The Good Wife Season 3 Episode 7 Executive Order 13224
- TV-14
- November 6, 2011
- 43 min
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8.2 (656)
In The Good Wife season 3 episode 7, titled "Executive Order 13224," Alicia Florrick (Julianna Margulies) and her law firm take on a difficult terrorism case. The client in question is a young Muslim student who has been accused of donating money to a terrorist organization. The case becomes even more complicated when it is revealed that the student's parents were killed in a drone strike ordered by the same government that is now prosecuting him.
Meanwhile, Kalinda Sharma (Archie Panjabi) continues to investigate the firm's senior partner Derrick Bond (Michael Ealy), whom she suspects of having ulterior motives. Kalinda enlists the help of Blake Calamar (Scott Porter), a private investigator who has previously clashed with her, in the hopes of finding proof that Bond is up to no good. Will Gardner (Josh Charles), the firm's other senior partner, is noticeably absent from much of the episode as he deals with personal issues.
As the case against the Muslim student progresses, Alicia begins to feel the pressure from both the government and the public. She is torn between her loyalty to her client and her duty as an attorney to uphold the law. Her decision is further complicated by the fact that her husband Peter (Chris Noth) is running for political office and any association with a potential terrorist could harm his campaign.
The episode tackles important and timely issues around terrorism, racial profiling, and the balance between civil liberties and national security. It also delves into the complexities of the legal system and the tough decisions that attorneys must make when faced with conflicting interests.
"Executive Order 13224" is a thought-provoking episode that showcases the excellent writing and acting that has made The Good Wife such a critically acclaimed show. It asks difficult questions and challenges viewers to consider their own beliefs and values. With its strong plot and compelling characters, it is a must-watch for fans of legal dramas and anyone interested in exploring the intersection of law, politics, and social justice.