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The Irrational

He has solving crime down to a science.

★6.7 2023 2 Seasons Arika Lisanne Mittman TV-MA

Alec Mercer is a world-renowned professor of behavioral psychology with a unique insight into human nature who lends his expertise to an array of high-stakes cases involving governments, corporations and law enforcement. However, he meets his match in a female domestic terror suspect who turns his world upside down.

Seasons & episodes

2 seasons · 29 episodes

Pilot

Episode 01

Pilot

Sep 25, 2023 · 43 min

Professor of behavioral science Alec Mercer suspects there's more to the story when he is called upon to investigate the murder of a fashion influencer whose boyfriend has confessed.

Dead Woman Walking

Episode 02

Dead Woman Walking

Oct 2, 2023 · 42 min

Prof. Mercer is approached by old friend CJ, a prominent investigative journalist, who asks for his help after she’s poisoned with a rare and deadly nerve agent. With time running out, Mercer pieces together scant clues.

The Barnum Effect

Episode 03

The Barnum Effect

Oct 9, 2023 · 42 min

After a passenger plane crashes into the Potomac River, suspicions focus immediately on the pilot. Prof. Mercer and the team are asked to investigate the pilot’s personal motivations and piece together clues in the hopes of revealing the truth.

Zero Sum

Episode 04

Zero Sum

Oct 16, 2023 · 42 min

Alec and the team take on a kidnapping case at the request of a desperate father. Their investigation is hampered by a complicated family dynamic that slowly reveals everyone's hidden motivations.

Lucky Charms

Episode 05

Lucky Charms

Oct 23, 2023 · 42 min

Alec and the team head to Las Vegas to help Camille, a former colleague turned expert poker player who's been lured into danger. They must take some risks to solve a gambling mystery before Camille gets hurt. Marisa makes a significant discovery.

Point and Shoot

Episode 06

Point and Shoot

Oct 30, 2023 · 41 min

Alec agrees to testify as an expert witness in a wrongful death trial for a friend of Kylie's. As he faces an old nemesis, he discovers competing emotions around an accidental shooting. Marisa reaches a decision about the bombing investigation.

The Real Deal

Episode 07

The Real Deal

Nov 6, 2023 · 41 min

Alec's first date with Rose turns into a 24-hour excursion when they find themselves taking on an investigation involving a forged masterpiece. Marisa and Kylie attempt to revive their friendship, which has faltered since Alec and Marisa's divorce.

Scorched Earth

Episode 08

Scorched Earth

Jan 29, 2024 · 42 min

Alec takes a case involving a young burn victim and arson that forces him to confront some trauma from his past. Phoebe and Rizwan compete for an important research grant.

Cheating Life

Episode 09

Cheating Life

Feb 5, 2024 · 42 min

After witnessing a hit and run during a friend's livestream, Alec and Kylie aim to prove it wasn't an accident. As Marisa and Jace continue their investigation into the church bombing, they set their sights on a prominent senator.

Bombshell

Episode 10

Bombshell

Feb 12, 2024 · 42 min

Alec and his team come face to face with the man who was put away for the church bombing 20 years earlier. Marisa and Kylie work together to save Alec, Phoebe and Rizwan. Jace makes a critical break in the case that changes everything.

Reciprocity

Episode 11

Reciprocity

Feb 19, 2024 · 42 min

Alec and Marisa are close to finding the culprit of the church bombing. Kylie gets an interview with the FBI, but is pulled into the investigation. Rose tracks down a witness. Phoebe and Rizwan make a discovery that sheds light on the truth.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 6.7 /10

based on 87 votes

Synopsis

Alec Mercer is a world-renowned professor of behavioral psychology with a unique insight into human nature who lends his expertise to an array of high-stakes cases involving governments, corporations and law enforcement. However, he meets his match in a female domestic terror suspect who turns his world upside down.

CrimeDrama

Cast

5 principal cast

Jesse L. Martin

Jesse L. Martin

Alec Mercer

Maahra Hill

Maahra Hill

Marisa Clark

Travina Springer

Travina Springer

Kylie Mercer

Molly Kunz

Molly Kunz

Phoebe Duncan

Arash DeMaxi

Arash DeMaxi

Rizwan Asadi

Where to watch The Irrational

The Irrational is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The crime from Arika Lisanne Mittman has 2 seasons and 29 total episodes, rated 6.7/10 by 87 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does The Irrational have?

The Irrational has 2 seasons with 29 episodes in total.

Is The Irrational still on the air?

The current status of The Irrational is: Canceled.

What network airs The Irrational?

The Irrational airs on NBC.

When did The Irrational first air?

The Irrational first aired on September 25, 2023.

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