Suits season 8 episode 7 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In "Suits," Harvey and Donna navigate tensions due to Harvey's unwanted new client, David Fox. Louis and Sheila grapple with religious differences about their future child's upbringing. Alex assists Robert Zane with legal issues at his vineyard, uncovering racial and community tensions. Harvey works reluctantly with Fox to acquire a building, leading to conflicts and revelations about Fox's motivations. The episode explores themes of integrity, firm politics, and personal relationships, ending with Louis and Sheila's relationship struggle and the team reflecting on their experiences.

Full Episode S08E07 Recap

### "Suits" Season 8 Episode 7: Sour Grapes #### Scene: Opening Montage - Louis and Sheila discuss their future child, emphasizing the importance of family and Louis's desire to be a fully involved father. - Harvey and Donna face tension over Harvey's new client, David Fox, whom Harvey despises but Donna has negotiated with. - Alex is unexpectedly sent to assist Robert Zane with a personal legal issue involving his vineyard. - Samantha offers her assistance to Harvey with the David Fox case, hinting at underlying motivations related to firm politics. #### Scene: Robert Zane's Vineyard - Alex arrives at Robert's vineyard, learning about issues affecting the vineyard's profitability. - Robert reveals his personal connection to the vineyard, linked to memories of his deceased sister. #### Scene: Louis and Sheila's Parenthood Plans - Louis and Sheila face a disagreement over how to raise their child in terms of religious identity, with Louis insisting on a Jewish upbringing. #### Scene: Harvey and David Fox's Tense Negotiations - Harvey grudgingly works with David Fox, trying to acquire a building owned by Fox's rival without revealing Fox's involvement. - The deal becomes complicated when the rival, John Billows, suspects Fox's involvement and refuses to sell. #### Scene: Robert Zane's Vineyard Controversy - Alex uncovers racial and community tensions as the root of Robert's vineyard problems, leading to a heated confrontation. #### Scene: Firm Politics and the David Fox Case - Samantha and Harvey strategize to manipulate the situation to their advantage, balancing firm politics and the challenging dynamics of the case. #### Scene: Resolution of Vineyard Issue - Alex and Robert find a community-focused solution for the vineyard issue, emphasizing inclusivity and mutual respect. #### Scene: Harvey and David Fox's Confrontation and Resolution - Harvey confronts Fox over hidden motives in the building purchase, leading to a deeper understanding of Fox's actions and eventual resolution. #### Scene: Louis and Sheila's Relationship Struggle - Louis and Sheila navigate the complexities of their relationship and future parenting, with a twist of a false pregnancy test result. #### Scene: Firm Dynamics and Personal Growth - The episode concludes with reflections on personal growth, firm dynamics, and the importance of integrity and relationships in both personal and professional spheres. ### Key Dialogues: - Louis to Sheila: "I want to raise our child Jewish." - Harvey to Donna: "I'm not representing a client that lies to my face!" - Robert to Alex: "I'm a big, bad motherfucker, and I'm here to drink your goddamn milkshake." ### Final Scene: Personal Moments and Firm Politics - The episode ends with personal moments between Louis and Sheila, and Harvey, Donna, and Samantha reflecting on the episode's events and their implications for the firm's future.