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Damages creators Todd A. Kessler, Daniel Zelman and Glenn Kessler should know a thing or two about alternative means of distribution when it comes to television. When Damages lost its spot at FX, DirecTV was there to swoop in and pick up the series, airing it on their Audience Network channel, where the series played out for two more seasons. Netflix might have been a good home for a show like Damages, had the streaming video service been offering subscribers original programming back in 2007. With that in mind, there's good news for fans of the writing trio, as Netflix has ordered a new psychological thriller from Kessler, Kessler and Zelman.

Netflix made the announcement today that the drama series comes from the Damages creators and Sony Pictures Television, and centers on a family of adult siblings whose secrets and scars are revealed when their black sheep brother returns home. The creators describe it as "A tightly wound thriller that explores the complex bonds between parents and children, brothers and sisters, and the rivalries, jealousies, and betrayals at the core of every family." And Netflix's statement adds that it "explores the wounds and emotional demons that lie at the core of a contemporary American family." Netflix has ordered a 13-episode first season, which will premiere on Netflix for subscribers to watch instantly in all of the service's territories. No word on when they plan to debut it, but it's set to start production early next year (2014).

I'll admit, I'm a happy Netflix subscriber and fairly fascinated with the way the service is handling their original programming business. Upon hearing this news, I immediately went to Netflix, placing a bet with myself that Damages was available streaming and sure enough, it is. I have no doubt that Netflix took into account Damages' Netflix viewership -- whatever that may be -- when making their decision to move forward with this new drama. That assumption goes back to an interview Netflix's Ted Sarandos did, where he spoke about the way they mine the data they're collecting from our viewing habits to make their decisions on new programming:

Netflix takes a risk by forgoing the pilot stage of their series development, essentially jumping from pitch to series order on their projects. But it's a calculated risk, and in the case of this new family drama, with its vague but intriguing premise, it stands to reason that Netflix would take into account the popularity of Damages with their subscribers. And very possibly whatever Damages overlaps with among viewers that would make them think this new drama would be a winner for them. It'll be interesting to see who's cast in this new series.

David E. Kelly, a master of television production, has returned to the legal drama genre with his most recent Netflix series, The Lincoln Lawyer. The show centers on the titular defense lawyer, Mickey Haller (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo), who after overcoming his opioid addiction following a surfing accident, is forced to return to his legal profession after one of his colleagues is murdered, leaving Mickey his practice with a backlog of cases and potentially a target on his back.

The Mickey Haller-centered novel series by Michael Connelly is the inspiration for the television show. It faithfully adapts The Brass Verdict, the second book in the series with a part being adapted into a 2011 feature film, starring Matthew McConaughey as Haller. While waiting for season 2 to premiere, there are lots of shows like The Lincoln Lawyer to entertain fans of the series.

The Lincoln Lawyer has finally returned for its seasons season, with Part 1 already streaming and Part 2 premiering on August 3. Fans will be left wanting more courtroom justice by the time they finish the first six episodes, thus, here are some legal shows like The Lincoln Lawyer for fans to indulge in while waiting for Part 2 to drop.

Matlock revolves around the life of Ben Matlock (Andy Griffith), a brilliant defense attorney who takes on new cases in each episode. With his sharp intellect and folksy charm, he investigates the crime, uncovers evidence, and ultimately defends his client in court.

In the same way as The Lincoln Lawyer did with Haller's PTSD following his accident and his subsequent drug misuse, Perry Mason is also a show that tackles and examines mental health with Mason's World War I-related trauma. Moreover, as Perry Mason also takes place in Los Angeles, only 90 years distant from The Lincoln Lawyer, fans of the show will feel particularly familiar.

Your Honor follows a New Orleans judge, Michael Desiato (Bryan Cranston) whose son participates in a hit-and-run that involves an organized crime family. Thus, he is forced to question his own core beliefs. Then, when faced with a series of increasingly difficult decisions, he learns just how far an upright man will go to save his son.

