Matlock New Series Cast. The new matlock is described as a reimagining of the original series, meaning that ben matlock and other characters from the first show won't be referenced. About matlock after achieving success in her younger years, the brilliant septuagenarian madeline matlock, played by academy & emmy award winner kathy bates, rejoins the.

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. Taking over for the late andy griffith in the title role is academy award winner kathy bates.