20 TV Shows to Watch If You’re a Libra
Finding shows that mirror the Libra pull toward partnership, harmony, and fairness can be simple when you look at stories built on relationships and questions of right and wrong. This list brings together legal dramas, ensemble comedies, and character driven sagas that revolve around connection, community, and the balance between personal and public life.
Each pick includes clear details about the premise along with cast and creator credits so you can decide what fits your queue. You will see courtroom clashes, workplace dynamics, and friendships that shape big decisions, all told by actors and crews who built worlds that revolve around people and the ties between them.
‘The Good Wife’ (2009–2016)
Alicia Florrick returns to practicing law after a public scandal involving her husband and builds a career inside a Chicago firm that handles corporate cases and criminal defense. The series follows trials, political campaigns, and family choices with a focus on courtroom strategy and firm alliances.
The show stars Julianna Margulies with key roles for Christine Baranski, Matt Czuchry, Archie Panjabi, and Alan Cumming. It was created by Michelle King and Robert King and aired on CBS with regular appearances by Chris Noth as Peter Florrick and a large roster of recurring judges and attorneys.
‘Better Call Saul’ (2015–2022)
The story tracks Jimmy McGill as he develops his practice and moves toward the identity of Saul Goodman while handling clients across Albuquerque and navigating rules that shape the legal system. The plot shows his cases, his work with older law partners, and the pressure that builds from criminal networks.
The series stars Bob Odenkirk with Rhea Seehorn, Jonathan Banks, Michael McKean, and Giancarlo Esposito. It was created by Vince Gilligan and Peter Gould and produced by Sony Pictures Television for AMC with writing and directing teams that connect it to ‘Breaking Bad’.
‘Suits’ (2011–2019)
A talented college dropout with a sharp memory is hired by a New York law firm after a chance meeting with a senior closer and the pair build a partnership that drives the firm’s major cases. The story moves through mergers, name changes, and negotiations that test loyalty and firm rules.
The show stars Gabriel Macht and Patrick J. Adams with Sarah Rafferty, Meghan Markle, Rick Hoffman, and Gina Torres. Created by Aaron Korsh for USA Network, it features a rotating group of clients and corporate disputes that bring in guest directors and writers across many episodes.
‘The Good Fight’ (2017–2022)
After a financial fraud wipes out savings, Diane Lockhart joins a Chicago firm known for civil rights litigation and complex corporate disputes. The plot covers high profile cases, firm leadership shifts, and courtroom tactics that affect clients and partners.
Christine Baranski leads the cast with Audra McDonald, Cush Jumbo, Delroy Lindo, and Sarah Steele. The series was created by Michelle King, Robert King, and Phil Alden Robinson and streamed on CBS All Access then Paramount Plus as a spin off of ‘The Good Wife’.
‘How to Get Away with Murder’ (2014–2020)
A law professor selects students for a clinic that takes on challenging cases and a mystery entwines their academic work with a series of crimes. The story follows investigations, plea deals, and trial preparation along with the personal lives of the class.
Viola Davis stars as Annalise Keating with Alfred Enoch, Aja Naomi King, Jack Falahee, Charlie Weber, Liza Weil, and Matt McGorry. Created by Peter Nowalk and produced by Shonda Rhimes, the show aired on ABC with an ensemble of recurring judges, detectives, and attorneys.
‘Scandal’ (2012–2018)
A crisis management firm in Washington handles political problems for powerful clients while maintaining strict rules about confidentiality and strategy. The plot covers election campaigns, national security matters, and legal exposure that comes with high office.
Kerry Washington leads the cast with Tony Goldwyn, Bellamy Young, Guillermo Diaz, Jeff Perry, and Joshua Malina. Created by Shonda Rhimes for ABC, the series features a writers room that blends legal, media, and policy threads and includes frequent appearances by fixer teams and federal agents.
‘Boston Legal’ (2004–2008)
Two litigators at a Boston firm take on civil cases that touch business, medicine, and public policy while navigating partnership decisions and courtroom procedure. Episodes move from depositions to closing arguments with attention to firm culture.
James Spader and William Shatner star with Candice Bergen, Julie Bowen, and John Larroquette. Created by David E. Kelley for ABC, the series spun out of ‘The Practice’ and brought in guest stars as clients and opposing counsel across multi episode arcs.
‘Ally McBeal’ (1997–2002)
A young attorney joins a boutique firm where colleagues mix personal lives with demanding casework and the series follows motions, settlements, and bench trials in and around Boston. The show blends office relationships with the routines of legal practice.
Calista Flockhart stars with Greg Germann, Peter MacNicol, Jane Krakowski, Lucy Liu, and Portia de Rossi. Created by David E. Kelley for Fox, it features a recurring cast of judges and clients and includes guest turns by Robert Downey Jr in a major arc.
‘Law & Order’ (1990–2010)
Each episode presents a criminal investigation followed by prosecution as detectives coordinate with the district attorney’s office in New York City. The format splits time between gathering evidence and building a case for trial.
The series was created by Dick Wolf and features Sam Waterston, Jerry Orbach, S. Epatha Merkerson, and Jesse L. Martin among a large ensemble. It aired on NBC with a stable team of writers and directors and introduced a franchise that includes several related shows.
