Matlock was a TV show that aired from 1986 to 1995, starring Andy Griffith as the titular detective who would solve crimes and other mysteries.
At the Springfield Retirement Castle[]
Matlock is a popular subject at the Retirement Castle. It is mentioned multiple times by characters there, particularly Abe Simpson.
The Matlock Expressway[]
The Matlock Expressway was promised by Joe Quimby at the Retirement Castle, to be made if the seniors voted for him.
Later, Sideshow Bob running for mayor, claims that he will build the expressway, and listen to all the seniors stories.
As a scheme to ruin the Simpson family's lives Bob attempts to build the Expressway over the family's house.
Appearances[]
Episode – "Whacking Day" (mentioned)
THOH – "Treehouse of Horror IV" ("The Devil and Homer Simpson" segment, mentioned)
Episode – "Cape Feare" (mentioned)- Episode – "Lisa vs. Malibu Stacy"
- Episode – "Sideshow Bob Roberts" (mentioned)