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Prodigal Son

2019 – 2020 · 45m per ep · TV-14 · English · United States of America

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.

8.1(192 reviews)

12.7971% popularity

At a glance

Details

First air date: Sep 23, 2019
Last air date: May 18, 2021
Status: Ended
Seasons: 2
Episodes: 33
Episode runtime: 45m
Original language: English
Country: United States of America
Network / platform: FOX
Creator / showrunner: Chris Fedak, Sam Sklaver
Certification: TV-14
Production companies: Berlanti Productions, Warner Bros. Television, Sklaverworth Productions, VHPT! Co., FOX Entertainment

Streaming availability has not been added yet.

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Seasons & episodes

2019 · 20 episodes

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Cast

Tom Payne

Malcolm Bright

Michael Sheen

Dr. Martin Whitly

Bellamy Young

Jessica Whitly

Lou Diamond Phillips

Gil Arroyo

Halston Sage

Ainsley Whitly

Aurora Perrineau

Dani Powell

Frank Harts

JT Tarmel

Keiko Agena

Dr. Edrisa Tanaka

Media

Reviews & ratings

8.1

192 community reviews

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Alex Rivera7.1/103/18/2026
Binge-worthy
Every episode leaves you wanting more. The character arcs are exceptional.
52 found helpful
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Jordan Kim8.1/103/14/2026
Peak television
One of the best shows in its genre — tightly written and beautifully acted.
44 found helpful
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Sam Patel9.1/103/10/2026
Must-watch series
The season finales alone are worth the watch.
36 found helpful
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Morgan Lee7.1/103/6/2026
Brilliant writing
Gripping from the first scene. Already recommending to everyone.
28 found helpful
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Casey Wong8.1/103/2/2026
Slow burn payoff
Takes a few episodes to hit stride, then it's unstoppable.
20 found helpful