Is The Alienist based on a real killer?

The series is not actually based on real events but does feature some real life historical figures. The core characters are all fictitious except for the New York City police commissioner Theodore Roosevelt.

What is wrong with Dr kreizler?

Laszlo Kreizler is a handsome man of medium height with brown hair, a thick beard that highlights the facial features and piercing dark brown eyes. He suffered a fracture in his right arm as a child that made it less strong and developed than the opposite limb, preventing him from easily performing routine functions.

Who killed Connor in The Alienist?

Connor's plan was to accuse the murder John Beecham of killing them and take credit for having stopped the killer. Unfortunately for him, Miss Howard had solved the clues and arrived at the building. She then shot Connor before he could harm anyone.

Is Violet really pregnant in the alienist?

Just as they were about to be together, Violet had news for John. She's pregnant and the child is his. This does mean the two have had sex out of wedlock, which shouldn't be that surprising when it comes to John. ... He shares the news with Sara, who is understandably disappointed.

Why is Mary mute in the alienist?

After years of abuse and sexual violation, she chained her father to his bed while he slept and set the house on fire. She has never spoken again as a result of those acts.