SummaryAlthough Matlock is no longer producing episodes, it still airs in many locations as re-runs. Although it's best to check your television guide for times and channels, some of the following networks carry the program, the show is current carried on CMT Canada, ABC (WXYZ Detroit), TNT, WGN, Hallmark, and KDOC. Some networks may only be available i... Read More
Created By:Dean Hargrove
Matlock
9 Seasons
Season 1 Premiere:
Mar 3, 1986
Metascore
Generally Unfavorable
36
User score
Generally Favorable
7.8
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Metascore
Generally Unfavorable
36
25% Positive
1 Review
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25% Mixed
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2 Reviews
Oct 7, 2013
70
Mr. Griffith effortlessly makes the most of the country sophisticate, and Dick Van Dyke is splendidly devious as the judge. Matlock makes easy viewing, so easy that you are liable to forget it's there.
Oct 7, 2013
40
There is a plot twist along the way, but what finally ensnares the judge in a courtroom confrontation is another development of Matlock's devising that seems completely implausible. [23 Sept 1986, p.C10]
Oct 7, 2013
30
The problem with Matlock is that Griffith isn't nearly as cute as either he, or NBC, think he is. Or maybe it's that he's playing it too cute. When Peter Falk played cat and mouse with his prey in that eccentric, unassuming manner, it was charming. When Griffith does it, he just seems phony, manipulative and obnoxious. He's more creepy than he is endearing. [23 Sept 1986, p.C6]
Oct 7, 2013
0
One of the worst courtroom shows in the history of the genre. Andy Griffith trundles out of the shadows to play crusty, rich Atlanta lawyer Ben Matlock in this abysmally implausible one-hour drama. [23 Sept 1986, p.B1]
User score
Generally Favorable
7.8
94% Positive
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0% Mixed
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6% Negative
1 Rating
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Jan 16, 2026
10
Those that don't like this show are extremely biased. A great clean and well written show these days are considered taboo now. TV was meant to take people away from their cares and harsh realoties that disturb us. It somehow became a way for big studios to create the reality they wanted and push their political beliefs on society. Instead of things simply being entertainment, they are now political advertisements and brainwashing. Sit back enjoy these episodes and look the door to the nonsense outside the door.
Production Company:
- Dean Hargrove Productions
- Fred Silverman Company
- The Matlock Company
- Viacom Productions
Initial Release Date:Mar 3, 1986
Number of seasons:9 Seasons
Rating:TV-PG
Awards
Golden Globes, USA
• 1 Nomination
BMI Film & TV Awards
• 4 Wins & 4 Nominations
Primetime Emmy Awards
• 1 Win & 4 Nominations
