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Matlock•Season 2•Episode 8

The Network

7.1/10 · 184 votesDec 1, 1987

Ranked #21 of 23 in Season 2•−0.4 vs season avg

Network programming chief Paul J. Bartel is murdered, leaving Hollywood baffled as to the identity of the killer. Matlock comes to town to represent the television producer accused of killing him, and finds more than his fair share of suspects. It seems everyone had a

Directed byChristopher Hibler

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Andy Griffith

Andy Griffith

Ben Matlock

Kene Holliday

Kene Holliday

Tyler Hudson

Nancy Stafford

Nancy Stafford

Michelle Thomas

Kari Lizer

Kari Lizer

Cassie Phillips

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Christopher Hibler

Director

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Episode Summary

"The Network" is episode 8 of Matlock season 2. It scored 7.1/10 from 184 votes, ranking #21 of 23 episodes this season (season average 7.5). Directed by Christopher Hibler, it aired on December 1, 1987.

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