Prime Video renews 'Cross' starring Aldis Hodge for season 3

The series based on James Patterson's Alex Cross character will continue its suspenseful storytelling on the streaming platform.

Mar. 19, 2026 at 2:15pm

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Prime Video has renewed the crime drama series 'Cross' starring Aldis Hodge for a third season. The show, based on characters created by author James Patterson, follows detective Alex Cross as he pursues serial killers. The second season is currently available to stream on Prime Video, with the third season expected to premiere in the coming year.

Why it matters

The renewal of 'Cross' for a third season demonstrates the continued popularity of the Alex Cross character and the demand for high-quality crime dramas on streaming platforms. The series has captivated audiences with its suspenseful storytelling and Aldis Hodge's acclaimed performance as the lead character.

The details

The eight-episode third season of 'Cross' will continue the story of Aldis Hodge's detective Alex Cross and his pursuit of serial killers. The series is created by Ben Watkins and based on characters originally created by author James Patterson. In addition to Hodge, the show also stars Matthew Lillard, Jeanine Mason, and Wes Chatham.

  • The second season of 'Cross' is currently available to stream on Prime Video.
  • The third season of 'Cross' is expected to premiere on Prime Video in the coming year.

The players

Aldis Hodge

The lead actor who portrays detective Alex Cross in the 'Cross' series.

Ben Watkins

The creator of the 'Cross' series, which is based on characters originally created by author James Patterson.

Peter Friedlander

The head of global television at Amazon MGM Studios, which produces the 'Cross' series.

Matthew Lillard

An actor who stars in the 'Cross' series alongside Aldis Hodge.

Jeanine Mason

An actress who stars in the 'Cross' series alongside Aldis Hodge.

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What they’re saying

“From the beginning, Cross has captivated audiences with its layered characters, pulse-pounding suspense, and emotionally grounded storytelling.”

— Peter Friedlander, Head of global television at Amazon MGM Studios

“Aldis has delivered a definitive portrayal of Alex Cross, anchoring the series with depth, intelligence, and heart. We're thrilled to continue this journey with Ben, our collaborators at Paramount Television Studios, and the rest of the incredible cast to bring even more of James Patterson's iconic world to our global Prime Video audience.”

— Peter Friedlander, Head of global television at Amazon MGM Studios

What’s next

The third season of 'Cross' is expected to premiere on Prime Video in the coming year, continuing the suspenseful story of detective Alex Cross and his pursuit of serial killers.

The takeaway

The renewal of 'Cross' for a third season on Prime Video demonstrates the enduring popularity of the Alex Cross character and the demand for high-quality crime dramas on streaming platforms. Aldis Hodge's acclaimed performance as the lead character has been a key factor in the series' success.