The CBS drama Matlock will air its season 2 midseason finale on December 11, 2025, before taking a break until February 2026. The series, starring Kathy Bates, returned from a brief hiatus on December 4 with episode 7. New episodes continue to air Thursdays at 9/8c on CBS.
Release Schedule
Matlock season 2 began with a special airing of episode 1, 'The Before Times,' on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at 8:30/7:30c. Subsequent episodes shifted to the regular Thursday slot at 9/8c, including 'Another Matlock' on October 16, 'Tomorrow Is Still Tomorrow' on October 23, 'Piece of My Heart' on October 30, 'Mouse Trap' on November 6, and 'Harm Reduction' on November 13.
The show paused for a pre-planned Thanksgiving hiatus starting November 14, aligning with the completion of filming the first seven episodes. It resumed on December 4 with episode 7, 'Prior Bad Acts,' followed by the midseason finale, episode 8, 'Call It a Christmas Gift,' on December 11. This episode features guest appearances by Nico Lopez, son of Mario Lopez, and Sean Carrigan from The Young and the Restless.
After the finale, Matlock will return with episode 9 on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 9/8c, marking the midseason resumption.
Show Context
The series follows attorney Madeline 'Matty' Matlock, played by Kathy Bates, as she rejoins a prestigious law firm. Key cast members include Skye P. Marshall as Olympia, Jason Ritter as Julian, and others like David Del Rio and Leah Lewis. Recent episodes have explored tensions and alliances within the firm, including efforts to challenge senior partner Senior, portrayed by Beau Bridges. The show also introduced characters like Olympia's mother, Celeste, played by Vernee Watson, in the December 4 episode.
Matlock streams on Paramount+ following CBS broadcasts.