The 80s legal drama is reborn with a new lead as Matty plots to convince hirers they need an older woman for the job.
Brilliant septuagenarian Madeline "Matty" Matlock, who, after achieving success in her younger years, decides to rejoin the workforce at a prestigious law firm where she uses her unassuming demeanor and wily tactics to win cases and expose corruption from within.
A sparky new legal comedy drama starring Oscar-winner Kathy Bates, who is great as whip-smart, empathetic lawyer Madeline “Matty” Matlock
in this spin-off from the 80s classic. Matty left law 30 years ago, but now in her 70s, wants to practise again.
When she believes she is passed over for a role because of her age, Matty uses her wits to sneak into the firm, telling the hirers why being an older woman is useful: “Nobody sees us coming.”
But can she convince junior partner Olympia (Skye P Marshall)? Hollie Richardson
Matty is assigned to Olympia, a senior attorney and key rainmaker with a thirst for justice, while Olympia's ex-husband, Julian, the son of the head of the firm, is intrigued by Matty and her clever skills.
Matty works alongside the firm's younger associates the charismatic Billy and the uber ambitious Sarah as she endeavors to establish herself in her new high-stakes world.