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Why Broadcast Shows Like 'Matlock' Should Be in the Awards Conversation
VarietyStory by Varietyschneider
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Can a classic TV drama like 'Matlock' break through and earn major awards recognition in a crowded streaming landscape?
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- The CBS drama has been a surprise hit this fall, earning critical acclaim for star Kathy Bates and scoring an early Season 2 pickup
- CBS Studios is bullish on 'Matlock's' awards prospects, especially for Bates, as they look to position the show as an Emmys and SAG contender
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Kathy Bates, CBS Studios, 'Matlock'