There’s a new onscreen family reunion in the works.
James Wilkie Broderick, eldest of Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick’s three children, will star alongside his dad in the Feb. 20 episode of CBS’ Elsbeth. While this debut will mark the Brodericks’ first time working together, don’t expect them to follow the father-son dynamic onscreen.
As for what to expect in the Good Wife spinoff’s season two episode, Matthew, 62, will play as Lawrence Grey, a corrupt chief consultant at Outmatch Educational Consulting known for getting Manhattan’s most elite kids into their “prep school and college of choice,” per People. Grey resorts to murderous tactics when his position is threatened, and his top trainer at the company—played by James’ character Clay—is left to clean his boss’ mess.
And James, 22, is more than ready to take on this villainous role alongside his dad. “What a thrill it was to work side by side with my dad, who also happens to be my favorite actor!” he told People on Jan. 30. “The whole experience of working on Elsbeth was beyond exciting and I am very grateful to the producers for giving me this opportunity.”
Matthew—who also shares twin daughters Tabitha Hodge and Marion Loretta Elwell, 13, with Sarah—echoed the sentiment, adding, “I was so proud and happy to work with my son.”
While James’ character on Elsbeth is his largest role to date, he’s no stranger to the drama world. The Brown University theater student had a minor role in Natalie Portman’s Apple TV+ thriller series Lady in the Lake in 2024. As for his Elsbeth debut, this might be the only time James will work with a family member on screen.
After all, Sarah had a succinct answer as to whether James Wilkie would ever appear on her Sex and the City sequel series And Just Like That. As she put it to E! News in October, “Not mine.”
Keep reading to know more about Sarah and Matthew’s 27-year marriage.
2025: A Laugh-Filled Celebration
The couple got all suited up to attend the SNL50 anniversary special in New York City.
2024: Film Lovers
The pair attended the 42nd Torino Film Festival 2024 in Turin, Italy for an international outing.
2023: Dancing Through Life
Matthew and Sarah Jessica had a red carpet date night at the New York City Ballet Fall Fashion Gala in October 2023.
2022: Broadway Date Night
The two attend the opening night of Plaza Suite.
2022: Family Night
The pair appear with their kids James Wilkie Broderick and twins Tabitha Hodge Broderick and Marion Loretta Elwell Broderick at the premiere of the Broadway musical Some Like It Hot.
2017: Ballet, But Make It Fashion
The two arrive at the New York City Ballet's 2017 Fall Fashion Gala.
2015: A Night at the Theatre
The two attend the Irish Repertory Theatre's YEATS: The Celebration at Town Hall in New York City.
2013: Pure Imagination
The two and their son James Wilkie Broderick attend the press night for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Theatre Royal in London.
2013: London Calling
The two attend the annual Serpentine Gallery Summer Party, co-hosted by L'Wren Scott, at The Serpentine Gallery in London.
2010: Here Come the Muggles
The couple and their son James Wilkie Broderick attend the New York City premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows—Part 1.
2009: Oscars
The two arrive on the red carpet.
2003: SAG Awards
The two pose on the red carpet.
1999: Emmys
The pair attend the awards ceremony.
1998: Godzilla Premiere
The two are spotted at the New York City screening.
1995: Tony Awards
The couple celebrates the actor's win for Best Actor in a Musical for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.
1993: Golden Globes
The couple arrives at the awards ceremony.