TheMatlockcast of characters includes a captivating group of actors capable of reviving Andy Griffith’s 1980s and ’90s legal courtroom drama, one of thebest procedural TV shows ever. Griffith’s series utilized his folksy exterior to mask his sharp legal mind, and Bates' reboot will adopt the same premise.Kathy Bates will star in the series as Madeline “Matty” Matlock, a retired lawyer who returns to practicing law to support her family. Bates has held leading roles in TV series like Netflix’s stoner comedyDisjointedand NBC’sHarry’s Law,but theMatlockreboot is remarkable.
Kathy Bates said she"had one foot out the door,“believing she could land something likeMatlockat her age in a Conversations Between Stars interview withCBSahead of theMatlockseries premiere. In that way, the septuagenarian identifies with a significant theme oftheMatlockreboot: that aging people in society are often treated like they’re invisible. While Bates is far from invisible, and her impressive career has shown no signs of slowing down, theMatlockseries has the potential to elevate even a prominent star. A charming supporting cast will join Bates inMatlock.
Kathy Bates As Madeline “Matty” Matlock
Date of Birth: August 12, 2025
Actor: Born in Memphis, Tennessee,Kathy Bates' first feature film wasTaking Offin 1971, but she has a mammoth career nearly impossible to encapsulate. Bates is a decorated actor, including an Academy Award for Best Actress garnered for her performance in Rob Reiner’sMiseryin 1990, based on Stephen King’s 1987 novel. In addition toKathy Bate’s best movies, the actor has recently been in the zeitgeist for her many performances inAmerican Horror Storyand her role inA Family Affairin 2024 with Zac Efron and Nicole Kidman.
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Character: Kathy Bates plays Madeline Matlock, a retired lawyer who uses her elderly demeanor to get an edge in the legal world.
Skye P. Marshall As Olympia
Date of Birth: June 11, 2025
Actor: Born in Chicago, Illinois, and a veteran of the United States Air Force,Skye P. Marshall gained recognition on The CW seriesBlack Lightningwith a 10-episode run in the series' first season in 2018. She continued her TV streak with recurring roles as Mambo Marie inNetflix’sChilling Adventures of Sabrinain 2020 and Dr. Lex Trulie inGood Samin 2022. Leading up toMatlock,Marshall played Asia in the 2023 drama filmTo Live and Die and Live.
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Character: Skye P. Marshall plays Olympia, Madeline Matlock’s younger boss at her new law firm, Jacobson Moore, to whom she must prove herself.
David Del Rio As Billy
Date of Birth: July 21, 2025
Actor: Born in Miami, Floria,David Del Rio made it big as Kolio inPitch Perfectin 2012 and followed it up by taking on the role of Putzie inGrease Live!,an American television special that aired in January 2016. David Del Rio followed up his musical performances with a role in ABC’sThe Baker and the Beautyin 2020. While the romantic comedy only ran for one season, Del Rio returned to TV shortly after that as Ben in the Hulu seriesMaggiein 2023.
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Character: David Del Rio plays Billy, an associate who works closely with Madeline Matlock at Jacobson Moore.
Leah Lewis As Sarah
Date of Birth: June 29, 2025
Actor: Born in Shanghai, China, but raised in Windermere, Florida,Leah Lewis gained attention for playing Spoon inFred 3: Camp Fred,with Lucas Cruikshank as Fred Figglehorn. Lewis had a steady stream of movie and TV roles, and in 2020, she starred in Netflix’sThe Half of It,which is Certified Fresh with a 97 percentRotten Tomatoesscore. Leading up to herMatlockrole, Lewis played the voice role of Ember inElementalin 2023 and was on The CW’sNancy Drewfrom 2019 to 2023.
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Character: Leah Lewis plays Sarah, another associate who works closely with Madeline Matlock at Jacobson Moore and is determined to make a name for herself.
Jason Ritter As Julian
Date of Birth: August 17, 2025
Actor: Hailing from Los Angeles, California,Jason Ritter’s first regular role was as Kevin Girardi in ABC’s family dramaJoan of Arcadiafrom 2003 to 2005, and he has many movie and television performances. He played Mark Cyr in NBC’sParenthood,for which he was nominated for an Emmy Award, and voiced the Dipper Pines character in the first two seasons ofGravity Falls.Ritter recently appeared as himself in a morbidly comical feature inThe Boys’Gen Vspinoff.
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Character: Jason Ritter’s Julian character, the son of the head of the Jacobson Moore law firm and Olympia’s ex-husband.
MatlockSupporting Cast & Characters
Beau Bridges as Senior: Beau Bridges is known for his work in feature films, such asThe Fabulous Baker Boys, Max Payne, The Descendants,andHit and Run.InMatlock,Bridges will play Senior, the head of the law firm where Madeline Matlock works.
Aaron D. Harris as Alfie Kingston: A budding professional actor, Aaron D. Harris launched his career in 2023, and his role alongside Bates is his first. Harris will also join the cast ofTiny Fugitivesalongside Johnny Knoxville. InMatlock,Harris plays Madeline Matlock’s grandson.
Eme Ikwuator as Elijah: Eme Ikwuator is known for the TV seriesInhumansandOn My Block.He has featured in the filmsMoonfallwith Halle Berry andThe Gray Manwith Ryan Gosling, both in 2022. InMatlock,Ikwuator plays Elijah, who is associated with Madeline’s law firm.
Jordyn Weitz as Kathryn: A child actor, Jordyn Weitz featured in the TV seriesRoarin 2022 and the filmCondition of Returnin 2023, leading up to her role inMatlock.Weitz will play the Kathryn character in CBS’Matlock.
Henry Allen as Courtney (Court) Lawrence-Markston: Another child star, Henry Allen, has featured in the shortThe Legend of Yiand an episode ofGrey’s Anatomy.Allen will play Courtney “Court” Lawrence-Markston inMatlock.
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Matlock (2024) follows the return of Madeline Matlock, a brilliant septuagenarian, to a prestigious law firm. Utilizing her unassuming demeanor and astute strategies, she navigates the legal world to win cases and uncover corruption. The series draws inspiration from the classic television series of the same name.
