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The Irrational

TV·2023–2025·NBC·Drama, Crime, Thriller·1h·7.1·Created by Arika Lisanne Mittman

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The Irrational follows world-renowned professor of behavioral science Alec Mercer as he lends his unique expertise on an array of high-stakes cases involving governments, law enforcement and corporations. His insight and unconventional approach to understanding human behavior lead him and the team on a series of intense, unexpected journeys to solve illogical puzzles and perplexing mysteries.

Cast

Jesse L. MartinJesse L. MartinAlec MercerMaahra HillMaahra HillMarisa ClarkTravina SpringerTravina SpringerKylie MercerMolly KunzMolly KunzPhoebe DuncanArash DeMaxiArash DeMaxiRizwan Asadi

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