| Suits | |
|---|---|
| Season 8 | |
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| Starring | |
| No. of episodes | 16 |
| Release | |
| Original network | USA Network |
| Original release | July 18, 2018 – February 27, 2019 |
| Season chronology | |
The eighth season of the American legal drama Suits was ordered on January 30, 2018,[1] and began airing on USA Network in the United States July 18, 2018.[2]
The season saw extensive cast changes with the departures of Patrick J. Adams (Mike Ross), Meghan Markle (Rachel Zane), and Gina Torres (Jessica Pearson) at the conclusion of the previous season.[1][3] Previously recurring guest stars Amanda Schull (Katrina Bennett)[4] and Dulé Hill (Alex Williams)[1] were promoted to series regulars, while Katherine Heigl joined the main cast as senior partner Samantha Wheeler.[2]
The second half of the season premiered on January 23, 2019.[5]
- ^ a b c Goldberg, Lesley (January 30, 2018). "'Suits' Renewed for Season 8 as Patrick J. Adams Officially Exits". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
- ^ a b Agard, Chancellor (May 25, 2018). "Suits: Katherine Heigl previews her antagonistic season 8 role". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved May 25, 2018.
- ^ Agard, Chancellor (November 28, 2017). "Meghan Markle is officially leaving Suits after season 7". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved November 29, 2017.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (March 21, 2018). "'Suits': Amanda Schull Promoted To Series Regular For Season 8 Of USA Drama". Deadline. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
- ^ Gelman, Vlada (November 19, 2018). "Suits' Early 2019 Return Date Revealed". TVLine. Retrieved November 19, 2018.