Cross

Alex Cross centers on a brilliant homicide detective whose strengths are tangled with deep personal flaws. He's a devoted father who can be tender at home, yet his professional instincts push him toward obsession when a killer is involved. The show opens with the shadow of his wife's murder shaping every decision, leaving him longing for connection while struggling to accept it. Episodes track his methodical work on violent crimes, the strain on family life, and the friction between his need for control and the chaos he faces on patrol. The tone stays dark and moral, with investigations revealing more about Cross than about the criminals he hunts.

Released in 2024, the series was created by Ben Watkins and adapts material from James Patterson's Alex Cross novels, updating the long-running character for television audiences while keeping the crime drama core intact.

Critical response has leaned positive, reflected in a 7.18/10 vote average from 220 viewers, with reviewers noting the show's focus on trauma, ethics, and the cost of obsession. Performances and procedural craft get frequent mention, and commentary often highlights the series' attempt to balance gritty case work with quieter family moments.

Culturally, Cross taps into a familiar franchise and prompts comparisons to earlier film and TV portrayals of the detective, bringing renewed attention to Patterson's creation. Its portrayal of a wounded lead who’s also a caregiver has sparked discussion about how genre television treats masculinity, grief, and the impact of violence on private life.

As of the show's initial run, there haven't been major awards or high-profile nominations reported, though its steady audience ratings and critical chatter suggest it could attract awards consideration in future seasons if it maintains its current trajectory.