Kathy Bates Almost Quit Hollywood—Until Matlock Gave Her a Reason to Stay
Matlock TV star Kathy Bates talks about how the series brought her back from the brink of retirement. During an appearance at The Hollywood Reporter […]
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From Comfort TV to Contemporary Thriller: How CBS’s ‘Matlock’ Finds Its Voice
Updating a Beloved Formula CBS’s new Matlock had a tall order: refresh a series beloved for its comfort and predictability while appealing to a modern […]
Kathy Bates Brings Gravitas to the Courtroom in CBS’s New ‘Matlock’
A Masterclass in Legal Drama From the moment Kathy Bates steps onto the screen as Madeline Matlock, it’s clear this isn’t a simple revival. It’s […]
Matlock Returns: CBS Revives a Legal Icon with a Modern Twist
A Familiar Name with a New Face CBS’s Matlock reboot has taken one of television’s most enduring legal icons and reimagined her for a new […]
Matlock on CBS: A Classic Reimagined for the Streaming Generation
After a season of legal twists and family strife, the relationship between Beau Bridges and Jason Ritter’s Matlock father and son characters is at a […]
Jason Ritter Felt a Strange Bond With Beau Bridges Before Matlock—And It All Goes Back to Dad John Ritter
After a season of legal twists and family strife, the relationship between Beau Bridges and Jason Ritter’s Matlock father and son characters is at a […]
Kathy Bates Cracks the New ‘Matlock’ with Help from Anthony Hopkins and a Dash of Fried Green Wisdom
On June 5, the IndieWire Honors Spring 2025 ceremony will celebrate the creators and stars responsible for some of the most impressive and engaging work […]
Belvin’s Quiet Influence Is Matlock’s Secret Weapon — Until It’s Not
Patricia Belcher’s Character Might Hold More Power Than Anyone Realizes In a show full of morally gray lawyers and underground agendas, it’s easy to overlook […]
Alfie’s Comic Relief Takes a Dark Turn—And Becomes One of Matlock’s Most Crucial Roles
The Stairwell Incident Was More Than a Gag—It Was a Turning Point At first glance, Alfie (played by Aaron D. Harris) seems like your classic […]
Matlock Season 2 Faces a Major Challenge: Can Matty Keep Her Greatest Trick Up Her Sleeve?
Kathy Bates’ performance expertly defines her character in Matlock, but season 2 might need to find a new approach to incorporating one of Matty Kingston’s […]
