Proved broadcast could still do sophisticated serialized legal drama.
Why it matters
Episode guide
156 episodes across 7 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
After her husband's public sex scandal, Alicia Florrick returns to law and rebuilds power on her own terms. Legal cases meet political knife fights.
Network & studio
- CBS — broadcast network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 2000s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Proved broadcast could still do sophisticated serialized legal drama.
Creators
Robert King · Michelle King
Key cast
- Julianna Margulies as Alicia Florrick
- Christine Baranski as Diane Lockhart
- Josh Charles as Will Gardner
- Matt Czuchry as Cary Agos
- Archie Panjabi as Kalinda Sharma
- Alan Cumming as Eli Gold
Flash facts
- Premiered 2009 to immediate critical respect.
- Spawned The Good Fight.
- A model for adult network drama in a cable age.
FAQ
What network aired The Good Wife?
The Good Wife is associated with CBS (2009–2016).
Why is The Good Wife in the TV Flash top 100 for the 2000s?
Proved broadcast could still do sophisticated serialized legal drama.
Who are the key names behind The Good Wife?
Creators and principals include Robert King, Michelle King.
Official & further reading
External sites for further reading — TV Flash is not affiliated with these networks or studios.
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