‘Parks and Recreation’ (2009–2015)
The parks department in a small Indiana city manages permits, projects, and public meetings while staff work through civic plans and community engagement. The plot tracks campaigns, city contracts, and everyday government tasks that affect residents.
The ensemble includes Amy Poehler, Nick Offerman, Rashida Jones, Aziz Ansari, Aubrey Plaza, Chris Pratt, Adam Scott, and Rob Lowe. Created by Greg Daniels and Michael Schur for NBC, the show uses a mock documentary style with recurring appearances by town officials and citizens.
‘Friends’ (1994–2004)
Six friends share apartments and meeting places in New York while moving through careers and relationships that intersect across seasons. Storylines include new jobs, family visits, and life events that shift the group’s routines.
The cast features Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer. Created by David Crane and Marta Kauffman for NBC, the series uses a multi camera format and brings in recurring guest stars as partners, coworkers, and relatives.
‘Sex and the City’ (1998–2004)
Four friends in Manhattan balance work and personal life while discussing dating, partnership, and independence. The narrative follows columns, fashion work, law careers, and art management as the group meets new people and revisits past connections.
Sarah Jessica Parker leads the cast with Kim Cattrall, Kristin Davis, and Cynthia Nixon. Created by Darren Star and based on writing by Candace Bushnell, the series aired on HBO and features a rotating set of guest actors as partners, clients, and friends.
‘Gossip Girl’ (2007–2012)
Students and recent graduates on the Upper East Side manage school, family businesses, and social events while an unseen blogger reports on their movements. The plot covers romances, betrayals, and public fallout tied to the anonymous posts.
The main cast includes Blake Lively, Leighton Meester, Penn Badgley, Chace Crawford, and Ed Westwick with narration by Kristen Bell. Developed by Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage from novels by Cecily von Ziegesar, the series aired on The CW with frequent guest roles for designers and media figures.
‘Downton Abbey’ (2010–2015)
An English estate follows the lives of a titled family and the staff who run the house as events in society reshape traditions and roles. The story moves through inheritances, marriages, and service positions that reflect changing times.
The cast features Hugh Bonneville, Elizabeth McGovern, Michelle Dockery, and Maggie Smith with ensemble turns from Penelope Wilton and Brendan Coyle. Created by Julian Fellowes for ITV and later broadcast in the United States on PBS, the show uses a large recurring company to portray guests and relations.
‘Mad Men’ (2007–2015)
An advertising agency in New York develops campaigns for major clients while partners and staff navigate office structure and client relations. The series shows pitches, account moves, and the impact of cultural shifts on business.
Jon Hamm stars with Elisabeth Moss, January Jones, Christina Hendricks, John Slattery, and Vincent Kartheiser. Created by Matthew Weiner for AMC, the production features period design teams, frequent guest actors as clients, and writers who later led other series.
‘The Crown’ (2016–2023)
This drama follows the reign of Queen Elizabeth II as it covers state duties, family life, and the relationship between the palace and government. The narrative presents private meetings, public tours, and constitutional roles across decades.
The cast changes by era with Claire Foy, Olivia Colman, and Imelda Staunton portraying the monarch and key roles for Matt Smith, Tobias Menzies, Helena Bonham Carter, Josh O’Connor, Emma Corrin, Dominic West, and Elizabeth Debicki. Created by Peter Morgan for Netflix, the series uses directors and crews assigned to blocks of episodes.
‘Big Little Lies’ (2017–2019)
A group of mothers in Monterey connect through a school community as a death investigation unfolds around them. The story traces marriages, custody disputes, and legal actions that involve the group.
The cast includes Nicole Kidman, Reese Witherspoon, Shailene Woodley, Laura Dern, and Zoë Kravitz with Meryl Streep joining later. Developed by David E. Kelley from a novel by Liane Moriarty, the series aired on HBO with direction by Jean Marc Vallée and Andrea Arnold.
‘Broadchurch’ (2013–2017)
A coastal town faces the impact of a child’s death while two detectives work through evidence, interviews, and forensic reports. The plot examines how a single case spreads through families and local institutions.
David Tennant and Olivia Colman lead the cast with Jodie Whittaker and Andrew Buchan in central roles. Created by Chris Chibnall for ITV, the series was filmed in Dorset with music by Ólafur Arnalds and returning crew across its three series.
‘Sherlock’ (2010–2017)
A contemporary version of the detective and his friend solves complex cases across London using observation, experiments, and coordination with the police. Episodes focus on puzzles, courtroom appearances, and criminal networks.
Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman star with Andrew Scott as a key adversary. Created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss for the BBC with co production by Hartswood Films, the series uses feature length episodes directed by a rotating team.
‘The West Wing’ (1999–2006)
Senior staff in the White House manage policy, communications, and legislative negotiations while preparing briefings and working with advisors. The plot covers meetings, press management, and domestic and international issues that shape governance.
The ensemble includes Martin Sheen, Allison Janney, Bradley Whitford, Richard Schiff, Rob Lowe, Janel Moloney, Stockard Channing, and Dulé Hill. Created by Aaron Sorkin for NBC, the production features a large recurring cast of lawmakers, diplomats, and press figures and a writers room that handled fast paced dialogue and detailed procedure.
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