Spoiler Alert for Matlock season 1, episode 5, “Claws”Kathy Bates’ Madeline “Matty” Matlock character is out for revenge, but Matlock episode 5 puts introduces a new hurdle in her plans. Bates’ new show is inspired by the original Andy Griffith Matlock series, one of the best procedural TV shows ever. While Griffith’s series is hard to top, Bates has rivaled its predecessor and made it look easy. Matlock is one the most popular series of the new TV cycle, garnering renewal for Matlock season 2 after just a handful of episodes.