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Don't let the name fool you.
Alicia Florrick boldly assumes full responsibility for her family and re-enters the workforce after her husband's very public sex and political corruption scandal lands him in jail.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Alicia Florrick boldly assumes full responsibility for her family and re-enters the workforce after her husband's very public sex and political corruption scandal lands him in jail.
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Episode 1
Alicia must focus on the firm’s efforts to prevent the execution of a convicted murderer while she secretly plans her exit from the firm with Cary. Meanwhile, Eli helps Peter assemble his staff in the governor’s office.
Directed by Robert KingWritten by Robert King, Michelle KingGuest stars Josh Charles, Makenzie Vega, Zach Grenier, Graham Phillips, Melissa George, Chris Noth, Maddie Corman, Renée Elise Goldsberry
Episode 2
Alicia and Cary sue the NSA on behalf of search engine Chumhum, unaware that Lockhart/Gardner’s connection to a former client has resulted in the spy agency monitoring the firm’s communications. Meanwhile, Alicia’s mom takes steps to support her daughter, and Eli works to secure Diane’s Supreme Court nomination.
Directed by Michael ZinbergWritten by Robert King, Ted HumphreyGuest stars Josh Charles, Makenzie Vega, Zach Grenier, Graham Phillips, Chris Noth, Dreama Walker, Zach Woods, Michael Kostroff
Episode 3
Will makes Alicia a stunning offer which causes her to reconsider her plans to leave the firm. Also, the partners take action when Diane’s Supreme Court candidacy puts her at odds with her colleagues.
Directed by Brooke KennedyWritten by Keith EisnerGuest stars Josh Charles, Makenzie Vega, Zach Grenier, Graham Phillips, Jerry Adler, Melissa George, Chris Noth, Peter Gerety
Episode 4
Alicia tries to obtain Lockhart/Gardner files as she prepares to exit the firm; faced with a sexual harassment lawsuit, the firm hires Elsbeth Tascioni.
Directed by Félix AlcaláWritten by Robert King, Michelle KingGuest stars Josh Charles, Zach Grenier, Nicole Roderick, Jerry Adler, Rita Wilson, Mary Beth Peil, Robert Klein, Gary Cole
Episode 5
A desperate battle to retain clients begins when Cary and Alicia's plan to leave the firm is exposed.
Directed by James Whitmore Jr.Written by Robert King, Michelle KingGuest stars Josh Charles, Makenzie Vega, Zach Grenier, Graham Phillips, Jerry Adler, Nathan Stark, Chris Noth, John Benjamin Hickey
Episode 6
Alicia and Cary represent a client who changed firms and Will and Diane delay turning over the case files; Marilyn tries to give advice to Alicia.
Directed by Michael ZinbergWritten by Leonard DickGuest stars Josh Charles, Makenzie Vega, Zach Grenier, Graham Phillips, Melissa George, Gary Cole, Mamie Gummer, Vanessa Wasche
Episode 7
Zach makes a discovery that leads Alicia and Cary to believe that the Lockhart/Gardner firm is spying on them; Will helps one of Alicia's former clients; Clarke Hayden (Nathan Lane) offers financial advice to Florrick/Agos.
Directed by Frederick E. O. ToyeWritten by Craig TurkGuest stars Josh Charles, Makenzie Vega, Zach Grenier, Graham Phillips, Jerry Adler, Nathan Stark, Dallas Roberts, Max von Essen
Episode 8
As Florrick/Agos move into their new offices, Alicia attempts to block the deportation of an undocumented immigrant before he is sent to Mexico, where a cartel has threatened his life. Also, Marilyn is concerned about the ethical ramifications when Eli reconnects with Natalie Flores, and Robyn tries to be more like Kalinda.
