TV series
Enter the mind of a serial killer.
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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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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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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Episode 1
Bright deals with the repercussions of seeing his father for the first time in years.
Directed by Lee Toland KriegerWritten by Chris Fedak, Sam SklaverGuest stars Jeb Brown, Michael Cerveris, James Cusati-Moyer, Esau Pritchett, Kasjan Wilson, Brette Taylor, Steve Beauchamp, Shaw Jones
Episode 2
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.
Directed by Adam KaneWritten by Chris Fedak, Sam SklaverGuest stars Michael Esper, Zachary Booth, Sohina Sidhu, Esau Pritchett, Kasjan Wilson, Mark Reay, Korinne Tetlow
Episode 3
A drug-induced homicide forces Malcolm to rethink his fears. Gil, Jessica and Ainsley catch wind that Malcolm has been seeing his father again.
Directed by Rob BaileyWritten by Lisa RandolphGuest stars Sakina Jaffrey, Frank Wood, Charlayne Woodard, Esau Pritchett, Kasjan Wilson, Joseph Anthony Sudol, Cortney Gift
Episode 4
As Malcolm's childhood memories surface, he realizes his father's killing spree may not have been a surprise to everyone in the family. Malcolm, Gil, Dani and JT hunt for a stalker with a creepy eye for design.
Directed by Leon IchasoWritten by Wendy CalhounGuest stars Shawn Andrew, Julian Elijah Martinez, Daniel London, Charlayne Woodard, Esau Pritchett, Samuel María Gómez, David Mason, Gabriel Lawrence
Episode 5
Malcolm searches the depths of his mind to unravel the mystery of the girl in the box. When the NYPD investigates a homicide and assumes it is linked to a drug cartel, Malcolm discovers a secret about Dani's past that draws them closer together.
Directed by Omar MadhaWritten by Jeremy CarverGuest stars Hampton Fluker, Ashlei Sharpe Chestnut, Pascale Armand, Robert Montano, Meredith Garretson, Molly Griggs, Lawrence Ballard, Wade McCollum
Episode 6
When Bright uncovers a photo of himself and Martin from when he was a kid, he is forced to focus on the repressed memories from his childhood psyche. Jessica and Malcolm agree they must put a stop to Ainsley's idea.
Directed by Megan GriffithsWritten by Justin W. LoGuest stars Clark Furlong, William Hill, Charlie Semine, Katie Kreisler, Raymond Lee, Matthew Maher, Charlayne Woodard, James Saito
Episode 7
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.
Directed by Adam KaneWritten by Elizabeth PetersonGuest stars Raymond Lee, Matthew Maher, Esau Pritchett, Kasjan Wilson, Nemuna Ceesay, Peterson Townsend, Sean Phillips
Episode 8
Malcolm realizes the suspect in the "Junkyard Killer" case may have a connection to his father.
Directed by Rob HardyWritten by Wyatt CainGuest stars Raymond Lee, Matt Servitto, Meagan Good, Molly Griggs, Michael Raymond-James, Peterson Townsend, Jonathan Sale, James L. Ward
Episode 9
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.
Directed by Antonio NegretWritten by Lauriel Harte MargerGuest stars James Cusati-Moyer, Kristen Connolly, Carra Patterson, Jeremy Shamos, Jennifer Lim, Charlayne Woodard, Anna Eilinsfeld, Molly Griggs
Episode 10
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.
Directed by Valerie WeissWritten by Sabrina Deana-RogaGuest stars Sean Pertwee, Meagan Good, Ashley Austin Morris, Marylouise Burke, Michael Raymond-James, Kasjan Wilson, Tim Nicolai, Mlé Chester
Episode 11
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.
Directed by Adam KaneWritten by Nora Zuckerman, Lilla ZuckermanGuest stars Meagan Good, Charlayne Woodard, Meredith Garretson, Marylouise Burke, Hettienne Park, Michael Raymond-James, Esau Pritchett, Kasjan Wilson
Episode 12
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.
Directed by David S. TuttmanWritten by Lisa Randolph, Alexis SiegelGuest stars Daniel Sunjata, Scott Shepherd, Isabel Arraiza, Happy Anderson, Kasjan Wilson, Mary Van Arsdel
Episode 13
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.
Directed by Glen WinterWritten by Sam SklaverGuest stars Dennis Boutsikaris, Michael Siberry, Chris Ghaffari, James Saito, Esau Pritchett, Kasjan Wilson, Armando Acevedo, Gary Perez
Episode 14
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.
Directed by Lisa RobinsonWritten by Wyatt CainGuest stars Hettienne Park, Giuseppe Ardizzone, Saul Stein, Jeremy Holm, Esau Pritchett, Mario Bosquez, Guiesseppe Jones, Marcus Gladney Jr.
Episode 15
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.
Directed by Adam KaneWritten by Elizabeth PetersonGuest stars Richard Topol, Sathya Sridharan, Ashlie Atkinson, Ana Gasteyer, Anna Eilinsfeld, Molly Griggs, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Kasjan Wilson
Episode 16
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.
Directed by Satya BhabhaWritten by Justin W. LoGuest stars Steve Blanchard, Young Mazino, Justine Cotsonas, Maureen Sebastian, Lanny Joon, Evan Hall, Dhruv Uday Singh, Molly Griggs
Episode 17
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.
Directed by Pamela RomanowskyWritten by Lauriel Harte Marger, Sabrina Deana-RogaGuest stars Heather Lind, Evelyn Giovine, Cameron Scoggins, Anna Eilinsfeld, Molly Griggs, Esau Pritchett, Kasjan Wilson, Rebecca S'Manga Frank
Episode 18
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.
Directed by Dermott DownsWritten by Nora Zuckerman, Lilla ZuckermanGuest stars Annet Mahendru, Andy Karl, Joseph Melendez, Molly Griggs, Richard H. Blake, Dermot Mulroney, Anna Eilinsfeld, Esau Pritchett
Episode 19
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.
Directed by Lily MariyeWritten by Lisa RandolphGuest stars Molly Griggs, Richard V. Licata, Dagmara Dominczyk, Matthew Lawler, Dermot Mulroney, Anna Eilinsfeld
Episode 20
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
Directed by Adam KaneWritten by Elizabeth Peterson, Chris Fedak, Sam SklaverGuest stars Brian Stokes Mitchell, Matthew Lawler, Richard H. Blake, Khalil Maasi, Patrick Cummings, Dermot Mulroney, Anna Eilinsfeld, Jamie Hector
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Tom PayneMalcolm Bright
Michael SheenDr. Martin Whitly
Bellamy YoungJessica Whitly
Lou Diamond PhillipsGil Arroyo
Halston SageAinsley Whitly
Aurora PerrineauDani Powell
Frank HartsJT Tarmel
Keiko AgenaDr. Edrisa Tanaka
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