Prodigal Son
Enter the mind of a serial killer.
Created by Chris Fedak, Sam Sklaver
On FOX
A dark procedural built on the protagonist's psychological proximity to serial murder, blending case-of-the-week investigation with ongoing trauma and the paranoia of inherited pathology.
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.
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Is Prodigal Son one of a kind? No. Less singular than 99% of series.
Is Prodigal Son scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 93% of series.
Is Prodigal Son sad? Yes. More sad than 84% of series.
Is Prodigal Son violent? Yes. More violent than 81% of series.
Does Prodigal Son leave you hopeful? Barely. Less hopeful than 81% of series.
Is Prodigal Son easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 70% of series.
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How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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Everything like Prodigal Son, and what each one shares →
Like Prodigal Son
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Prodigal Son
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Prodigal Son, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Prodigal Son, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Prodigal Son, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
