Matlock (1986–1995)

Bias Rating

Analyzing...

Strong Right

Viewer Rating

Rating: 7.1

Overview

In this legal drama, Andy Griffith plays Ben Matlock, a criminal-defense lawyer based in Atlanta. Matlock typically identifies and confronts the perpetrator in a dramatic courtroom scene. His goal, most often, is to prov...

Starring Cast

Andy Griffith • Linda Purl • Kene Holiday

Where to watch

Paramount+

Prime Video

Bias Dimensions

Political: Leans Right

Diversity: Low

Overview

Starring Cast

Andy Griffith • Linda Purl • Kene Holiday

Where to watch

Paramount+

Prime Video

Detailed Bias Analysis

Analyzing...

Strong Right

Primary

Political: Leans RightConfidence: High

The series champions individual responsibility and the integrity of the established legal system through the diligent work of a virtuous individual, rather than advocating for systemic reform or critiquing foundational structures.

Diversity: LowConfidence: Medium

The television series 'Matlock' features casting that is largely traditional for its time, without explicit race or gender swaps of established roles. Its narrative primarily focuses on legal procedural elements, presenting traditional identities in a neutral to positive light and not incorporating explicit DEI critiques as central themes.

Secondary

LGBTQ: N/AConfidence: High

The legal drama 'Matlock' aired during a period when LGBTQ+ representation was largely absent from mainstream television. The show did not include any queer characters or themes, resulting in no discernible impact on the portrayal of LGBTQ+ individuals.

FemPower: N/R

The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.

Gender Swap: NoConfidence: High

Matlock (1986–1995) is an original television series. Its characters were created for the show, meaning there is no prior source material, previous installments, or historical record from which a character's gender could have been swapped.

Race Swap: NoConfidence: High

Matlock (1986–1995) is an original television series. Its characters were created for the show, meaning there was no prior source material or established canon from which a character's race could have been swapped.