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Matlock is noted for his thrift and a fondness for hot dogs. In "The Diner" (season eight, episode four), hot dogs are revealed to have been his favorite dish since he was a young man. In contrast, after the series ended, his penchant for hot dogs was explained in the Diagnosis: Murder two-part season four episode "Murder Two" (episodes 15–16).
When the attorney general asks if he has ever prosecuted a case before, Matlock says no. In fact, during an episode flashback (season 6), Matlock is shown prosecuting a case at the start of his career.
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- Crime, Drama, Mystery
- Frank Thackery
- 1991-02-19
- IT WAS TAILOR-MADE FOR ANDY GRIFFITH. Following the end of The Andy Griffith Show in 1968, Griffith proceeded to star in a number of made-for-television features, some of which were intended to be the launching pad for new series.
- GRIFFITH GOT A STANDING OVATION FOR HIS TRIAL SCENES. In most episodes of Matlock, the attorney is able to finger the real assailant during cross-examination of a witness.
- GRIFFITH WANTED MATLOCK TO GET DARK. Playing morally ambiguous characters was nothing new for Griffith, who had a turn as a power-hungry television personality in 1957’s A Face in the Crowd.
- PEANUT BUTTER WAS A SOURCE OF FRICTION ON THE SHOW. As the star of a hit show, Griffith was entitled to certain amenities. But he reportedly didn’t have much interest in lavish trailers or special treatment.
As Katie White (Lynne Cormack) plans a hostile takeover of a number of smaller companies, she dies of an allergic reaction to hazelnuts during a TV interview. Matlock must defend a friend of his, rival cookie-maker Bobby Neil ( John Hancock) who was among those whose company was threatened by Katie's takeover.
Matlock's attempts to find other proof lead him to discover a lieutenant (Cliff De Young), along with three other officers, dealing illegal substances. Tyler also finds out about and exposes the drug scheme, and Charlene discovers Walters was in on the scheme as well, and is positive one of the four officers was the real killer.
The Personal Trainer. Arrogant ill-tempered roofing contractor George Wilton is framed for shooting personal trainer Harry Slade, who was sleeping with George's wife Joanna. Ben defends George even though he screwed up repairs on Ben's house and caused damage. Episode 5 • Oct 23, 1990.
Matlock: The Trial. Following the murder of the assistant district attorney, ace lawyer Ben Matlock (Andy Griffith) investigates the case in his new role as special prosecutor. As the trial ...
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