The Philosophical Depths of Gregg Hurwitz’s Orphan X Series and the Influence of Jordan Peterson

Gregg Hurwitz, a masterful storyteller, has earned his place among the elite in the thriller genre with his “Orphan X” series. The series, which follows the gripping adventures of Evan Smoak—also known as “Orphan X” or “The Nowhere Man”—delves into the life of a highly trained government assassin turned vigilante. As Hurwitz weaves complex narratives and moral dilemmas throughout his series, one can discern the influence of contemporary thinkers like Jordan Peterson, whose ideas about personal responsibility, order, and chaos resonate in the fabric of Hurwitz’s storytelling.