“Reasonable Doubt” is about to make its way back to our TV screens soon, and if you were looking for a reason to get riled up about what season four has to offer, look no further than the brand-new trailer that dropped on Tuesday!
As you might expect, the usual suspects are returning, like Jax and Lewis Stewart (Emayatzy Corinealdi and McKinley Freeman, respectively), Corey Cash (Morris Chestnut), and Bill Sterling (Joseph Sikora). But a handful of relatively new and fresh faces like Brandee Evans, Durrell “Tank” Babbs, Meagan Good, and more are all coming to the beloved show, and we can’t wait to see how things unfold.
To whet your whistle a bit, season four will take a look at the aftermath of the brutal attack Jax suffered in the final seconds of the season three finale. With her family and newly minted law firm shaken, nothing feels certain, especially their future. Now, with Jax’s most loyal client at the center of a spiraling media disaster, The Stewart Firm will be thrust into a high-stakes battle where every move could mean survival or a complete collapse of the firm, forcing everyone in Stewart’s orbit to question whether or not they can rebuild in time. Or if the cost of moving forward too quickly is everything they stand to lose?
As we await the October 6 premiere, let’s break down some major plot points and questions we need to see get addressed in season four!
What’s the Status of Jax’s Health After the Attack?
One of the major cliffhangers that we alluded to earlier was the attack Jax suffered, specifically the shooting she endured from one of the people connected to her previous case. While the season four trailer confirms that Jax survived the shooting, it also shows her recovering in the hospital as her loved ones rally around her. Now, the bigger question is how the ordeal will affect her physically, emotionally, and professionally. Because Jax has always been the one holding everyone else together, but this time, she may have to let somebody else hold her down.
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How Will the Family and the Firm Survive As She Recovers?
Jax and her family have been through more than their fair share of drama, but season four looks like it could push them to their breaking point. Between Jax’s shooting, the lingering grief from her last client’s death, and the chaos surrounding her new firm, there is a LOT for this family to process. And while Jax has always been the one trying to hold everything together, this time around, she won’t be able to do it alone. The Stewart Firm is also fighting for its survival, meaning the personal and professional stakes are higher than ever. The big question is whether Jax can save the firm without losing the family she’s been fighting so hard to protect.
How Much Drama Is Meagan Good and Tank About to Bring?
As we previously mentioned, Good is joining the season as Regina Harris, a new district attorney who won’t be easily intimidated. Tank is also joining the cast as David “Davis” Jones, a charismatic musician who becomes entangled in Jax’s latest case. Naturally, we’re curious what happens when Regina crosses paths with Jax, especially as Davis’ situation threatens to put even more pressure on The Stewart Firm. Because putting two sharp Black women on opposite sides of the law sounds like primetime television, especially when we don’t know what type of time Harris is going to be on this new season. What we do know, though? We’re very much here for it all.
Where Has Spencer Been and What Has He Been Up to?
In season three, Jax and Lewis’ son Spencer was largely absent due to his attendance at boarding school in his pursuit of music and entertainment. However, we haven’t seen any glimpses of what progress he’s made while he’s been gone, or how much he’s grown since leaving home. With his family now dealing with a shooting, a new law firm, and more drama than anyone needs, we’d love to see Spencer back in the mix. And if he’s serious about following in his parents’ footsteps in the entertainment world, perhaps season four is the perfect time to see what he’s been cooking up.
Will We See Jax Recover Enough to Rock Her Stylish Ensembles Again?
Let’s be honest: No “Reasonable Doubt “season would be complete without Jax Stewart serving a look. Whether she’s walking into court or handling business at The Stewart Firm, Jax has mastered the art of dressing like the boss she is. And somehow, she manages to make courtroom-ready suiting, statement coats, and sky-high heels look like a perfectly normal workday. Hopefully, season four will give us plenty more of that signature Jax glamour, even while she’s dealing with some very unglamorous problems. We need the power suits, the designer bags, and the fly fashion moments. Because the legal drama may be the main event, but Jax’s wardrobe is always worth watching.
