The Alienist

Set in 1986 New York City, this gripping story follows Police Commissioner Theodore Roosevelt as he confronts corruption amid a rise in brutal crimes, including a tragic murder that sparks a groundbreaking psychological investigation. A reporter and a pioneering psychologist team up to profile the elusive killer by delving into his troubled mind, leading to a tense and immersive pursuit. Richly atmospheric and suspenseful, the narrative transports listeners to a vivid, bygone era of the city’s dark underbelly.