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Matlock•Season 2•Episode 17

The Investigation (1)

7.7/10 · 149 votesFeb 2, 1988

Ranked #5 of 23 in Season 2•+0.2 vs season avg

Sam Gerard is a well-known mobster who is about to be exposed. His estranged son, Craig Gentry, is arrested for murder, but refuses to go to Sam for help, and instead, goes to Ben Matlock.

Directed byChristopher Hibler

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Cast4

Andy Griffith

Andy Griffith

Ben Matlock

Kene Holliday

Kene Holliday

Tyler Hudson

Nancy Stafford

Nancy Stafford

Michelle Thomas

Kari Lizer

Kari Lizer

Cassie Phillips

Crew1

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Christopher Hibler

Director

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Episode Summary

"The Investigation (1)" is episode 17 of Matlock season 2. It scored 7.7/10 from 149 votes, ranking #5 of 23 episodes this season (season average 7.5). Directed by Christopher Hibler, it aired on February 2, 1988.

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