There are also two novellas by Patterson in the series, 2016's Cross Kill and 2017's Detective Cross, while the 2023 novel Cross Down is a joint Alex Cross and John Sampson novel, and was co-written by Patterson with Brendan DuBois.

Prime Video’s latest addition to its dadcore line-up—which also includes Reacher, Jack Ryan, Bosch, and The Terminal List—is Cross, a new series starring Aldis Hodge as Alex Cross, author James Patterson’s famous detective,

Aldis Hodge is coming to TV screens as Alex Cross, and he's ready to crack any case. It's the first time ever that fans get to see the iconic character from James Patterson's popular book series come to life on television.

Aldis Hodge stars as the titular detective in this bold new take on James Patterson's iconic book series.

Aldis Hodge stars as Alex Cross in a new series featuring James Patterson's signature detective in a brand new story.

The new Prime Video series “Cross” brings James Patterson's Alex Cross to life, starring Aldis Hodge and helmed by creator Ben Watkins.