Elsbeth Tascioni will reunite with an old friend in the upcoming episode of “Elsbeth” on CBS. Sarah Steele reprises her role as Marissa Gold from “The Good Wife” and “The Good Fight.” This reunion occurs during a charity event where they unexpectedly meet.
Details of the Reunion
In the episode airing Thursdays at 10/9c, Marissa reveals a significant career shift. She has transitioned from practicing law to becoming a campaign manager for a New York City political candidate. Following in her father’s footsteps, Marissa takes on a more conniving role reminiscent of Eli Gold, her father, originally portrayed by Alan Cumming.
A Look Back at Marissa and Elsbeth’s History
Marissa reflects on her past with Elsbeth by stating, “We had some good years together.” This line underscores their shared experiences in the legal world.
- Character Background:
- Marissa Gold first appeared in “The Good Wife.”
- She became a major character in the spinoff, “The Good Fight.”
- Previous Appearances:
- Christian Borle’s character, Carter Schmidt, was the first from the “Good Wife” universe to appear on “Elsbeth.”
- References to Cary Agos (Matt Czuchry) and Diane Lockhart (Christine Baranski) have been made, but they have not appeared onscreen.
Other Storylines in the Episode
Besides the reunion, Elsbeth investigates the suspicious death of a donor involved in the city’s nonprofit arts scene. Her inquiry leads her to question the motives of the victim’s friend, Gary, played by William Jackson Harper from “The Good Place.”
Fans can catch a sneak peek of Sarah Steele’s appearance as Marissa Gold by watching the embedded video on El-Balad. Viewers are encouraged to share their thoughts in the comments following the episode’s airing.
