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The Irrational

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entertainment1 year ago

Jesse L. Martin Reflects on 'The Irrational' and Its Impact

Jesse L. Martin, who plays Dr. Alec Mercer in The Irrational, discusses the impact of solving the show's central mystery on his character's identity and relationships. He ponders how Alec's trauma has shaped his life and whether its resolution will change his identity. Martin also reflects on Alec's evolving relationships with Marisa and Rose, and the potential impact of the mystery's resolution on those connections. The Irrational returns to NBC for the final run of its inaugural season.

tv-recap2 years ago

"The Irrational: Exploring the Barnum Effect and its Tarot Card Connection"

In episode 3 of "The Irrational," titled "The Barnum Effect," Alec and Marisa investigate a plane crash that may have been deliberate. As they delve into the pilot's background, they discover he may have been a member of an incel group. Meanwhile, Marisa reveals she is dating a colleague, leaving Alec hurt. They uncover evidence of a software bug that caused a previous crash, leading to a confession from a plane executive. Rizwan, Alec's assistant, is traumatized by the investigation and seeks Alec's guidance. The episode ends with a candlelight vigil for the pilot.

television2 years ago

"Krapopolis: A Flawed Yet Fresh Take on Ancient Greece"

The new TV series "Krapopolis" and "The Irrational" fail to impress with their lack of freshness. "Krapopolis," produced by Dan Harmon, falls short in delivering laughs despite its mythical Greek kingdom setting, while "The Irrational" offers another variation on crime procedurals with a civilian expert assisting the police. Both shows struggle to stand out among the shortage of new scripted network series, leaving viewers with little reason to tune in.

tv-series2 years ago

Jesse L. Martin Returns to NBC in New Crime Series 'The Irrational'

Law & Order veteran Jesse L. Martin returns to NBC in the new crime procedural series The Irrational, set to premiere on September 25. Martin plays Alec Baker, a renowned professor of behavioral science who uses his unique approach to solve high-stakes cases involving governments, law enforcement, and corporations. The show completed production on its 10-episode first season prior to the writers' and actors' strikes and is inspired by the best-selling book Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely.