When
Matlock
Premiering last fall on CBS, by the close of the initial episode, viewers discovered a major plot twist: Madeline “Matty” Matlock (
Kathy Bates
She wasn’t actually who she claimed to be. Throughout the entire season, she has been struggling to maintain this deception, despite finding it agonizing. As time passed, she developed friendships with her colleagues, particularly her supervisor Olympia.
Skye P. Marshall
), whom she had developed a particular affection for.
Yet, the affection for her deceased daughter, who passed away due to an Oxy addiction, overshadowed her desire to confess. Consequently, she persisted in her quest to uncover who had taken out the Wellbrexia files from evidence—documents that might have exposed the dangers of the medication and potentially prevented further tragedies.
However, at the conclusion of the episode from two weeks prior, Olympia discovered the reality that Matty was not what she claimed to be, leading to an confrontation between them. Since then, both women have been addressing their problems and dealing with Olympia’s understandable rage.
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At first, Olympia considered reporting the incident to the authorities, but Matty pointed out that this might not be beneficial for her children. Additionally, Matty questioned what specific charges could be brought forward because Olympia had lawfully altered her identity and successfully cleared the New York bar exam. Hence, from a legal standpoint, she is exactly whom she said she was.
Furthermore, she aimed to provide Olympia with the chance to demonstrate that Julian
Jason Ritter
He was not guilty of taking the Wellbrexa documents during the discovery process; this was an opportunity Olympia sought to prevent the father of her children from losing his license to practice law, which she aimed to achieve by refuting these allegations.
Therefore, the two ladies devised a scheme for Olympia to obtain access to Julian’s trust documents in order to determine whether he used money from these funds to pay for their townhouse instead of receiving payment as a bribe from his father, Senior.
Beau Bridges
Olympia felt an immense relief upon seeing the trust documents, but her peace of mind vanished swiftly when she discovered the absent paper tucked away in Julian’s safety deposit box.
Will Olympia allow Julian to tear up the document to ensure there’s no evidence? Or will she hand them over to Matty so the truth gets revealed?
spoke to
Matlock
showrunner
Jennie Snyder Urban
To hear her thoughts on the plot developments of Season 1 and anticipate what might be coming up in Season 2.
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A crucial element in exposing Matty’s true nature to Olympia was the telephone conversation wherein Edwin (Sam Anderson) emphasized how significant Olympia is to Matty. To what extent might this revelation influence Olympia’s demeanor moving ahead?
It’s accurate indeed, as Matty continually attempts to convey this understanding to her. He says, “Both of these truths stand firm: I genuinely care about you and our friendship was genuine; yet simultaneously, I was deceiving you.” These concepts weigh heavily on both Matty’s mind and emotions, and he wishes for Olympia to grasp his perspective fully.
In the start of Episode 17, Olympia doesn’t buy into what’s being said; she cannot fathom that Matty might genuinely be her friend yet deceive her so thoroughly and harshly. However, as episodes progress—into 18 and then 19—Olympia finds herself cornered. To obtain crucial details, she resorts to manipulating Julian, which teaches her a lesson about the challenges faced by Matty. Matty hopes that once she gains insider status, she will realize just how painful this situation is and understand that both realities can coexist, making their bond one worthy of salvaging.
Matty adores Olympia. Olympia has transformed her life in ways she never imagined possible. Therefore, if there’s any chance for Matty to extricate herself from this situation without damaging their friendship—now that Olympia is aware of everything—that would be her primary wish. Though she believes it might not be feasible, maintaining their bond remains her dearest hope.
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It was surprising for audiences that Matty had officially changed her name and passed the New York bar exam. You’ve been holding onto this bit of information.
Absolutely, we made that decision from the start. Since Jacobson Moore will handle the background checks, they’ll verify her bar exam scores. She thoroughly prepared for this scheme; it wasn’t something she entered into hastily. Thus, her name was officially changed, as well as her legal status. This way, both she and her grandson Alfie have moved forward with these changes.
Aaron Harris
) developed a web history for Madeline Matlock. However, these two statements are accurate.
In the final episode, Matty mentions that she believes Olympia will never be able to forgive her. However, at this point, Matty isn’t aware that Olympia has discovered the lost Wellbrexa document hidden in Julian’s safety deposit box. Given this revelation, could it alter matters now that Matty was correct about Olympia’s inability to forgive?
In the writer’s room for Season 2, that’s exactly what we’re discussing—how significantly this alters events and whether she uncovers it. That, I believe, will be the heart of the second season.
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You ended up leaving us with many minor cliffhangers too. To begin with, Claudia (Bella Ortiz) being pregnant—how do you think this will affect Billy’s (David Del Rio) storyline moving ahead?
The initial issue they address is whether she will have the baby or not. This choice sets off a chain reaction influencing many of his subsequent decisions. However, this was completely unexpected for him and shakes up his entire world profoundly.
Next up, Sarah’s rival, Simone, obtains information from one of Sarah’s clients about how they secured that particular case. It turns out this approval wasn’t granted by Olympia. Could these revelations lead to complications for both Sarah and possibly Olympia moving forward into the next season?
Yes, this qualifies as grounds for termination since conflict checks weren’t conducted. At a large law firm such as Jacobson Moore, there are countless reasons why you simply cannot accept a new case. As a result, Simone now holds some influence over the situation.
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Despite winning her case, Sarah was
lauded for it?
Sure, bringing in someone who might present a conflict of interest is still not allowed. This person could potentially represent a client. Alternatively, they might advocate for the owner of the tape used in the gym boxing gloves. The rationale behind conducting thorough conflict checks stems from numerous such scenarios; however, this particular individual did not undergo those checks. Thus, her transgression lies in failing to do so rather than the outcome of the case itself.
Then there’s Joey, the potential father of Alfie, who appears at Matty’s doorstep. Could this lead to a significant storyline in Season 2 involving DNA tests and potentially heading to court to secure Alfie’s future?
Absolutely, all these factors will play crucial roles. So, is he truly the biological parent? What exactly do the DNA test results imply? This revelation can create significant tension within their family environment. Everything revolves around Alfie for them. Allowing another individual to become part of their lives signifies relinquishing some level of control, which brings us back to: Who is this man if he turns out to be the real father… It’s incredibly complex. Furthermore, it disrupts an aspect of Matty’s existence where stability had previously existed. There were never issues between her and Alfie—they always shared common objectives. However, as their connection becomes more intricate and faces various challenges, diving deep into how they navigate through these changes would definitely pique our interest in exploring further during Season 2.
However, the major cliffhanger lies in the fact that Olympia possesses the Wellbrexa documents, and she must decide whether to allow Julian to destroy them to protect her family. Additionally, as a new partner with her legal career at stake, what challenges lie ahead for her in Season 2?
This presents the most compelling conflict for her, perfect for dramatic storytelling. She possesses an exceptionally stringent ethical compass. She consistently advocates for justice. However, when push comes to shove, how do those principles hold up when they affect your loved ones? Just how steadfast are your morals when put against personal relationships?
Thus, Olympia will be striving to determine her next steps, clarifying where her loyalty belongs. Is there an escape from this situation? Should she involve Matty? Or perhaps conceal everything? Could her priority be protecting Julian instead? Maybe safeguarding herself comes first? These constitute the major queries driving the season premiere.
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