Matlock (1986)
TVPG
Drama
Mystery
A folksy yet astute criminal defense attorney solves complex cases with his sharp wit and unassuming intelligence, often uncovering the truth in dramatic courtroom reveals.
Cast & Crew
Andy Griffith Benjamin L. Matlock
Julie Sommars Asst. D.A. Julie March
Linda Purl Charlene Matlock
Nancy Stafford Michelle Thomas
Brynn Thayer Leanne McIntyre
Carol Huston Jerri Stone
Kene Holliday Tyler Hudson
Clarence Gilyard Conrad McMaster
Daniel Roebuck Cliff Lewis
Kari Lizer Cassie Phillips
David Froman Lt. Bob Brooks
Fred Silverman Executive Producer
Dean Hargrove Executive Producer
Dean Hargrove Creator
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Upcoming TV Airings
The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.
Wednesday, December 18
Nowhere to Turn
Season 5 • Episode 2
When the judge presiding over Ben's latest case is found murdered, Ben is accused of the crime.
Wednesday, December 18
Mr. Awesome
Season 6 • Episode 18
Ben defends a young mother who is accused of killing her estranged boyfriend.
Wednesday, December 18
The Vacation
Season 7 • Episode 1
Ben and Leanne run into his nemesis (Warren Frost) and murder on the North Carolina coast.
Wednesday, December 18
The Vacation
Season 7 • Episode 2
Ben and Leanne run into his nemesis (Warren Frost) and murder on the North Carolina coast.
Thursday, December 19
Nowhere to Turn
Season 5 • Episode 3
When the judge presiding over Ben's latest case is found murdered, Ben is accused of the crime.
Thursday, December 19
The Legacy
Season 7 • Episode 3
Ben ponders a 40-year-old link between his own father and a playwright's murder.
Thursday, December 19
The Legacy
Season 7 • Episode 4
Ben ponders a 40-year-old link between his own father and a playwright's murder.
Thursday, December 19
The Ghost
Season 7 • Episode 5
A ghost convinces Ben to look into the mysterious circumstances surrounding his untimely demise.
Friday, December 20
The Madam
Season 5 • Episode 4
Ben defends a madam accused of killing a blackmailing former employee.
Friday, December 20
The Class
Season 7 • Episode 6
Ben and Leanne enlist the help of a criminal law class after a student disappears.
Friday, December 20
The Singer
Season 7 • Episode 7
Ben has too many suspects when he investigates the murder of a country singer.
Friday, December 20
The Mark
Season 7 • Episode 8
A country singer (Randy Travis) is accused of murdering his cheating partner in a nightclub.
Monday, December 23
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Monday, December 23
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Monday, December 23
The Personal Trainer
Season 5 • Episode 5
Ben defends a roofer against charges he murdered his wife's amorous personal trainer.
Monday, December 23
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Monday, December 23
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Monday, December 23
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Monday, December 23
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 24
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 24
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 24
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 24
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 24
The Narc
Season 5 • Episode 6
Ben defends a narcotics officer accused of murdering a fellow cop.
Tuesday, December 24
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 24
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 24
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 24
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, December 25
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, December 25
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, December 25
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, December 25
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, December 25
The Secret
Season 5 • Episode 7
Ben defends a gambling blues singer (Ron Taylor) accused of killing his bookmaker.
Wednesday, December 25
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, December 25
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, December 25
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, December 25
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, December 26
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, December 26
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, December 26
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, December 26
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, December 26
The Secret
Season 5 • Episode 8
Defending a gambler, Ben uncovers art theft, murder and blackmail.
Thursday, December 26
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, December 26
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, December 26
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, December 26
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, December 27
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, December 27
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, December 27
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, December 27
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, December 27
The Brothers
Season 5 • Episode 9
Evidence indicates the twin brother of a doctor killed the latter's partner.
Friday, December 27
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, December 27
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, December 27
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, December 27
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Saturday, December 28
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Saturday, December 28
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Monday, December 30
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Monday, December 30
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Monday, December 30
The Cover Girl
Season 5 • Episode 10
Ben defends a fashion photographer accused of murdering the head of a modeling agency.
Monday, December 30
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Monday, December 30
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Monday, December 30
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Monday, December 30
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 31
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 31
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 31
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 31
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 31
The Biker
Season 5 • Episode 11
A militant biker is accused of murdering a movie star, for whom he worked as a bodyguard.
Tuesday, December 31
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 31
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 31
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Tuesday, December 31
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, January 1
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, January 1
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, January 1
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, January 1
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, January 1
The Broker
Season 5 • Episode 12
Julie suspects suicide in the death of a broker client accused of killing his partner.
Wednesday, January 1
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, January 1
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, January 1
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Wednesday, January 1
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, January 2
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, January 2
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, January 2
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, January 2
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, January 2
The Fighter
Season 5 • Episode 13
A boxer is accused of murdering a journalist who wrote a damaging article about him.
Thursday, January 2
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, January 2
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, January 2
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Thursday, January 2
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, January 3
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, January 3
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, January 3
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, January 3
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, January 3
The Critic
Season 5 • Episode 14
The creator of a Broadway-bound musical is accused of murdering its powerful critic.
Friday, January 3
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, January 3
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, January 3
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Friday, January 3
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Saturday, January 4
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
Saturday, January 4
A brilliant attorney takes on tough cases.
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