Kathy Bates Reinvents 'Matlock' with a Fresh Twist

The new CBS series reimagines the classic with a compelling storyline, starring Bates as a lawyer with a hidden agenda.

Kathy Bates stars as Madeline 'Matty' Matlock, a character who uses societal perceptions of older women to her advantage in a high-stakes legal drama.
The series, created by Jennie Snyder Urman, is not a traditional reboot but a fresh take that combines procedural elements with a serialized mystery.
Matty's mission is driven by personal loss, as she seeks justice for her daughter's death linked to the opioid crisis.
The show explores intergenerational dynamics, with Matty forming complex relationships with her colleagues and family.
Despite mixed reviews, the series has garnered CBS's best series premiere audience in five years, indicating its broad appeal.