Marrakech – Created by Raamla Mohamed, “Reasonable Doubt” series first premiered in September 2022 and quickly positioned itself as one of Hulu’s most compelling original dramas. 

Produced under Disney’s Onyx Collective, the show represents a fresh, authentic portrayal of power, race, and ambition within America’s justice system, and the people navigating it.

At the center of Reasonable Doubt is Jax Stewart, portrayed by the magnetic Emayatzy Corinealdi. 

Jax is a high-powered criminal defense attorney based in Los Angeles, known for her unconventional approach and her refusal to play by the rules. She is brilliant, confident, and complicated—a woman juggling high-stakes legal battles while struggling to maintain balance in her personal life. 

Between a strained marriage, single motherhood, and complicated past relationships, Jax’s story is as much about identity and survival as it is about law.

Each season of Reasonable Doubt takes viewers deeper into the professional and emotional maze that Jax must navigate. 

Her clients are often as flawed and layered as she is; powerful figures whose cases expose moral gray areas within the justice system. But as Jax fights fiercely for others, her own sense of right and wrong is constantly tested. 

The result is a legal drama that goes beyond courtroom theatrics to explore human vulnerability, personal cost, and the boundaries of loyalty.

Beyond its riveting storylines, Reasonable Doubt stands out for its perspective; It’s one of the few mainstream legal series told through the lens of a Black woman attorney, with an emphasis on how gender, race, and power intersect both in and out of the courtroom.

The show captures the double standards that women—particularly women of color—face in professional spaces, while also giving viewers an intimate look at Jax’s emotional world. 

The series doesn’t shy away from its sensual, stylish tone either; from the music to the wardrobe, every detail reflects the boldness of its lead character.

The performances are another major strength. Corinealdi’s commanding presence anchors the show, while Michael Ealy, Morris Chestnut, and McKinley Freeman bring complexity to the men orbiting her life. 

Their relationships with Jax—sometimes romantic, sometimes adversarial—highlight the tension between her personal desires and professional ethics. 

Critics have praised the series for its layered character development and its ability to balance emotional intensity with courtroom drama.

While Reasonable Doubt dives into heavy topics like justice, corruption, and mental health, it also delivers pure entertainment. 

The writing is sharp and fast-paced, the cases unpredictable, and the production sleek and cinematic. 

The show’s creative team, including Mohamed and executive producer Kerry Washington, infuse it with an energy that feels modern and distinctly Black, while still accessible to a global audience.

Now in its third season, which premiered in September 2025, Reasonable Doubt continues to evolve. 

The latest episodes introduce new faces, including Joseph Sikora, while long-time cast member Morris Chestnut returns in a recurring role. 

As Jax faces new professional challenges and personal reckonings, the stakes feel higher than ever, and the moral lines even blurrier.

More than a legal thriller, Reasonable Doubt is a story about power, truth, and the price of freedom, both inside the courtroom and within oneself. 

It’s a reminder that justice isn’t always black and white, and sometimes, the hardest person to defend is yourself.