Kathy Bates Steals The Show In The Gender-flipped 'matlock' Reboot

Reboots and spinoffs are a rite of passage in Hollywood.

Recently, Suits LA debuted on Showmax and M-Net DStv channel 101 with Stephen Amell as Ted Black, channelling the swag of Harvey Specter played by Gabriel Macht from the original series.

What truly got me excited, though, was seeing Matlock debut on M-Net.

The enduring appeal of this franchise, with protagonists who cleverly use their age to their advantage, is reminiscent of the beloved '80s series starring Andy Griffith, which captivated audiences for nine seasons.

These protagonists disarm those around them with their apparent innocence, then expertly employ their legal acumen to secure victories in the courtroom.