Matlock Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2024 · CBS · Status: Returning Series · Rated: TV-14
Frequently Asked Questions About Matlock
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Matlock have?
Matlock has 2 seasons and 35 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 22, 2024 to April 23, 2026.
Is Matlock renewed, ended, or canceled?
Matlock is currently an active returning series with future seasons planned or in development.
How long does it take to binge watch Matlock?
It takes 25h 37m (1537 minutes) to watch the complete run of Matlock. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 13 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 25.6 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 13 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Matlock?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 5 ("Claws"), which holds an outstanding rating of 7.2/10 based on 16 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Matlock?
Matlock is available for streaming on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Matlock?
Matlock has an official content rating of TV-14.
Who are the lead actors in Matlock?
The primary ensemble cast includes Kathy Bates as Madeline 'Matty' Matlock (age 78), Skye P. Marshall as Olympia Lawrence (age 44), Jason Ritter as Julian Markston (age 46), Leah Lewis as Sarah Franklin (age 29).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Kathy Bates | Madeline 'Matty' Matlock | 78 |
| Skye P. Marshall | Olympia Lawrence | 44 |
| Jason Ritter | Julian Markston | 46 |
| Leah Lewis | Sarah Franklin | 29 |
| Sam Anderson | Edwin Kingston | 79 |
| Aaron D. Harris | Alfie Kingston | – |
| David Del Rio | Billy Martinez | 38 |
| Beau Bridges | Howard 'Senior' Markston | 84 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Matlock are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.