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From there, the firm gathers on a Saturday to do everything they can to beat the clock.

It’s an intense, satisfying hour that also features Peter’s (Chris Noth) live debate.

“Hybristophilia” (Season 1, Episode 22)

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“Executive Order #13224” (Season 3, Episode 7)

You want drama?

How about Alicia going toe-to-toe with Homeland Security?

Or Peter and Will finally confronting each other?

“Nine Hours” (Season 2, Episode 9)

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This episode had all thatandCarrie Preston’s Elsbeth Tascioni!

And when Wendy went after Alicia, Peter finally stepped in.

Yep, the heat in the courtroom carried over to a steamy make-out for Will and Alicia.

“Closing Arguments” (Season 2, Episode 23)

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“What’s in the Box?”

But business aside, the emotional ramifications of this hour were what made it shine.

Well, thatandthe desk-clearing scene.

“Executive Order #13224” (Season 3, Episode 7)

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Watching Alicia and company come to terms with the news is heart-wrenching drama at its best.

David Lee (Zach Grenier) cries!

Alicia visits the crime scene!

“Another Ham Sandwich” (Season 3, Episode 14)

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Plus, you have to love an episode that involvesMatthew Goode’s Finn.

“Red Team/Blue Team” (Season 4, Episode 14)

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“What’s in the Box?” (Season 4, Episode 22)

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“Hitting the Fan” (Season 5, Episode 5)

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“Dramatics, Your Honor” (Season 5, Episode 15)

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“The Last Call” (Season 5, Episode 16)

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“Oppo Research” (Season 6, Episode 4)

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