Shows Like Prodigal Son

Dexter is a crime drama series about a forensic expert who leads a secret life as a vigilante serial killer. With its blend of dark humor and moral ambiguity, Dexter should appeal to fans of Prodigal Son looking for another antihero leading a double life.

Criminal Minds revolves around an elite team of FBI profilers analyzing the country's most twisted criminal minds. Its case-of-the-week format combined with the ongoing development of its profiler characters will resonate with viewers who enjoy the procedural and character-driven aspects of Prodigal Son.

The Mentalist follows a former psychic medium turned consultant for the California Bureau of Investigation, using his keen observational skills to solve crimes. Like Prodigal Son, it combines mystery-solving with a charismatic lead, offering a lighter but still engaging approach to crime.

With a focus on the complex relationship between an FBI investigator and a psychiatrist who moonlights as a cannibalistic serial killer, Hannibal dives deep into psychological thriller territory. Fans of Prodigal Son's dark, twisted narrative and character dynamics will be captivated by this macabre cat-and-mouse game.

This show features a British intelligence investigator obsessed with catching an elusive assassin, leading to a mutual obsession. For fans of Prodigal Son's cat-and-mouse chase and intricate character studies, Killing Eve offers a fresh take with strong female leads and darkly comedic undertones.

Bates Motel serves as a contemporary prequel to the film 'Psycho,' providing a deep dive into the twisted relationship between a young Norman Bates and his mother. Audiences who are drawn to Prodigal Son's exploration of a complex family dynamic will find similar themes at play here.