Scarpetta (2026): cast, story & where to watch
2026 · Series · ★ 6.5
Released in 2026, Scarpetta is a drama, crime and mystery series.
What it’s about. Renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Kay Scarpetta returns to her position as Virginia's Chief Medical Examiner, where she investigates a haunting murder with eerie reminders from her first big case decades ago. In 1998, Scarpetta works alongside Detective Pete Marino and FBI Agent Benton Wesley as they investigate a series of brutal stranglings. Based on the best-selling novels by Patricia Cornwell.
Who’s in it. Scarpetta stars Nicole Kidman as Kay Scarpetta, Jamie Lee Curtis as Dorothy, Bobby Cannavale as Pete Marino and Simon Baker as Benton Wesley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Scarpetta has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Scarpetta page.
If you liked it. Fans of Scarpetta tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Scarpetta (2026)?
- In US, Scarpetta is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Scarpetta worth watching?
- Scarpetta holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Scarpetta?
- Scarpetta stars Nicole Kidman, Jamie Lee Curtis, Bobby Cannavale, Simon Baker and Rosy McEwen.
- When was Scarpetta released?
- Scarpetta was released in 2026.