FEBRUARY 3-16
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POLITICS & PROPOSALS Dirty schemes, arranged marriages and self-help scenarios take centre stage in and , two explosive new dramas streaming exclusively on 9Now
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LAYING DOWN THE LAW Jessica works through her to-do list
THE PREMISE: A new spin-off from top drama Suits (Hello Meghan!), it follows powerhouse lawyer Jessica Pearson as she gets caught up in several issues involving her cases in Chicago. With the help of Suits character Harvey Specter, she strikes a deal to resolve the problems by agreeing to work for the Windy City’s mayor.
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WHO’S WHO? Jessica Pearson (Gina Torres) 1
Formerly a take-charge lawyer, Jessica finds herself getting down and dirty when she becomes the right-hand fixer for Chicago’s Mayor. Immersed in the unfolding corruption, she doesn’t hesitate to make waves. 2
Keri Allen (Bethany Joy Lenz)
Jessica’s colleague in the Mayor’s office, her relationship with the newcomer proves testy when Jessica treats her like her undervalued underling. 46
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Nick D’Amato (Simon Kassianides) 3
Proving to be an asset to Jessica’s safety, Nick’s rewarded when she employs him to be her personal driver. Let’s hit the road, Nick! 4
Derrick Mayes (Eli Goree)
A power player in City Hall’s ranks, he’s responsible for perpetrating the council’s public image – while also ensuring the Mayor remains squeaky clean.
Angela Cook (Chantel Riley)
Jessica’s cousin proves that family don’t always breed allies, as established by their fractured relationship. 6
Yoli Castillo (Isabel Arraiza)
An employee at City Hall, Yoli clashes with Derrick when she makes a move that puts her future in jeopardy.
Bobby Novak (Morgan Spector) Chicago’s Mayor has ulterior motives for welcoming Jessica to the ranks. He sees her as a valuable tool in keeping his foes close, but underestimates her unorthodox approach to the role...
• Bobby’s affair with Keri sends shockwaves through City Hall when the secret is exposed. • Jessica navigates a minefield of dark, gritty secrets as she investigates a murder. • Jessica summons Harvey (Gabriel Macht) to help the council get out of a very sticky situation indeed. • Yoli’s the victim of a scam, while Bobby becomes a target for blackmail. • The homeless descend on City Hall to unleash heated protests about the way they’re treated. • The FBI monitors Jessica’s moves.
