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Cross (2024)

Cross poster
Directed by
Nzingha Stewart
Genre
action television series, crime television series, thriller television series, mystery television series
Country
United States
Length
3 seasons, 16 episodes
Rated
TV-MA
Rating
7.0 of 10 from 300 voters
Elsewhere
IMDb

How it feels

A forensic psychologist and homicide detective in Washington D.C. works with his partner to track down dangerous serial killers. He tries to protect his family from the criminals he pursues.

suspensefulintensegrittydarktensemethodicalproceduralemotionalfamily-oriented

What happens

Cross is an American crime thriller television series created by Ben Watkins, based on the Alex Cross novel series written by James Patterson. It stars Aldis Hodge, Isaiah Mustafa, and Juanita Jennings, and it premiered on Amazon Prime Video on November 14, 2024. The series follows Alex Cross, a forensic psychologist and D.C. Metro homicide detective, alongside his partner, Detective John Sampson, as they pursue some of America's most dangerous killers. Together, they navigate the perils of the criminal underworld while Alex strives to safeguard his family from its threats. Along with Watkins, the series' executive producers included Craig Siebels, Nzingha Stewart, James Patterson, Sam Ernst, Jim Dunn, Bill Robinson, Patrick Santa, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, and Matt Thunell. The series was produced by Blue Monday Productions, Skydance Television, Paramount Television Studios, and Amazon MGM Studios. The series was filmed in Ontario, Canada, in Hamilton, Toronto, and surrounding areas. It was in development for nearly four years. The series was renewed for a second season before the premiere of its first season. The second season was released on February 11, 2026. In March 2026, the series was renewed for a third season. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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