Matlock Season 2

CBS has renewed 'Matlock,' starring Kathy Bates, for a second season after only two episodes aired, highlighting its strong performance and critical acclaim. The series, which is a reimagining of the classic show, debuted to 7.7 million viewers, marking CBS's best non-Super Bowl premiere in over five years, and quickly grew to 10.67 million with multiplatform viewing. Bates plays Madeline 'Matty' Matlock, a septuagenarian lawyer who returns to practice while secretly investigating a personal connection to the opioid crisis. The show has received a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating a positive reception from critics and audiences alike. CBS Entertainment president Amy Reisenbach praised the series for its brilliant plot twist and the compelling performance of Bates. New episodes of 'Matlock' air Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET/PT.