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Matlock
"Allies. All lies."
Overview
After achieving success in her younger years, the brilliant septuagenarian Madeline Matlock rejoins the workforce at a prestigious law firm where she uses her unassuming demeanor and wily tactics to win cases and expose corruption from within. Inspired by the classic television series of the same name.
Status
Returning Series
Created By
Jennie Snyder Urman
Network
CBS
Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
Brilliant attorney Madeline Matlock rejoins the work force at a prestigious law firm where she uses her cleverness tactics to win cases. Matty is assigned to Olympia, an attorney with a thirst for justice. Olympia's ex-husband, Julian, the son of the head of the firm, is intrigued by Matty and her skills. Matty works alongside the firm's younger associates – Billy and Sarah.
Episodes
Pilot
After achieving success in her younger years, brilliant septuagenarian Madeline Matlock uses her unassuming demeanor to make her way into a position at a prestigious law firm, Jacobson Moore.
Rome, in a Day
As Matty settles into her new role at Jacobson Moore, Olympia and the aptly nicknamed "Team You Three" take on a lawsuit involving a developmentally delayed teenager whose family claims he's been wrongly accused of murder.
A Guy Named Greg
Matty's rusty trial skills are put to the test during a wrongful termination case by a woman claiming she was sexually harassed by her boss. Also, the firm's jury consultant and master lie detector, Shae, joins the case.
The Rabbit and the Hawk
Olympia tasks Matty with getting close to their client, who is fighting for justice in the wrongful death of his wife.
Claws
A big class-action case against the prison system hits close to home for Matty when its lead plaintiff, jailed on drug charges, relapses. Also, Matty plays matchmaker with Sarah and a girl from IT.
Sixteen Steps
As Olympia and Julian get a second shot at a case regarding a tragic death due to contaminated baby formula, their past work on the investigation gives glimpses into what led to their divorce.
Belly of the Beast
Matty works on a case with Julian in which a young woman sues after experiencing severe symptoms from a clinical trial. At the company holiday party, Olympia learns a secret about Julian's past.
No, No Monsters
YouThree help Olympia defend a defamed nanny at her children's school. Also, Matty is on a stressful hunt for an important document on the Wellbrexa case.
Friends
Matty helps Olympia take on Elijah's cousin's wrongful termination case. Also, Edwin worries that the longer Matty remains at Jacobson Moore, the more she puts herself in danger of being caught.
Crash Helmets On
Matty and Sarah pose as grandmother and granddaughter in order to gather information at a senior living facility facing a wrongful death suit.
A Traitor in Thine Own House
Tensions rise as Shae work with Olympia's team on a case for a tech startup that's had trade secrets stolen.
This Is That Moment
Olympia and Julian's issues intensify as they each represent opposing sides in a nasty custody case. Also, Matty uses the firm's security system to her advantage.
Pregame
An important class-action lawsuit leads the team to investigate a sorority; Matty brings Alfie with her to Jacobson Moore on Family Day.
Game Day
Olympia hires an outside party to select jurors rather than using Shae, putting the case at risk.
Game Face
Olympia's partnership dream hangs in the balance as she and her team race against the clock to get a dangerous drink off the market.
The Johnson Case
Olympia tries to impress the partnership board by taking on a complicated murder case.
I Was That, Too
A pregnant woman asks for Olympia’s help obtaining a divorce from her husband, whose family is a client of the firm.
Tricks of the Trade (1)
When Sarah's client is arrested after his business partner is found murdered, Billy attempts to help her handle the case while Matty and Olympia contend with a pressing confidential matter.
Tricks of the Trade (2)
Sarah's career is put in jeopardy as Jacobson-Moore readies for a trial that could change everything; Matty makes a shocking discovery.
Top Cast
Kathy Bates
Madeline 'Matty' Matlock
Skye P. Marshall
Olympia Lawrence
Jason Ritter
Julian Markston
Leah Lewis
Sarah Franklin
Sam Anderson
Edwin Kingston
Aaron D. Harris
Alfie Kingston
