The Alienist streaming
Genre
Drama
Year
2018
Runtime
2 seasons

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Metascore

The Alienist

Enter the mind of a killer in the City of Secrets

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Synopsis

The Alienist is a gripping psychological thriller set in the late 19th century that follows a criminal psychologist, Dr. Laszlo Kreizler, and a newspaper illustrator, John Moore, as they investigate a series of brutal murders in New York City. Together with Sara Howard, a headstrong secretary determined to become the city's first female detective, they delve into the depths of the city's underbelly to catch a relentless and mysterious killer. As they unravel the complexities of the human mind and face their own demons, they are drawn into a dangerous game of cat and mouse that will test their limits and sanity.

Cast

  • Daniel Brühl

    Daniel Brühl

    Laszlo Kreizler

  • Luke Evans

    Luke Evans

    John Moore

  • Dakota Fanning

    Dakota Fanning

    Sara Howard

  • Matthew Shear

    Matthew Shear

    Lucius Isaacson

  • Douglas Smith

    Douglas Smith

    Marcus Isaacson

  • Robert Wisdom

    Robert Wisdom

    Cyrus Montrose

Reviews

The Alienist has received high praise from critics for its atmospheric setting, intricate storytelling, and stellar performances. The Guardian hailed it as 'a sumptuous, old-fashioned thriller that withstands scrutiny,' while Collider described it as 'a dark, gritty, and mesmerizing journey into the darkest corners of the human psyche.' Variety praised the show for its 'richly detailed world-building' and 'tense, suspenseful plot twists.' The Hollywood Reporter commended Daniel Brühl's portrayal of Dr. Kreizler as 'riveting' and praised the show for its 'haunting visuals' and 'compelling character dynamics'. Overall, The Alienist has been lauded for its engaging narrative, strong character development, and chilling atmosphere that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.