Matlock season 1

The first season of Matlock originally aired in the United States on NBC from September 20, 1986 – May 12, 1987. The two-part episode "The Don" served as a backdoor pilot for Jake and the Fatman.

Main

 * Andy Griffith as Ben Matlock
 * Linda Purl as Charlene Matlock
 * Kene Holliday as Tyler Hudson

Recurring

 * Kari Lizer as Cassie Phillips
 * Julie Sommars as ADA Julie March


 * Cast notes:
 * Lori Lethin was replaced by Linda Purl
 * Linda Purl departed at the end of the season
 * Linda Purl was absent for six episodes
 * Kene Holiday was absent for one episode