Overview

• Season 1 of the CBS legal drama ‘Matlock’ concluded on April 17, 2025, with significant plot developments and character shifts, particularly in the strained relationship between Matty and Olympia.
• The series, a gender-swapped reboot of the classic show, has been praised for Kathy Bates’s nuanced portrayal of Madeline ‘Matty’ Matlock and Skye P. Marshall’s breakout performance as Olympia Lawrence.
• CBS renewed the show for a second season in October 2024, after only two episodes aired, citing strong audience reception and critical acclaim.
• The finale resolved key mysteries, including the identity of those responsible for the death of Matlock’s daughter, while introducing new questions to be explored in Season 2.
• Season 2, expected in late 2025, will continue to delve into complex character arcs and introduce new faces, with the core cast returning to continue the story.