Matlock Season 2 Episode 12 Photos “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” – Airs Tonight on CBS

Matlock returns tonight with Matlock Season 2 Episode 12, “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming,” airing Thursday, April 2nd (9:01–10:00 PM ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. The Matlock Season 2 Episode 12 photos “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” preview a high-stakes and emotionally charged episode as Matty faces one of her most personal cases yet.

When Matty represents one of Jacobson Moore’s own on trial, the stakes couldn’t be higher—especially as she and Edwin approach their 50th wedding anniversary. Meanwhile, Olympia and Julian follow a critical lead as they track down a scientist connected to the Wellbrexa lab, adding another layer of intrigue to the case.

The acclaimed CBS reimagining stars Kathy Bates as Madeline “Matty” Matlock, a deceptively charming but razor-sharp attorney returning to the legal spotlight with a hidden agenda. Alongside Olympia (Skye P. Marshall), Julian (Jason Ritter), Billy (David Del Rio), and Sarah (Leah Lewis), Matty tackles high-stakes cases while working to expose deeper truths inside the prestigious firm.

The ensemble also features Sam Anderson and Aaron Harris, rounding out a cast that blends humor, tension, and character-driven mystery.

EPISODE DETAILS

MATLOCK
Season 2 Episode 12 — “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming”
Airdate: Thursday, April 2
Time: 9:00–10:00 PM ET/PT
Network: CBS
Streaming: Available live and on-demand on Paramount+ (Premium), and next day for Essential subscribers
Episode: 212

Written By: Tommy Cook & Jeffrey Lieber
Directed By: Jennifer Lynch

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For more MATLOCK news, previews, episode photos and updates, check out all of our coverage of the hit CBS legal drama starring Kathy Bates.

The modern reimagining of the classic series continues to deliver compelling courtroom drama, complex investigations and character-driven storytelling each week as Matty Matlock works within a prestigious law firm to take on powerful corporations and uncover hidden truths.

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In the previous episode, “Tail Lights,” Matty and the team followed a case that uncovered dangerous new leads while tensions continued to build, setting the stage for the high-stakes events unfolding tonight.

Previous episode photos:
https://seat42f.com/matlock-season-2-episode-11-photos-tail-lights/

Scroll down to check out all the photos from Matlock Season 2 Episode 12 “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming.”

Matlock Season 2 Episode 12 Photos “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming”

Matlock Season 2 Episode 12 “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” -- Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT).  Pictured (L-R): Skye P. Marshall as “Olympia Lawrence”and Kathy Bates as “Madeline Matlock.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Matlock Season 2 Episode 12 “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” — Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT). Pictured (L-R): Skye P. Marshall as “Olympia Lawrence”and Kathy Bates as “Madeline Matlock.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Matlock Season 2 Episode 12 “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” -- Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT).  Pictured: Leah Lewis as “Sarah Franklin.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Matlock Season 2 Episode 12 “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” — Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT). Pictured: Leah Lewis as “Sarah Franklin.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Matlock Season 2 Episode 12 “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” -- Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT).  Pictured (L-R): Jason Ritter as “Julian Markston” and Kathy Bates as “Madeline Matlock.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Matlock Season 2 Episode 12 “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” — Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT). Pictured (L-R): Jason Ritter as “Julian Markston” and Kathy Bates as “Madeline Matlock.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Matlock Season 2 Episode 12 “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” -- Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT).  Pictured: Kathy Bates as “Madeline Matlock.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Matlock Season 2 Episode 12 “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” — Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT). Pictured: Kathy Bates as “Madeline Matlock.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Matlock Season 2 Episode 12 “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” -- Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT).  Pictured (L-R): Sarah Wright Olsen as ‘Gwendolyn “Gwen” Easton’ and James Lesure as “Lester Logan.”  Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Matlock Season 2 Episode 12 “The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” — Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT). Pictured (L-R): Sarah Wright Olsen as ‘Gwendolyn “Gwen” Easton’ and James Lesure as “Lester Logan.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” -- Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT).  Pictured: Yael Grobglas as "Shae Banfield.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” — Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT). Pictured: Yael Grobglas as “Shae Banfield.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” -- Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT).  Pictured: James Lesure as “Lester Logan.”  Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” — Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT). Pictured: James Lesure as “Lester Logan.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” -- Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT).  Pictured (L-R): Henry Haber as "Hunter Langley” and Kathy Bates as “Madeline Matlock.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” — Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT). Pictured (L-R): Henry Haber as “Hunter Langley” and Kathy Bates as “Madeline Matlock.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” -- Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT).  Pictured: Henry Haber as "Hunter Langley".  Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” — Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT). Pictured: Henry Haber as “Hunter Langley”. Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” -- Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT).  Pictured: Jason Ritter as “Julian Markston.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” — Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT). Pictured: Jason Ritter as “Julian Markston.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” -- Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT).  Pictured: Yael Grobglas as "Shae Banfield.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” — Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT). Pictured: Yael Grobglas as “Shae Banfield.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” -- Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT).  Pictured (L-R): Henry Haber as "Hunter Langley,” Yael Grobglas as "Shae Banfield,” and Kathy Bates as “Madeline Matlock.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“The Cavalry Isn’t Coming” — Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on Thursday, April 2 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT). Pictured (L-R): Henry Haber as “Hunter Langley,” Yael Grobglas as “Shae Banfield,” and Kathy Bates as “Madeline Matlock.” Photo: Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2026 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.