The Good Wife: 101: Pilot (2009) — Screenplay
After her husband's public sex scandal and imprisonment, a disgraced politician's wife returns to work as a junior litigator to rebuild her life and career.
- Written by
- Robert King, Michelle King
- Genre
- Drama, Crime, Mystery
- Studio
- CBS
- Length
- 68 pages
This pilot is a masterclass in establishing a protagonist's internal conflict through external action. The Kings' script balances the protagonist's humiliation with her fierce competence, creating a compelling character arc. Its efficient world-building introduces a high-stakes legal backdrop and a nuanced cast, making it a strong study in dramatic setup and thematic layering.
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