The Alienist_
"Madness lies within."
New York, 1896. Police commissioner Theodore Roosevelt brings together criminal psychologist Dr. Laszlo Kreizler, newspaper illustrator John Moore and secretary Sara Howard to investigate several murders of male prostitutes.
Created By
Cary Joji Fukunaga
Network
TNT
Episodes
18
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
SkyShowtime
4 countries
Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total
1 country
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UKTV Play
FREE
1 country
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FREE
1 country
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FREE
1 country
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Overview
The Alienist has 2 seasons with 18 episodes spanning 2018-2020.
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Rating
With a 7.5/10 rating from 674 votes, The Alienist is considered highly rated.
Year context
The Alienist first aired 8 years ago in 2018.
CAST (8)
SEASONS (2 seasons, 18 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
The Boy on the Bridge
A young boy prostitute is butchered on the Williamsburg Bridge, alienist Laszlo Kreizler, newspaper illustrator John Moore, secretary Sara Howard & police commissioner Theodore Roosevelt…
02
A Fruitful Partnership
Sara finds a clue and Kreizler tries to connect the evidence left behind by the serial killer. Kreizler takes Moore, Sara, Marcus and Lucius to…
03
Silver Smile
Innovative evidence leads the team to discover a crucial element in the case is missing. Kreizler and Moore interview a witness to find out what…
04
These Bloody Thoughts
Kreizler and Sara discuss the capacity to kill. Moore goes on a date. Byrnes and Captain Connor keep an eye on a potential suspect. Roosevelt…
05
Hildebrandt's Starling
The team learns more about the killer. Moore and Sara share an intimate moment. Kreizler seeks advice from an old mentor. Roosevelt takes action.
06
Ascension
The team hatches a plan to catch the killer. Moore checks in on a friend. Kreizler faces his own self-doubt about the investigation. Roosevelt attends…
07
Many Sainted Men
Kreizler and Moore follow a lead. Sara visits a hospital and is forced to confront her past. Cyrus, Kreizler’s carriage driver, recovers from his injuries.…
08
Psychopathia Sexualis
Kreizler and Moore travel to Washington D.C., Sara goes rogue in pursuit of the truth. Lucius tells Marcus a secret. Byrnes and Connor tighten their…
09
Requiem
Kreizler mourns the loss of a friend. Sara pushes the team to forge ahead. Moore warns his friend the killer will strike again. Cyrus seeks…
10
Castle in the Sky
Kreizler confronts the demons of his past. Moore tells Sara the truth. Connor takes matters into his own hands. The team closes in on the…
SEASON 2Angel of Darkness
01
Ex Ore Infantium
New York City. 1897. Sara Howard has opened a pioneering private detective agency. She reunites with formidable alienist Dr. Laszlo Kreizler and New York Times…
02
Something Wicked
Sara uncovers a clue at the Siegel Cooper Department Store that leads her into dangerous territory. Moore struggles to balance his personal and professional life…
03
Labyrinth
All is not what it seems at the Lying-In Hospital as Sara persuades a young nurse to disclose what happens behind closed doors. Kreizler is…
04
Gilded Cage
The clock is ticking for the team to locate baby Ana. Sara worries about her young undercover detective Bitsy Sussman. William Randolph Hearst hosts a…
05
Belly of the Beast
After the horrific murder of a Lying-In Hospital employee, the team are now hot on the heels of the murderer. Sara enlists the help of…
06
Memento Mori
Sara and Moore return to the killer's abandoned house in search of new information about their suspect. Kreizler faces ruin after a tragic incident at…
07
Last Exit to Brooklyn
Sara, Kreizler and Moore travel to Brooklyn in search of clues. Byrnes plans to double-cross the team as the killer's behavior becomes unhinged. Sara and…
08
Better Angels
While Sara, Moore and Kreizler struggle with decisions about their future paths, New York is in the grips of an all-out manhunt for the killer,…
SERIES INFO
2
Seasons
18
Episodes
48 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Cary Joji Fukunaga
NETWORKS (1)
TNT
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is The Alienist about?
New York, 1896. Police commissioner Theodore Roosevelt brings together criminal psychologist Dr. Laszlo Kreizler, newspaper illustrator John Moore and secretary Sara Howard to investigate several murders of male prostitutes.
Where can I watch The Alienist?
The Alienist is available on SkyShowtime, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , UKTV Play, Channel 4, Spectrum On Demand. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does The Alienist have?
The Alienist has 2 seasons with 18 episodes total.
Who created The Alienist?
The Alienist was created by Cary Joji Fukunaga.
Who stars in The Alienist?
The cast of The Alienist includes Daniel Brühl, Luke Evans, Dakota Fanning, Matthew Shear, Douglas Smith.
What is the rating of The Alienist?
The Alienist has a rating of 7.5 out of 10 based on 674 votes on TMDB.
Is The Alienist still running?
The Alienist has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (3)
Drama
Crime
Mystery
