Cross (2024) is a crime thriller TV series based on James Patterson’s Alex Cross novels. It offers a fresh storyline inspired by Patterson’s work but not directly adapted from a single book. The series follows Alex Cross, portrayed by Aldis Hodge, as a skilled homicide detective and forensic psychologist navigating the challenges of solving crimes while facing personal and professional adversities.
The central narrative involves Alex and his partner, John Sampson, hunting a sadistic serial killer in Washington, D.C. Complications arise when someone from Alex’s past resurfaces, threatening his family and career. The show delves into psychological and societal themes, including grief, toxic masculinity, and law enforcement’s relationship with the Black community.
With its intense plot and strong performances, the series highlights Cross’s intellectual prowess and emotional depth, making it both a gripping procedural and a character-driven story.
