Prodigal Son
Prodigal Son
TV Series
8.1
2019 2 Seasons

Prodigal Son

Enter the mind of a serial killer.

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Storyline

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.

Episodes

Specials

Specials

2 Episodes Aired 2026

No overview available for this season.

Season 1

Season 1

20 Episodes Aired 2019

No overview available for this season.

Pilot
43 min
E1

Pilot

Sep 23, 2019

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

Annihilator
42 min
E2

Annihilator

Sep 30, 2019

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.

Fear Response
42 min
E3

Fear Response

Oct 07, 2019

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

Designer Complicity
42 min
E4

Designer Complicity

Oct 14, 2019

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.

The Trip
42 min
E5

The Trip

Oct 21, 2019

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.

All Souls and Sadists
42 min
E6

All Souls and Sadists

Oct 28, 2019

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.

Q&A
42 min
E7

Q&A

Nov 04, 2019

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.

Family Friend
42 min
E8

Family Friend

Nov 11, 2019

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

Pied-A-Terre
42 min
E9

Pied-A-Terre

Nov 25, 2019

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.

Silent Night
42 min
E10

Silent Night

Dec 02, 2019

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.

Alone Time
42 min
E11

Alone Time

Jan 20, 2020

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.

Internal Affairs
41 min
E12

Internal Affairs

Jan 27, 2020

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.

Wait & Hope
42 min
E13

Wait & Hope

Feb 03, 2020

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.

Eye of the Needle
42 min
E14

Eye of the Needle

Feb 10, 2020

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.

Death's Door
42 min
E15

Death's Door

Feb 17, 2020

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.

The Job
41 min
E16

The Job

Mar 16, 2020

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.

Stranger Beside You
42 min
E17

Stranger Beside You

Mar 23, 2020

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.

Scheherazade
42 min
E18

Scheherazade

Mar 30, 2020

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.

The Professionals
42 min
E19

The Professionals

Apr 20, 2020

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.

Like Father...
42 min
E20

Like Father...

Apr 27, 2020

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

Season 2

Season 2

13 Episodes Aired 2021

No overview available for this season.

It’s All in the Execution
41 min
E1

It’s All in the Execution

Jan 12, 2021

Bright finds his personal life in disarray after his sister's shocking actions. Now, he has to "take care" of her and protect his mother, Jessica, from a secret that could tear the family apart all over again. To distract himself, Malcolm takes on a new case and must find the killer behind a recent beheading in the city... and the only person he can turn to for help with the case is his father. Meanwhile, Martin returns to Claremont to a surprise new roommate and JT faces discrimination while on the job.

Speak of the Devil
41 min
E2

Speak of the Devil

Jan 19, 2021

When a priest is found murdered in his place of worship, Bright grapples with its effect on his own trauma.

Alma Mater
42 min
E3

Alma Mater

Jan 26, 2021

When the headmaster of Bright's alma mater is found murdered, he is forced to face a troubling secret from his past. Meanwhile, Jessica struggles with her decision to end things with Gil, Martin grows closer to Friar Pete and JT eagerly anticipates the birth of his baby.

Take Your Father to Work Day
42 min
E4

Take Your Father to Work Day

Feb 02, 2021

Martin is delighted when a murder at Claremont Psychiatric brings the NYPD into his territory, allowing him direct involvement with one of Malcolm's cases. While working the same job, Ainsley's suspicion grows when she feels Malcolm may be hiding something from her. All the while, Malcolm and Ainsley must dodge their mother, who's wondering why they got rid of her favorite rug.

Bad Manners
42 min
E5

Bad Manners

Feb 09, 2021

Malcolm and Ainsley both race to find the killer in the so-called "Debutante Slayings," but Ainsley's persistence has Malcolm worried about what her actual motive might be. While Martin is thrilled to see his daughter's passion in the field, Jessica suggests she and Ainsley take a vacation. Meanwhile, JT meets with his union rep to decide if he should file an official complaint against the cop who discriminated against him.

Head Case
42 min
E6

Head Case

Feb 16, 2021

The team investigates the murder of an architect who was tasked with renovating a supposedly haunted hotel.

Face Value
42 min
E7

Face Value

Mar 02, 2021

Malcolm focuses on a case in which a famous plastic surgeon is murdered; Martin gets a new job working in the infirmary with Dr. Vivian Capshaw; Jessica is surprised to learn her younger sister is in town.

Ouroboros
42 min
E8

Ouroboros

Apr 13, 2021

When world-famous Europol profiler Simon Hoxley shows up in New York and claims that Major Crimes' current case is connected to the discovery of Endicott's body overseas, Bright fears he and Ainsley's secret is about to be exposed. Meanwhile, Martin gets to know Dr. Vivian Capshaw.

The Killabustas
42 min
E9

The Killabustas

Apr 20, 2021

Despite Gil's fatherly concerns, Bright throws himself into a new case involving an escalating killer that has Edrisa's online vigilante group, known as the "Killabustas," trying to stop him. Meanwhile, Jessica realizes that she must dive deep into her past traumas in order to write a book and may need Gil's help to do it. Then, Martin's relationship with Dr. Capshaw intensifies.

Exit Strategy
41 min
E10

Exit Strategy

Apr 27, 2021

As Malcolm distances himself from Martin, Jessica does the opposite, diving head-first into the past for the sake of her tell-all book. Meanwhile, Martin is desperate to get in touch with his son ahead of his imminent plans, as Dr. Vivian Capshaw grows increasingly suspicious. Meanwhile, the NYPD investigates a crime of passion.

You Can Run...
42 min
E11

You Can Run...

May 04, 2021

After a terrifying incident at Claremont, Malcolm is in a race against time to track down multiple killers. The NYPD realizes someone close to home might be the key to finding them.

Sun and Fun
42 min
E12

Sun and Fun

May 11, 2021

As the search intensifies for a serial killer on the run, so does Malcolm's tenacity, causing U.S. Marshal Emily Ruiz to kick him off the case. However, Malcolm doesn't back down that easily.

The Last Weekend
42 min
E13

The Last Weekend

May 18, 2021

The search for a serial killer known as "The Woodsman" might help the NYPD find one of their own.

Series Info

Status

Canceled

Seasons

2

Episodes

33

Language

en

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