9.0/101,050 votesLoading...#1 - Like Father...
Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 4/27/2020
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
Director: Adam Kane
Writer: Chris Fedak, Sam Sklaver, Elizabeth Peterson
8.9/10558 votesLoading...#2 - Sun and Fun
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 5/11/2021
As the search intensifies for a serial killer on the run, so does Malcolm's tenacity, causing U.S. Marshal Emily Ruiz to kick him off the case. However, Malcolm doesn't back down that easily.
Director: Chris Grismer
Writer: Lisa Randolph
8.9/10616 votesLoading...#3 - The Last Weekend
Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 5/18/2021
The search for a serial killer known as "The Woodsman" might help the NYPD find one of their own.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.5/10911 votesLoading...#4 - Q&A
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 11/4/2019
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.
Director: Adam Kane
Writer: Elizabeth Peterson
8.5/10833 votesLoading...#5 - Silent Night
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 12/2/2019
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.
Director: Valerie Weiss
Writer: Sabrina Deana-Roga
8.5/10838 votesLoading...#6 - Alone Time
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 1/20/2020
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.
Director: Adam Kane
Writer: Nora Zuckerman, Lilla Zuckerman
8.5/10639 votesLoading...#7 - Take Your Father to Work Day
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 2/2/2021
Martin is delighted when a murder at Claremont Psychiatric brings the NYPD into his territory, allowing him direct involvement with one of Malcolm's cases. While working the same job, Ainsley's suspicion grows when she feels Malcolm may be hiding something from her. All the while, Malcolm and Ainsley must dodge their mother, who's wondering why they got rid of her favorite rug.
Director: Omar Madha
Writer: Elizabeth Peterson
8.5/10505 votesLoading...#8 - You Can Run...
Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 5/4/2021
After a terrifying incident at Claremont, Malcolm is in a race against time to track down multiple killers. The NYPD realizes someone close to home might be the key to finding them.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.4/10675 votesLoading...#9 - The Professionals
Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 4/20/2020
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.
Director: Lily Mariye
Writer: Lisa Randolph
8.4/10519 votesLoading...#10 - Exit Strategy
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 4/27/2021
As Malcolm distances himself from Martin, Jessica does the opposite, diving head-first into the past for the sake of her tell-all book. Meanwhile, Martin is desperate to get in touch with his son ahead of his imminent plans, as Dr. Vivian Capshaw grows increasingly suspicious. Meanwhile, the NYPD investigates a crime of passion.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.3/10770 votesLoading...#11 - Wait & Hope
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 2/3/2020
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.
Director: Glen Winter
Writer: Sam Sklaver
8.3/10635 votesLoading...#12 - Head Case
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 2/16/2021
The team investigates the murder of an architect who was tasked with renovating a supposedly haunted hotel.
Director: Lisa Robinson
Writer: Wyatt Cain
8.2/10822 votesLoading...#13 - Family Friend
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 11/11/2019
Malcolm realizes the suspect in the "Junkyard Killer" case may have a connection to his father.
Director: Rob Hardy
Writer: Wyatt Cain
8.1/10768 votesLoading...#14 - Internal Affairs
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 1/27/2020
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.
Director: David S. Tuttman
Writer: Lisa Randolph, Alexis Siegel
8.1/10735 votesLoading...#15 - Eye of the Needle
Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 2/10/2020
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.
Director: Lisa Robinson
Writer: Wyatt Cain
8.0/10783 votesLoading...#16 - Pied-A-Terre
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 11/25/2019
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.
Director: Antonio Negret
Writer: Lauriel Harte Marger
8.0/10677 votesLoading...#17 - Scheherazade
Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 3/30/2020
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.
Director: Dermott Downs
Writer: Nora Zuckerman, Lilla Zuckerman
8.0/10606 votesLoading...#18 - Alma Mater
Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 1/26/2021
When the headmaster of Bright's alma mater is found murdered, he is forced to face a troubling secret from his past. Meanwhile, Jessica struggles with her decision to end things with Gil, Martin grows closer to Friar Pete and JT eagerly anticipates the birth of his baby.
Director: Omar Madha
Writer: Lisa Randolph
8.0/10589 votesLoading...#19 - Face Value
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 3/2/2021
Malcolm focuses on a case in which a famous plastic surgeon is murdered; Martin gets a new job working in the infirmary with Dr. Vivian Capshaw; Jessica is surprised to learn her younger sister is in town.
Director: Lou Diamond Phillips
Writer: Lauriel Harte Marger
8.0/10558 votesLoading...#20 - Ouroboros
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 4/13/2021
When world-famous Europol profiler Simon Hoxley shows up in New York and claims that Major Crimes' current case is connected to the discovery of Endicott's body overseas, Bright fears he and Ainsley's secret is about to be exposed. Meanwhile, Martin gets to know Dr. Vivian Capshaw.
Director: Chris Grismer
Writer: Nora Zuckerman, Lilla Zuckerman
7.9/101,493 votesLoading...#21 - Pilot
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 9/23/2019
Bright deals with the repercussions of seeing his father for the first time in years.
Director: Lee Toland Krieger
Writer: Chris Fedak, Sam Sklaver
7.9/10683 votesLoading...#22 - Death's Door
Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 2/17/2020
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.
Director: Adam Kane
Writer: Elizabeth Peterson
7.9/10660 votesLoading...#23 - The Job
Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 3/16/2020
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.
Director: Satya Bhabha
Writer: Justin W. Lo
7.8/101,108 votesLoading...#24 - Annihilator
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 9/30/2019
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.
Director: Adam Kane
Writer: Chris Fedak, Sam Sklaver
7.8/10849 votesLoading...#25 - All Souls and Sadists
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 10/28/2019
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.
Director: Megan Griffiths
Writer: Justin W. Lo
The Best Episodes of Prodigal Son
Every episode of Prodigal Son ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Prodigal Son!
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.
Genres:CrimeDramaMystery
Network:FOX
Best Episodes Summary
"Like Father..." is the best rated episode of "Prodigal Son". It scored 9/10 based on 1050 votes. Directed by Adam Kane and written by Chris Fedak, Sam Sklaver, Elizabeth Peterson, it aired on 4/27/2020. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Sun and Fun".