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Prodigal Son

Prodigal Son
★ 8.0/10•2019•45m•TV-14•Crime•Drama•Mystery
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Enter the mind of a serial killer.

The son of a notorious serial killer becomes an acclaimed criminal psychologist who uses his unique insight into how killers think to help the NYPD.

StatusCanceled
Runtime45m
LanguageEN
First Air DateSep 23, 2019

Episodes

Episode 1 - PilotE146m

Pilot

Bright deals with the repercussions of seeing his father for the first time in years.

Sep 23, 2019

Episode 2 - AnnihilatorE244m

Annihilator

As Bright slips into the mind of a serial killer, he must deal with the repercussions of seeing his father for the first time in years.

Sep 30, 2019

Episode 3 - Fear ResponseE344m

Fear Response

A drug-induced homicide forces Malcolm to rethink his fears. Gil, Jessica and Ainsley catch wind that Malcolm has been seeing his father again.

Oct 7, 2019

Episode 4 - Designer ComplicityE444m

Designer Complicity

As Malcolm's childhood memories surface, he realizes his father's killing spree may not have been a surprise to everyone in the family. Malcolm, Gil, Dani and JT hunt for a stalker with a creepy eye for design.

Oct 14, 2019

Episode 5 - The TripE544m

The Trip

Malcolm searches the depths of his mind to unravel the mystery of the girl in the box. When the NYPD investigates a homicide and assumes it is linked to a drug cartel, Malcolm discovers a secret about Dani's past that draws them closer together.

Oct 21, 2019

Episode 6 - All Souls and SadistsE644m

All Souls and Sadists

When Bright uncovers a photo of himself and Martin from when he was a kid, he is forced to focus on the repressed memories from his childhood psyche. Jessica and Malcolm agree they must put a stop to Ainsley's idea.

Oct 28, 2019

Episode 7 - Q&AE744m

Q&A

Bright's quest for answers about his childhood leads him to a junkyard, where he's bombarded with gunshots. Ainsley's exclusive interview with Martin takes an unexpected turn, forcing her to team up with Bright.

Nov 4, 2019

Episode 8 - Family FriendE844m

Family Friend

Malcolm realizes the suspect in the "Junkyard Killer" case may have a connection to his father.

Nov 11, 2019

Episode 9 - Pied-A-TerreE944m

Pied-A-Terre

When Martin is locked away in solitary confinement and the FBI takes over the Junkyard Killer case, Malcolm uses his spare time as an excuse to try out a “normal” lifestyle.

Nov 25, 2019

Episode 10 - Silent NightE1044m

Silent Night

Knowing that the “Junkyard Killer” was in cahoots with his father, Malcolm goes against the FBI’s wishes and continues to investigate. His findings reconnect him with a disgruntled ex-detective who was once heavily involved in the search for “The Surgeon,” delivering them both into danger.

Dec 2, 2019

Episode 11 - Alone TimeE1144m

Alone Time

The FBI and NYPD band together to save Malcolm from the "Junkyard Killer," aka John Watkins, who reveals shocking details about his involvement in the camping trip memories that have been plaguing his psyche. Meanwhile, as Gil looks for answers from The Surgeon, Ainsley and Jessica search through their memories of the past, hoping to find some sort of clue as to where Malcolm could be hidden.

Jan 20, 2020

Episode 12 - Internal AffairsE1244m

Internal Affairs

Following a mysterious and catastrophic incident in the precinct, Bright faces an internal affairs review as Gil and the team worry about his mental health.

Jan 27, 2020

Episode 13 - Wait & HopeE1344m

Wait & Hope

Malcolm takes a detour from his mandated vacation time when he finds out a killer on the loose is mimicking homicides from one his favorite children's books, "The Count of Monte Cristo." With added help from a very excited Martin Whitly, the NYPD trace the case back to a high society family planning one of the biggest weddings of the season, so Malcolm and Dani get dressed up to attend the event and track down their culprit.

Feb 3, 2020

Episode 14 - Eye of the NeedleE1444m

Eye of the Needle

Jessica continues to search for more information on the "Girl in the Box," but is confronted by the "Carousel Killer," who has a very public vendetta against the Whitlys. While the NYPD investigates families tied to Martin's victims, it's ultimately up to Malcolm and Jessica to track down the tip-line caller, turned killer, who is blackmailing her. Meanwhile, Ainsley receives a big promotion at work, but quickly realizes she may never escape the high demand for serial killer reports.

Feb 10, 2020

Episode 15 - Death's DoorE1544m

Death's Door

When a body is found professionally preserved and embalmed, the NYPD teams up with Edrisa to go undercover at a convention of funeral directors. While there, they discover their top suspects - morticians Tilda and Dev - who used to be in business with the victim. Then, enter the mind of a serial killer as Martin revisits his past through a series of hallucinations.

Feb 17, 2020

Episode 16 - The JobE1643m

The Job

When a motorcycle gang robbery turns into a murder, Malcolm and team are called to the scene to investigate. While he's working on a profile, he runs into an old friend from boarding school, licensed insurance investigator Vijay (guest star Dhruv Singh). Together they work to uncover the identity of the murderer and his accomplices who stole millions in watches. Meanwhile, Martin blackmails Jessica, exchanging his silence about who stabbed him for more quality time with his son.

Mar 16, 2020

Episode 17 - Stranger Beside YouE1744m

Stranger Beside You

The NYPD dives into a case surrounding a famous mommy blogger, whose husband was mysteriously stabbed just days after their baby was born. Meanwhile, Bright finds his way back to Eve, but can't shake his paranoia that there's more to her than meets the eye. To help ease his nerves, Ainsley helps him do some investigating and uncovers a secret she has been keeping.

Mar 23, 2020

Episode 18 - ScheherazadeE1844m

Scheherazade

When an up-and-coming ballet dancer is mysteriously poisoned, the NYPD dives deep into the rigorous world of dance. Meanwhile, Jessica reunites with an old friend, socialite Nicholas Endicott, and Bright and Eve turn to Martin for answers regarding the girl in the box.

Mar 30, 2020

Episode 19 - The ProfessionalsE1944m

The Professionals

After a catastrophic turn of events, Malcolm and Ainsley are convinced there's more to Nicholas Endicott than meets the eye. Their only hope just might be an impromptu Whitly family reunion.

Apr 20, 2020

Episode 20 - Like Father...E2044m

Like Father...

Malcolm continues to unravel as the mystery of the girl in the box comes to a head. As Nicholas Endicott's (guest star Dermot Mulroney) true colors continue to show, the Whitlys must decide to what lengths they are willing to go in order to take him down

Apr 27, 2020

Actors

Tom Payne

Tom Payne

Malcolm Bright

Michael Sheen

Michael Sheen

Dr. Martin Whitly

Bellamy Young

Bellamy Young

Jessica Whitly

Lou Diamond Phillips

Lou Diamond Phillips

Gil Arroyo

Halston Sage

Halston Sage

Ainsley Whitly

Aurora Perrineau

Aurora Perrineau

Dani Powell

Frank Harts

Frank Harts

JT Tarmel

Keiko Agena

Keiko Agena

Dr. Edrisa Tanaka

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