The BEST episodes of Matlock (2024)

Every episode of Matlock (2024) ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Matlock (2024)!

Madeline “Matty” Matlock, a brilliant septuagenarian who achieved success in her younger years, decides to rejoin the work force at a prestigious law firm where she uses her unassuming demeanor and wily tactics to win cases. Matty is assigned to Olympia, a senior attorney and key rainmaker with a thirst for justice. Olympia’s ex-husband, Julian, the son of the head of the firm, is intrigued by Matty and her clever skills. As Matty endeavors to establish herself in her new high-stakes world, she works alongside the firm’s younger associates — the charismatic Billy and the uber ambitious Sarah.

Last Updated: 12/18/2024Network: CBSStatus: Continuing
Pilot
star
7.93
432 votes

#1 - Pilot

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/22/2024

After achieving success in her younger years, brilliant septuagenarian Madeline Matlock uses her unassuming demeanor to make her way into a position at a prestigious law firm, Jacobson Moore.

Directors: Kat Coiro
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Claws
star
7.70
274 votes

#2 - Claws

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/7/2024

A big class-action case against the prison system hits close to home for Matty when its lead plaintiff, jailed on drug charges, relapses. Also, Matty plays matchmaker with Sarah and a girl from IT.

Directors: Marie Jamora
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The Rabbit and the Hawk
star
7.69
307 votes

#3 - The Rabbit and the Hawk

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/31/2024

Olympia tasks Matty with getting close to their client, who is fighting for justice in the wrongful death of his wife.

Directors: Kat Coiro
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A Guy Named Greg
star
7.69
345 votes

#4 - A Guy Named Greg

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/24/2024

Matty's rusty trial skills are put to the test during a wrongful termination case by a woman claiming she was sexually harassed by her boss. Also, the firm's jury consultant and master lie detector, Shae (Yael Grobglas), joins the case.

Directors: Brad Silberling
Writer: Nicki Renna
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Rome, in a Day
star
7.66
359 votes

#5 - Rome, in a Day

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/17/2024

As Matty settles into her new role at Jacobson Moore, Olympia and the aptly nicknamed “Team You Three” (Matty, Billy and Sarah) take on a lawsuit involving a developmentally delayed teenager whose family claims he’s been wrongly accused of murder. Also, Olympia and Julian disagree on a parenting matter.

Directors: Kat Coiro
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Sixteen Steps
star
7.64
273 votes

#6 - Sixteen Steps

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/14/2024

As Olympia and Julian get a second shot at a case regarding a tragic death due to contaminated baby formula, their past work on the investigation gives glimpses into what led to their divorce. Also, Matty’s overwhelming stress causes her to consider quitting.

Directors: Kat Coiro
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Belly of the Beast
star
7.61
203 votes

#7 - Belly of the Beast

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/5/2024

Matty works on a case with Julian in which a young woman sues after experiencing severe symptoms from a clinical trial. At the company holiday party, Olympia learns a secret about Julian’s past.

Directors: Tessa Blake
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No, No Monsters
star
7.55
156 votes

#8 - No, No Monsters

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/12/2024

YouThree help Olympia defend a defamed nanny at her children’s school. Also, Matty is on a stressful hunt for an important document on the Wellbrexa case.

Directors: Yangzom Brauen
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