limitations imposed by basic cable can find new life and resonate with audiences on streaming platforms.