Directed by Josh CharlesWritten by Ted HumphreyGuest stars Josh Charles, Zach Grenier, Jerry Adler, Melissa George, Chris Noth, Jess Weixler, Ben Rappaport, America Ferrera
Episode 9
Alicia tries to hold a website accountable when its users accuse her client, a college professor, of being linked to domestic terrorism. Meanwhile, Will goes against Diane’s wishes when he hires Damian Boyle, an unpredictable attorney with ties to organized crime, who immediately interjects himself into Alicia’s website case. Also, Eli and Jackie clash over a Florrick family secret.
Directed by Kevin HooksWritten by Nichelle D. TrambleGuest stars Josh Charles, Makenzie Vega, Zach Grenier, Graham Phillips, Jason O'Mara, Jerry Adler, Sean Dougherty, Jamie Harrold
Episode 10
Alicia is shocked to learn that a former client bequeathed her millions, but Lockhart/Gardner quickly contests the will on behalf of the deceased’s wife. Meanwhile, Diane asks Kalinda to look into Damian’s background. Also, Eli and Marilyn are concerned about Peter being seen with Alicia’s more disreputable clients at the Florrick/Agos holiday party.
Directed by Rosemary RodriguezWritten by Robert King, Michelle KingGuest stars Josh Charles, Makenzie Vega, Graham Phillips, Jason O'Mara, Melissa George, Chris Noth, Mary Beth Peil, Jordana Spiro
Episode 11
Alicia represents a band suing a TV show for copyright infringement, but the simple case becomes psychological warfare when Will joins the opposing council and uses his knowledge of Alicia’s strengths and weaknesses against her.
Directed by Brooke KennedyWritten by Luke SchelhaasGuest stars Josh Charles, Jason O'Mara, Nicole Roderick, Jerry Adler, Melissa George, Matthew Lillard, Jordana Spiro, Jess Weixler
Episode 12
Alicia and Will each represent one half of a couple accused of smuggling drugs, but the courtroom becomes mired in confusion and legal technicalities when they insist on separate jury pools. Meanwhile, Cary attempts to woo a Lockhart/Gardner client, Kalinda tries to repair a damaged relationship and Marilyn begins her investigation into possible voter fraud during the gubernatorial election.
Directed by Paris BarclayWritten by Keith EisnerGuest stars Josh Charles, Melissa George, Chris Noth, Chris Butler, Ashley Williams, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Jess Weixler, Skipp Sudduth
Episode 13
Florrick/Agos and Lockhart/Gardner fight to keep Lemond Bishop as a client when he is arrested on a drug-related charge, which possibly resulted from a leak inside Alicia's firm. Meanwhile, the investigation into voter fraud in the gubernatorial election continues to move forward when Marilyn is approached by an agent in the Office of Public Integrity.
Directed by Matt ShakmanWritten by Erica Shelton KodishGuest stars Josh Charles, Makenzie Vega, Graham Phillips, Jerry Adler, Melissa George, Michael Kostroff, Mike Colter, Nathan Lane
Episode 14
When Alicia is asked to be the keynote speaker at the American Bar Association conference in New York City, she looks to her past for inspiration. Meanwhile, the competition with Diane and Will continues as Alicia and Cary battle to align with a powerful New York lawyer. Also, Will turns to an old acquaintance when it becomes clear that Nelson Dubeck's investigation into possible voter fraud isn't going away.
Directed by Rosemary RodriguezWritten by Leonard DickGuest stars Josh Charles, Jill Hennessy, Mary Beth Peil, Nathan Lane, Carrie Preston, Skipp Sudduth, Cady Huffman, Eric Bogosian
Episode 15
Alicia asks Cary to be her lawyer when Nelson Dubeck asks her to participate in a deposition; Will faces off with a new prosecutor while defending Jeffrey Grant.
Directed by Brooke KennedyWritten by Robert King, Michelle KingGuest stars Josh Charles, Matthew Goode, Max von Essen, Felix Solis, Kia Goodwin, Vincent Curatola, Peter Ashton Wise, Hunter Parrish
Episode 16
Alicia searches for answers as she tries to make sense of Will’s death in the aftermath of the courthouse shooting. Meanwhile, Diane delivers the somber news to the partners at Lockhart/Gardner who must decide how to move forward.
