Behind the Scenes of Matlock Reboot: A New Look for an Old Favorite

Did you all enjoy the reboot of Matlock CBS?

The decision to make #Matlock a woman was one of the most significant changes in the reboot.

#JennieSnyderUrmans' a writer who deeply values the complexity of female characters and wanted to bring that perspective to the show. “I write female characters. I love female characters. I knew it would be a woman,” Jenny shares. In a world where TV often continues to fall short in providing dynamic roles for women — particularly older women in their 70s — the choice to make Matlock female wasn’t just a creative decision; it was a deliberate, meaningful statement.

After #KathyBates signed onto the lead role, Jennie dived deeper into the themes of the show. As she and her friends reached their 50s, they began to feel “invisible” to society; a sentiment that resonated with her when crafting Matlock’s character. “There’s this idea that older women aren’t as relevant,” she explains, highlighting how American society often elevates older men while relegating older women to the background.