The Alienist is a psychological thriller TV series that aired on TNT in the United States. Set in 1896 New York City, the show follows Dr. Laszlo Kreizler, an alienist (an early term for psychologist), newspaper illustrator John Moore, and police secretary Sara Howard as they investigate gruesome murders of young boys. The team uses emerging forensic techniques and psychology to uncover clues and catch a mysterious serial killer haunting the city. The series explores dark themes like corruption, class differences, and mental health during the Gilded Age. With its detailed period costumes and dramatic storytelling, The Alienist received praise for its atmospheric setting and strong performances by Daniel Brühl, Luke Evans, and Dakota Fanning. The show has ended, but sign up for a reminder just in case it returns.