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The Best Episodes of Prodigal Son

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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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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 20 - Like Father...
    9.1/10(1105 votes)

    #1 - Like Father...

    S1:E20

    Malcolm continues to unravel as the mystery of the girl in the box comes to a head. As Nicholas Endicott's (guest star Dermot Mulroney) true colors continue to show, the Whitlys must decide to what lengths they are willing to go in order to take him down

    Director:Adam Kane
    Writers:Elizabeth Peterson, Chris Fedak, Sam Sklaver

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  2. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 12 - Sun and Fun
    8.9/10(595 votes)

    #2 - Sun and Fun

    S2:E12

    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. However, Malcolm doesn't back down that easily.

    Director:Chris Grismer
    Writer:Lisa Randolph

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  3. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 13 - The Last Weekend
    8.9/10(667 votes)

    #3 - The Last Weekend

    S2:E13

    The search for a serial killer known as "The Woodsman" might help the NYPD find one of their own.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 7 - Q&A
    8.6/10(967 votes)

    #4 - Q&A

    S1:E7

    Bright's quest for answers about his childhood leads him to a junkyard, where he's bombarded with gunshots. Ainsley's exclusive interview with Martin takes an unexpected turn, forcing her to team up with Bright.

    Director:Adam Kane
    Writer:Elizabeth Peterson

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  5. Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 11 - Alone Time
    8.6/10(892 votes)

    #5 - Alone Time

    S1:E11

    The FBI and NYPD band together to save Malcolm from the "Junkyard Killer," aka John Watkins, who reveals shocking details about his involvement in the camping trip memories that have been plaguing his psyche. Meanwhile, as Gil looks for answers from The Surgeon, Ainsley and Jessica search through their memories of the past, hoping to find some sort of clue as to where Malcolm could be hidden.

    Director:Adam Kane
    Writers:Nora Zuckerman, Lilla Zuckerman

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  6. Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 10 - Silent Night
    8.5/10(884 votes)

    #6 - Silent Night

    S1:E10

    Knowing that the “Junkyard Killer” was in cahoots with his father, Malcolm goes against the FBI’s wishes and continues to investigate. His findings reconnect him with a disgruntled ex-detective who was once heavily involved in the search for “The Surgeon,” delivering them both into danger.

    Director:Valerie Weiss
    Writer:Sabrina Deana-Roga

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  7. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 4 - Take Your Father to Work Day
    8.5/10(676 votes)

    #7 - Take Your Father to Work Day

    S2:E4

    Martin is delighted when a murder at Claremont Psychiatric brings the NYPD into his territory, allowing him direct involvement with one of Malcolm's cases. While working the same job, Ainsley's suspicion grows when she feels Malcolm may be hiding something from her. All the while, Malcolm and Ainsley must dodge their mother, who's wondering why they got rid of her favorite rug.

    Director:Omar Madha
    Writer:Elizabeth Peterson

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  8. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 11 - You Can Run...
    8.5/10(541 votes)

    #8 - You Can Run...

    S2:E11

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 19 - The Professionals
    8.4/10(718 votes)

    #9 - The Professionals

    S1:E19

    After a catastrophic turn of events, Malcolm and Ainsley are convinced there's more to Nicholas Endicott than meets the eye. Their only hope just might be an impromptu Whitly family reunion.

    Director:Lily Mariye
    Writer:Lisa Randolph

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  10. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 10 - Exit Strategy
    8.4/10(554 votes)

    #10 - Exit Strategy

    S2:E10

    As Malcolm distances himself from Martin, Jessica does the opposite, diving head-first into the past for the sake of her tell-all book. Meanwhile, Martin is desperate to get in touch with his son ahead of his imminent plans, as Dr. Vivian Capshaw grows increasingly suspicious. Meanwhile, the NYPD investigates a crime of passion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 13 - Wait & Hope
    8.3/10(813 votes)

    #11 - Wait & Hope

    S1:E13

    Malcolm takes a detour from his mandated vacation time when he finds out a killer on the loose is mimicking homicides from one his favorite children's books, "The Count of Monte Cristo." With added help from a very excited Martin Whitly, the NYPD trace the case back to a high society family planning one of the biggest weddings of the season, so Malcolm and Dani get dressed up to attend the event and track down their culprit.

    Director:Glen Winter
    Writer:Sam Sklaver

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  12. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 6 - Head Case
    8.3/10(669 votes)

    #12 - Head Case

    S2:E6

    The team investigates the murder of an architect who was tasked with renovating a supposedly haunted hotel.

    Director:Lisa Robinson
    Writer:Wyatt Cain

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  13. Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 8 - Family Friend
    8.2/10(874 votes)

    #13 - Family Friend

    S1:E8

    Malcolm realizes the suspect in the "Junkyard Killer" case may have a connection to his father.

    Director:Rob Hardy
    Writer:Wyatt Cain

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  14. Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 12 - Internal Affairs
    8.2/10(817 votes)

    #14 - Internal Affairs

    S1:E12

    Following a mysterious and catastrophic incident in the precinct, Bright faces an internal affairs review as Gil and the team worry about his mental health.