Directed by Jim McKayWritten by Robert King, Michelle KingGuest stars Josh Charles, Makenzie Vega, Zach Grenier, Matthew Goode, Jerry Adler, Chris Noth, James McDaniel, Jordana Spiro
Episode 17
Alicia and Diane consider merging their firms in the wake of Will's death, even as they find themselves on opposite sides of a contentious divorce suit. Meanwhile, Alicia offers assistance to Finn when it becomes clear that the State's Attorney is looking for a scapegoat in the Jeffrey Grant case.
Directed by Griffin DunneWritten by Craig Turk, Craig TurkGuest stars Makenzie Vega, Zach Grenier, Graham Phillips, Matthew Goode, Michael J. Fox, Jason O'Mara, Anne Marsen, Chris Noth
Episode 18
Florrick/Agos takes on the case of an NSA whistleblower, only to learn that the agency has been monitoring the firm as well as Alicia’s personal life. Meanwhile, Diane faces the difficult task of working alongside Louis Canning when he joins Lockhart/Gardner. Also, Alicia goes after the State’s Attorney when he attempts to make Finn a scapegoat in the Jeffrey Grant case.
Directed by Félix AlcaláWritten by Julia Wolfe, Matthew MontoyaGuest stars Makenzie Vega, Zach Grenier, Matthew Goode, Michael J. Fox, Chris Noth, Chris Butler, Michael Boatman, Zach Woods
Episode 19
When Alicia pays a visit to longtime client Colin Sweeney, she finds herself in the unwanted role of witness when a body is discovered in his home. Meanwhile, Eli steps in when an unfortunate picture of Zach threatens to become a public relations nightmare for Peter.
Directed by Josh CharlesWritten by Nichelle D. TrambleGuest stars Graham Phillips, Matthew Goode, Dallas Roberts, Chris Noth, Dylan Baker, James McDaniel, Michael Kostroff, Jane Alexander
Episode 20
When Alicia has a chance encounter with a charming entrepreneur during jury duty, she begins to consider options outside her marriage and seeks the advice of her mother. Meanwhile, Diane's friends come to her for legal advice when their son is accused of selling drugs on the Internet.
Directed by Brooke KennedyWritten by Erica Shelton Kodish, Luke SchelhaasGuest stars Zach Grenier, Graham Phillips, Matthew Goode, Michael J. Fox, Nestor Carbonell, Miriam Shor, Stockard Channing, Charlie Pollock
Episode 21
Alicia manages the fallout when her client's insensitive statements to the press threaten the fate of a multi-billion dollar merger. Meanwhile, Diane faces a potential conflict of interest when she and Louis Canning are on opposite sides of a class action suit involving a pharmaceutical company. Also, Eli learns the truth about Alicia and Peter's relationship.
Directed by Rosemary RodriguezWritten by Ted HumphreyGuest stars Makenzie Vega, Zach Grenier, Graham Phillips, Matthew Goode, Michael J. Fox, Jill Hennessy, Jerry Adler, David Fonteno
Episode 22
The futures of Florrick/Agos and Lockhart/Gardner are at stake when the firms consider merging, driving a wedge between Alicia and Cary. Meanwhile, Diane makes a big decision when Louis Canning challenges her role at her firm.
Directed by Robert KingWritten by Robert King, Michelle KingGuest stars Makenzie Vega, Zach Grenier, Graham Phillips, Matthew Goode, Michael J. Fox, Jerry Adler, Chris Noth, Mary Beth Peil
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Julianna MarguliesAlicia Florrick
Christine BaranskiDiane Lockhart
Josh CharlesWill Gardner
Matt CzuchryCary Agos
Alan CummingEli Gold
Archie PanjabiKalinda Sharma
Makenzie VegaGrace Florrick
Zach GrenierDavid Lee
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CBS ProductionsUnited States
Scott Free ProductionsUnited States
CBS StudiosUnited States
