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Matlock Fall Finale: Sarah's Gut-Wrenching Call & Billy's Exit
12 Dec
Summary
- Sarah betrayed Olympia, leading to her removal from the team.
- Billy's exit was confirmed by the showrunner after actor's firing.
- Matlock will return in February 2026 with new recurring cast members.
The fall finale of Matlock, "Call It a Christmas Gift," concluded its 2025 run on CBS with significant developments. Sarah betrayed Olympia by obtaining Julian's datebook for Senior, a confession that led to her being removed from the team, though her employment at Jacobson Moore continues. Showrunner Jennie Snyder Urman confirmed the departure of David Del Rio as Billy, citing a storyline with Sarah, portrayed by Leah Lewis, who received praise for her handling of the exit.
Despite the team's loss of a case and Sarah's betrayal, other storylines progressed. Senior suffered a stroke and remained hospitalized, while Julian appeared to gain an advantage. The show's team dynamics shifted, with only Olympia and Matty remaining on their original team following Billy's exit and Sarah's reassignment. This sets the stage for potential shifts in Sarah's role in the second half of the season, given Leah Lewis's status as a series regular.
