10/47

This show only has the most tangential relationship with the original series

Tale

Follows Madeline Matlock as she joins the work force at a prestigious law firm, where she uses her wily tactics to win cases and expose wrongdoing. starring Andy Griffith in the title role of criminal defense attorney Ben Matlock.

This would have verified identity, address, current license status, disciplinary actions, etc

For legal reasons they had to give Dean Hargrove a "based on the series Matlock" credit.. For Matlock to be hired by a New York law firm they would have had to have checked her law license status through one of three official mechanisms, each of which is carefully managed by the state.

Remake of Matlock (1986)

Well, I did enjoy the first episode of Matlock. Of course, any material Kathy Bates touches is going to get a lift.

Again, maybe thats what you get with an acting legend

I think she had good chemistry with the rest of the cast. And we love Beau Bridges who made a cameo like appearance.

What an ACE in the hole CBS has there

Then, along comes Sam Anderson whose talent and charisma brings something special to every character he plays. If the stories and writing can keep up with the talent pool this series has, and the director can give a little guidance to the younger cast, I think CBS is going to have a hit on its hands.