Matlock Reboot Starring Kathy Bates Finally Gets Premiere Date

Matlock Reboot Starring Kathy Bates Finally Gets Premiere Date

As a seasoned gamer of television shows, I’m thrilled to share my excitement about the upcoming reboot of “Matlock” starring the talented Kathy Bates. The original series was a staple in my childhood, and I can’t wait to see how Bates brings her unique charm and acting skills to this beloved character.


In the beginning of 2023, it became public knowledge that acclaimed actress Kathy Bates would be headlining the TV revival of “Matlock.” This cherished mystery/legal drama series initially featured Andy Griffith portraying criminal defense attorney Ben Matlock, and it aired for nine seasons from 1986 to 1995. Bates is set to assume the eponymous lawyer’s role in this updated adaptation, which was previously slated to launch on CBS this autumn. Now, an official premiere date has been revealed: You can look forward to watching Bates bring the character to life starting on Sunday, September 22nd.

Matlock is slated to make its debut on CBS at 8 PM Eastern Time on September 22nd, an exceptional night and time for its series premiere. A replay of this initial episode will be broadcast on Thursdays, October 10th at 9 PM ET, following Big Brother and preceding a rerun of Elsebeth. Subsequently, the show will air regularly every Thursday starting from the second episode on CBS, October 17th at 9 PM ET. The release was initially scheduled for the 2023 season but got postponed to the 2024-2025 cycle due to last year’s Hollywood strikes.

What Is the Matlock Reboot About?

Matlock Reboot Starring Kathy Bates Finally Gets Premiere Date

As a gamer, I’d describe it like this: I step into the shoes of Kathy Bates’ character, Matty Matlock. A retired legal eagle in my seventies, I’ve decided to make a comeback at a prestigious law firm. With my sharp wit and understated charm, I navigate the cutthroat world of high-profile cases. My partner is Olympia, played by Skye P. Marshall, a senior attorney with an insatiable thirst for justice. Her ex-husband, Julian (Jason Ritter), intrigued by my cunning strategies, adds fuel to my determination. As I settle into my new role, I team up with the young bloods of the firm – Billy, a charismatic associate, and Sarah, an overachiever with ambition in her eyes.

The new show called Matlock is based on the well-known television program that shares the same name. In this production, Andy Griffith reprises his iconic role as Matlock, joined by Beau Bridges as Senior, Yael Grobglas as Shae, Skye P. Marshall as Olympia, Jason Ritter as Julian, David Del Rio as Billy, and Leah Lewis as Sarah. The team behind the project includes Bates, Jennie Snyder Urman, Joanna Klein, Eric Christian Olsen, and John Will serving as executive producers. Kat Coiro helms the pilot episode, which was penned by Urman. Matlock is produced under the banner of CBS Studios.

Matlock debuts on CBS on September 22nd.

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2024-07-13 22:09