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Season 2 – Prodigal Son

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Malcolm Bright is a gifted criminal psychologist, using his twisted genius to help the NYPD solve crimes and stop killers, all while dealing with a manipulative mother, a serial killer father still looking to bond with his prodigal son and his own constantly evolving neuroses. Bright's only ally is his sister, Ainsley, a TV journalist who wishes her brother would take a break from murder and have a normal life. Unfortunately for his sister, the only way Bright feels normal is by solving cases with the help of his longtime mentor, NYPD Detective Gil Arroyo. Arroyo's one of the best detectives around, and he expects no less from his team, which includes Detective JT Tarmel, a born-and-bred New Yorker who questions whether Bright is a psychopath himself.
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Jasmine Blu TV Fanatic Jan 14, 2021
4.7/5
The series has not only maintained the fun, thrilling, humorous stories and characters that we love but elevated what we adore and expanded and strived to make itself better. Go to Full Review Carly Herriges Tell-Tale TV Jan 14, 2021
4/5
Michael Sheen's performance on this [premiere] is fantastically unhinged. He creates an entire arc for Martin in a single episode beginning with him being at wits end in the general population, ending with his revelations about Malcolm. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Hctor R @H0509 19 hrs ago Magistral, increíble que se haya cancelado Netflix definitivamente le tiene miedo al exito See more Kristine D. @kris7in3 Jan 22, 2026 Obsessed with this series and super disappointed it was cancelled and not continued for more seasons. Hopefully that changes! See more Laura L @lauralp Jan 11, 2026 Please we need a season 3 #returnofprodigalson See more Jennifer M @Jennym1982 Mar 9, 2025 The second Season was as good as the first season the Chericter 's really became there own. I wished Fox never canceled it, There was more story to tell. I am re watching it on HBO MAX, And it is still as good when I watched it the first time. Except No camercels or T.V. ads. On the streaming network. If you like murder, Mystery and Family Drama this show has it all. See more alice c @RT32332850 Mar 9, 2023 Season 2 builds on season 1 in exciting ways, I'm utterly hooked. See more Feb 25, 2022 The pilot was stunning. Reminded me of Hannibal (which is a good thing). This series had a great pace and I love it. Not too much too fast or too soon- the story unfolded perfectly and remained entertaining throughout albeit somewhat predictable. But I think it's that I've seen one too many cop shows and horror movies (you know how you're screaming for them to run out the door but they run upstairs- like what are you doing lol) I love that it exists in a parallel universe and it's contemporary I think it makes it even more entertaining however why include the Covid pandemic and quarantining if you're not also going to wear masks (which I wouldn't mind) but anyway. The show has one relevant episode to current events and the agitated neo "conservatives" scream WOKE like its the plague or Covid (lol). You can just imagine the lives of the people miserable over a tv show when they only need to focus their energy on solutions then they wouldn't be inundated with the PROBLEMS. Misery is the root of all misery. Enjoy! See more Read all reviews
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Chris Fedak

Creator

Sam Sklaver

Creator

Tom Payne

Malcolm Bright

Michael Sheen

Dr. Martin Whitly

Bellamy Young

Jessica Whitly

Lou Diamond Phillips

Gil Arroyo

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 12, 2021 It's All in the Execution Bright finds his personal life in disarray after his sister's shocking actions; he must take care of her and protect his mother from a secret that could tear the family apart all over again; Malcolm must find a killer. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 19, 2021 Speak of the Devil When a priest is found murdered in his place of worship, Bright grapples with its effect on his own trauma; Ainsley grows worried that Jessica is keeping something from her regarding her relationship with Gil. Details Episode 3 Aired Jan 26, 2021 Alma Mater When the headmaster of Bright's alma mater is found murdered, he is forced to face a secret from his past; Jessica struggles with her decision to end things with Gil; Martin grows closer to Friar Pete; JT eagerly anticipates the birth of his baby. Details Episode 4 Aired Feb 2, 2021 Take Your Father to Work Day Martin is delighted when circumstances allow him to have direct involvement with one of Malcolm's cases; Ainsley's suspicion grows when she feels Malcolm may be hiding something from her. Details Episode 5 Aired Feb 9, 2021 Bad Manners Malcolm and Ainsley both race to find the killer in the so-called "Debutante Slayings"; while Martin is thrilled to see his daughter's passion in the field, Jessica suggests she and Ainsley take a vacation. Details Episode 6 Aired Feb 16, 2021 Head Case The team investigates the murder of an architect who was tasked with renovating a supposedly haunted hotel. Details Episode 7 Aired Mar 2, 2021 Face Value 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. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 13, 2021 Ouroboros A world-famous profiler shows up in New York and claims that Maj. Crimes' current case is connected to the discovery of Endicott's body overseas; Martin gets to know Dr. Vivian Capshaw. Details Episode 9 Aired Apr 20, 2021 The Killabustas Despite Gil's fatherly concerns, Bright throws himself into a new case; 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; Martin's relationship with Dr. Capshaw intensifies. Details Episode 10 Aired Apr 27, 2021 Exit Strategy Jessica dives headfirst into the past for the sake of her tell-all book; Martin is desperate to get in touch with his son ahead of his imminent plans, as Dr. Vivian Capshaw grows increasingly suspicious. Details Episode 11 Aired May 4, 2021 You Can Run... 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. Details Episode 12 Aired May 11, 2021 Sun and Fun 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. Details Episode 13 Aired May 18, 2021 The Last Weekend The search for a serial killer known as "The Woodsman" might help the NYPD find one of its own. Details

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Season Info

Director
Adam Kane
Creator
Chris Fedak, Sam Sklaver
Executive Producer
Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Chris Fedak, Sam Sklaver, Lee Toland Krieger
Network
Fox
Rating
TV-14 (V|S|D|L)
Genre
Crime, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 12, 2021
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