    Director:David S. Tuttman
    Writers:Lisa Randolph, Alexis Siegel

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  15. Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 9 - Pied-A-Terre
    8.1/10(833 votes)

    #15 - Pied-A-Terre

    S1:E9

    When Martin is locked away in solitary confinement and the FBI takes over the Junkyard Killer case, Malcolm uses his spare time as an excuse to try out a “normal” lifestyle.

    Director:Antonio Negret
    Writer:Lauriel Harte Marger

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  16. Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 14 - Eye of the Needle
    8.1/10(777 votes)

    #16 - Eye of the Needle

    S1:E14

    Jessica continues to search for more information on the "Girl in the Box," but is confronted by the "Carousel Killer," who has a very public vendetta against the Whitlys. While the NYPD investigates families tied to Martin's victims, it's ultimately up to Malcolm and Jessica to track down the tip-line caller, turned killer, who is blackmailing her. Meanwhile, Ainsley receives a big promotion at work, but quickly realizes she may never escape the high demand for serial killer reports.

    Director:Lisa Robinson
    Writer:Wyatt Cain

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  17. Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 18 - Scheherazade
    8.0/10(719 votes)

    #17 - Scheherazade

    S1:E18

    When an up-and-coming ballet dancer is mysteriously poisoned, the NYPD dives deep into the rigorous world of dance. Meanwhile, Jessica reunites with an old friend, socialite Nicholas Endicott, and Bright and Eve turn to Martin for answers regarding the girl in the box.

    Director:Dermott Downs
    Writers:Nora Zuckerman, Lilla Zuckerman

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  18. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 3 - Alma Mater
    8.0/10(641 votes)

    #18 - Alma Mater

    S2:E3

    When the headmaster of Bright's alma mater is found murdered, he is forced to face a troubling secret from his past. Meanwhile, Jessica struggles with her decision to end things with Gil, Martin grows closer to Friar Pete and JT eagerly anticipates the birth of his baby.

    Director:Omar Madha
    Writer:Lisa Randolph

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  19. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 7 - Face Value
    8.0/10(622 votes)

    #19 - Face Value

    S2:E7

    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.

    Director:Lou Diamond Phillips
    Writer:Lauriel Harte Marger

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  20. Prodigal Son Season 2 Episode 8 - Ouroboros
    8.0/10(598 votes)

    #20 - Ouroboros

    S2:E8

    When world-famous Europol profiler Simon Hoxley shows up in New York and claims that Major Crimes' current case is connected to the discovery of Endicott's body overseas, Bright fears he and Ainsley's secret is about to be exposed. Meanwhile, Martin gets to know Dr. Vivian Capshaw.

    Director:Chris Grismer
    Writers:Nora Zuckerman, Lilla Zuckerman

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  21. Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.9/10(1590 votes)

    #21 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Bright deals with the repercussions of seeing his father for the first time in years.

    Director:Lee Toland Krieger
    Writers:Chris Fedak, Sam Sklaver

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  22. Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 15 - Death's Door
    7.9/10(723 votes)

    #22 - Death's Door

    S1:E15

    When a body is found professionally preserved and embalmed, the NYPD teams up with Edrisa to go undercover at a convention of funeral directors. While there, they discover their top suspects - morticians Tilda and Dev - who used to be in business with the victim. Then, enter the mind of a serial killer as Martin revisits his past through a series of hallucinations.

    Director:Adam Kane
    Writer:Elizabeth Peterson

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  23. Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 16 - The Job
    7.9/10(702 votes)

    #23 - The Job

    S1:E16

    When a motorcycle gang robbery turns into a murder, Malcolm and team are called to the scene to investigate. While he's working on a profile, he runs into an old friend from boarding school, licensed insurance investigator Vijay (guest star Dhruv Singh). Together they work to uncover the identity of the murderer and his accomplices who stole millions in watches. Meanwhile, Martin blackmails Jessica, exchanging his silence about who stabbed him for more quality time with his son.

    Director:Satya Bhabha
    Writer:Justin W. Lo

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  24. Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 17 - Stranger Beside You
    7.9/10(708 votes)

    #24 - Stranger Beside You

    S1:E17

    The NYPD dives into a case surrounding a famous mommy blogger, whose husband was mysteriously stabbed just days after their baby was born. Meanwhile, Bright finds his way back to Eve, but can't shake his paranoia that there's more to her than meets the eye. To help ease his nerves, Ainsley helps him do some investigating and uncovers a secret she has been keeping.

    Director:Pamela Romanowsky
    Writers:Lauriel Harte Marger, Sabrina Deana-Roga

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  25. Prodigal Son Season 1 Episode 2 - Annihilator
    7.8/10(1174 votes)

    #25 - Annihilator

    S1:E2

    As Bright slips into the mind of a serial killer, he must deal with the repercussions of seeing his father for the first time in years.

    Director:Adam Kane
    Writers:Chris Fedak, Sam Sklaver

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Best Episodes Summary

"Like Father..." is the best rated episode of "Prodigal Son". It scored 9.1/10 based on 1105 votes. Directed by Adam Kane and written by Elizabeth Peterson, Chris Fedak, Sam Sklaver, it aired on 4/27/2020. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Sun and Fun".