Episode
Matlock: The Before Times
Overview
Matty questions the paternity of the man claiming to be Alfie's father. Also, the team takes on an arson case while Olympia tries to protect Julian's involvement in the Wellbrexa case.
Details
- Series
- Matlock
- Season
- Season 2
- Episode
- Episode 1
- Air date
- 2025-10-12
- Runtime
- 42 min
Episode context
The Before Times is Episode 1 in Season 2 of Matlock. It aired on 2025-10-12. The runtime is 42 min.
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