Kathy Bates in 'Matlock' Episode 6
CBS’ Matlock, starring the irrepressible and still-formidable Kathy Bates, has done more than dominate this television season. In a shock, it’s even turned the idea of aging on its head. What could have been a simple gender-swapped reboot of the 1980s legal drama has emerged as a really clever deep dive into the themes of power, justice, and society’s treatment of older women.
✕ Remove Ads That secret identity is a significant twist introduced in the pilot. While Madeline “Matty” Matlock initially presents herself as a struggling older woman forced back into the workforce, the reveal shows she’s Madeline Kingston, a wealthy woman driven by a profound personal loss. Matty infiltrates a prestigious law firm under false pretenses to bring down Big Pharma, whom she blames for her daughter’s death.
“It really strikes Matty that she is stepping into territory that is dangerous emotionally, and while she has her agenda, her actions are affecting real people.” The show also makes a point to include diverse perspectives, like the same-sex couple navigating parenthood in episode six. “It’s powerful for people to see that,” Coiro said. “I’m proud to be part of something that explores so many viewpoints.”
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