Similar to The Lincoln Lawyer, Your Honor gives audiences a protagonist they can identify with and support while having severe flaws. Additionally, the main characters of both shows must frequently question their morality and professional ethics while practicing law, which leads to conflict in both their personal and professional lives.

Set in London, Fearless is a British six-part miniseries that centers on human rights attorney Emma Banville (Helen McCrory) as she works to exonerate convicted killer Kevin Russell (Sam Swainsbury) from the murder of the schoolgirl Linda Simms 14 years ago.

The theme of Fearless is significantly highlighted with quick-paced storytelling and brilliant performances from McCrory as well as the supporting cast. Since Fearless only contains six episodes with a central theme of legal cases, it can be a great replacement for fans of The Lincoln Lawyer even though there may be differences in the settings, protagonists, and tone overall.

The premise of the show was similar to that of The Lincoln Lawyer in which both explore the moral grounds for criminal defense attorneys and the extremes to which they will go. Fans will also feel as though they have been immersed in the courtroom and have witnessed history being made personally because of the brilliant writing and outstanding performances.

How to Get Away with Murder centers on Annalise Keating (Viola Davis), a criminal defense lawyer who teaches the titular course. Keating recruits five students for internships at her legal company each academic year. However, things change when the team gets involved in a murderous scheme that will forever alter their lives.

As legal knowledge was significantly emphasized in The Lincoln Lawyer, How to Get Away with Murder also gives viewers useful legal information in a very engaging way. Additionally, this show is for you if you want a strong, fascinating female protagonist with fantastic supporting characters with intriguing backstories and suspense every minute.

David E. Kelley, who also adapted The Lincoln Lawyer for Netflix, and Jonathan Shapiro, are the creator of the Amazon Prime legal drama, Goliath. Billy McBride (Billy Bob Thornton), is a failed attorney who went on a downward spiral after a killer who he successfully defended, murder an entire family.

One of Goliath's most alluring qualities is that it, like The Lincoln Lawyer, can delve deeply into the psychology of its characters. Goliath, on the other hand, is darker than The Lincoln Lawyer and focuses more on corruption and murder, which undoubtedly adds to the drama. Another compelling incentive to watch this series is Thornton, whose portrayal of McBride earned him the 2017 Golden Globe for outstanding actor in a television series.

Damages follows Patty Hewes, a cunning and cruel lawyer, portrayed by Glenn Close. A different high-profile case is the center of each season as Patty develops her bright protg, teaching her the ropes of the competitive world of elite New York law firms and the ethical ambiguities that always seem to arise when Patty is on a case.

The Lincoln Lawyer provides viewers with a protagonist who, despite having serious flaws, they can relate to and root for. Likewise, Damages also takes its time introducing Patty Hewes to the audience. Although she is not always the most endearing or sympathetic which is precisely what makes her, as well as the entire series, so compelling to watch.

The Good Fight, like The Lincoln Lawyer, isn't afraid to show all the ugly sides of the judicial system and the brutality in the courtroom. Moreover, The Good Fight also succeeds in addressing many of the urgent social and cultural concerns that may startle the audience, in addition to just offering the traditional thrills of a legal series.

The Good Wife centers on Alicia Florrick (Julianna Margulies), the Cook County State's Attorney's wife, who resumes her legal profession following her husband's (Chris Noth) involvement in a public sex and political corruption scandal.

Similar to The Lincoln Lawyer, The Good Wife also tells the tale of a lawyer who returns to the profession after taking a break from it. Additionally, Alicia, like Mickey, is very devoted to her work and frequently questions her own professional ethics in order to do justice to her client. The female-led legal drama also succeeds in providing more than just the standard thrills one would anticipate from a legal series.

Suits follows Mike Ross, played by Patrick J. Adams, as he teams up with Harvey Specter (Gabriel Macht), a reputable lawyer. Ross, however, is not a lawyer; he merely has a remarkable eidetic memory, and one of the series' key narrative points includes hiding the fact that Ross did not hold a legal degree.

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