The Alienist (2018-2020) is an adaptation of Caleb Carr’s historical thriller novels which include the character of Laszlo Kreizler who runs a home for orphaned/abandoned children in 19th century New York City and Stevie Taggart, a boy Kreizler has taken into his care.

In the 1st season, the 10 episodes tell the story of 1994 novel The Alienist, which is set in 1896 and investigates the deaths of teenage boys.

In the 2nd season, the 8 episodes tell the story of an investigation into the deaths of babies & children by serial killer Elspeth Hunter.

Daniel Bruhl stars as Laszlo Kreizler, Luke Evans as John Morr and Dakota Fanna as Sara Howard.

Matt Lintz plays Stevie Taggert in Season 1, and Dominic Herman-Day in Season 2.