As a die-hard fan of the small screen, I must confess that my heart skipped a beat when I stumbled upon Jason Ritter’s TikTok dance extravaganza from his trailer. It seems like this Matlock star has an uncanny knack for bringing joy and laughter to our lives, much like his iconic character does in the courtroom.
Are you as thrilled as I am that the long-awaited fall return of the 2024 TV lineup is here? With beloved shows such as “Abbott Elementary,” “Saturday Night Live,” and “NCIS” gracing our screens once more, there’s a palpable sense of anticipation for upcoming premieres like CBS’ revival of “Matlock.
The Kathy Bates-starring dramedy has aired its first episode, with another installment airing this week. I’m thrilled about it because I really enjoy the fresh take on things. But there’s something crucial I need to know, and fellow longtime fans of the original Andy Griffith series, Matlock, will be eager for an answer just as much as I am.
I Want To Know If We’re Getting A New Version Of The Matlock Theme
In the debut episode of Matlock, Zach Robinson’s compositions playfully deviate from the traditional theme tune originally created by Dick De Benedictis. This timeless melody, often considered one of the best TV themes, exudes a Dixieland rhythm that could inspire anyone to dance.
As a dedicated gamer, I don’t let minor details like a game switching platforms mid-journey hinder my experience. Once I know the right moment and place to dive back into the immersive world, I’m all in. If you question my enthusiasm, just give this captivating gameplay below a spin and try to challenge my sentiment.
In other words, it’s normal for pilot episodes of new television series, whether they’re reboots or spin-offs, not to have a well-established theme right from the start. This is because no one wants to incur production costs if the show isn’t even going to be picked up for a full season. Once it’s confirmed that the project will air as a full TV series, then the creators can work on defining the theme of the show.
We’ve learned that Kathy Bates and her team will carry on with their CBS adventures, but what has me even more eager is the uncertainty of whether we’ll see a new take on this familiar theme. There are two potential hurdles I’m concerned about as we await that response.
Modern TV Trends Have Me Worried We Won’t Get That This Won’t Happen
In today’s popular entertainment scene, it’s not usual for a TV show to have an original theme song. If a series does have one, it might just be a brief and fleeting musical intro that doesn’t last long. This points to the initial challenge facing the possibility of reviving the iconic theme music from Matlock: modern television may not accommodate such a change.
It seems to me that it’s a trend in the streaming era for series like “The Penguin” or shows such as “Abbott Elementary” not to have theme songs or opening interludes, because people prefer binge-watching and if a series becomes popular, networks may want to discourage viewers from skipping intros due to digital ratings.
Matlock The Series Exists In This Universe, So The Showrunners May Feel It’s Too Meta
At the outset of the Matlock media coverage, it became clear that the Andy Griffith series is set within the world created by Kathy Bates’ character. Here comes the part where potential spoilers emerge, so if you haven’t seen the pilot yet, you might want to give it a watch. And interestingly enough, there are multiple options for doing so and witnessing Kathy Bates in action.
Should you possess a Paramount+ membership, the show will stream there. But fret not, as the initial episode is accessible on YouTube via the official CBS channel. Hence, if you’re behind, feel free to watch using the provided link below. Otherwise, let’s dive into the spoilers!
Are you still with me? Great! It’s as if we can hear Billy (David Del Rio) and Sarah (Leah Lewis), who are new associates at Jacobson & Moore, chatting about the classic Matlock theme. Interestingly, it seems that Madeline Kingston, Matty Matlock’s functional sidekicks, is more shrewd than we initially perceive. She appears to have drawn inspiration from the original series to shape her new persona.
In the pilot, every element served the purpose of uncovering who at Jacobson & Moore could have been involved in keeping the drug responsible for her daughter’s death on the market. Now, considering a fresh approach within the context of Matlock‘s revised plotline, where does the boundary between respectful tribute and overtly self-referential become blurred due to the presence of that recognizable musical cue?
When the unique themes of the original recipe provide amusing anecdotes, similar to Jason Ritter’s dance videos on TikTok that he shares from his trailer.
@jasonritter1980
Refraining from stopping isn’t mandatory; it’s a choice I make. Despite the possibility of halting, I usually choose not to. The question is why should I stop? That’s the real puzzle! You see, there are professional dancers out there, and yet, we have emotions. After investing countless years honing ONE 60-second dance like you witness here, it doesn’t mean we are made of iron. Some individuals can cease dancing at will. However, I cannot. Dancing is engrained in my bones. It leads me to a special place where excitement and embarrassment intertwine, where perspiration and tears recognize each other, and say, we aren’t so dissimilar, you and I. It’s the realm where our innate human shyness can shed its inhibitions at the social gathering, saying, let’s embrace ourselves today if that’s alright! Today, let’s frolic around, get messy with sand, and perhaps acquire a sunburn because, it appears, waterproof sunscreen is an illusion? But that’s a small sacrifice for a minute of not worrying about others’ opinions! This is a metaphorical gathering. A gathering is simply any place where people can observe you. Yet, do they truly see us? Do they really care? Or are THEY preoccupied with their own visibility? And scene. I’m merely passing the time scribbling nonsense, and you don’t have to read this if you don’t want to. But I appreciate that you did! Here’s a token of my gratitude – a raffle ticket valid in any raffle worldwide, free of charge! Just show up at your local raffle hall, and if they call out your number, rush to claim your prize!! Don’t engage in any dialogue. Do leave the premises as swiftly as you can. Let’s start raffling, folks!!!
♬ Matlock – Theme from the Television Series – Dominik Hauser
In essence, how can we prevent this Matlock star, who’s truly a treasure, from continuing his energetic dance interludes to Dick De Benedictis’ fantastic tune? This is particularly puzzling given that my hypothesis – derived from listening to various seasons’ versions on YouTube – suggests the band intensified their performance of the song each season, amplifying its unique wave of musical delight.
I know it shouldn’t seem like a huge deal, as the one thing that matters above all else is whether or not the show itself is good. And on one episode alone, I’m all in on following Madeline Kingston/Matlock on her quest for the truth. That’s something I’d double down on after learning how CBS’s initial Matlock announcement actually hid that truth in plain sight, and in such a discreet way that no one seemed to question it.
Keeping that thought in mind, I’m more than willing to be patient until the truth unveils itself. It seems we won’t have to wait much longer either, as Matlock will return to court on Thursday, October 17th, at its usual time of 9 p.m. ET on CBS. Fingers crossed, we might get to hear that memorable slide whistle once more… if things go according to plan for me.
Additionally, new episodes will be accessible on Paramount+ for viewers who miss the original airing. By the way, if you’re seeking out Andy Griffith’s popular series “Matlock”, his entire collection of cases is available on Pluto TV.
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2024-10-16 04:39