Heroes (2006)
Tim Kring's groundbreaking NBC drama about ordinary people awakening to extraordinary powers — and the fate of the world hanging in the balance.
Heroes - Series Information
- Original Title: Heroes
- First Air Year: 2006
- Last Air Year: 2010
- Created by: Tim Kring
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (43 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 4
- Number of Episodes: 78
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: Spanish, English, Japanese
- First Air Date: September 25, 2006 (United States - TV-14), September 25, 2006 (United Kingdom - 15), September 25, 2006 (Germany - 16), September 25, 2006 (France - 10), September 25, 2006 (India - U), September 25, 2006 (Australia - MA 15+), September 25, 2006 (Brazil - 16), September 25, 2006 (Mexico - AA), September 25, 2006 (Spain - 13), September 25, 2006 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: NBC
- Alternative Titles: Heroes (2006) (BR), 英雄 (CN), Héroes (ES)
- Production Companies: Tailwind Productions
- Production Countries: United States of America
Heroes - Plot
Common people discover that they have super powers. Their lives intertwine as a devastating event must be prevented.
Heroes - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see the extraordinary world of Heroes unfold:
You can't choose your family, you can choose a side.
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Heroes - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Tim Kring
Main Cast
- Hayden Panettiere
- Milo Ventimiglia
- Masi Oka
- Jack Coleman
- Adrian Pasdar
- Ali Larter
- Greg Grunberg
- Sendhil Ramamurthy
- James Kyson
- Zachary Quinto
Writers
- Tim Kring
- Aron Eli Coleite
- Joe Pokaski
- Adam Armus
- Jesse Alexander
Executive Producers
- Dennis Hammer
- Nora Kay Foster
- Adam Armus
- Jim Chory
- Tim Kring
Heroes - FAQs
Where can you stream Heroes online?
Heroes is available to purchase digitally through Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. The series is not currently available on a major subscription streaming service in the US, so buying individual seasons or episodes remains the primary viewing option.
Why was Heroes cancelled after Season 4?
Heroes was cancelled by NBC in 2010 after four seasons due to a significant decline in viewership and critical reception following its celebrated first season. Ratings dropped sharply from Season 2 onward, and despite creative retooling across later seasons, the show never recovered its original audience or critical momentum.
Who are the main actors in Heroes?
Heroes features an ensemble cast including Hayden Panettiere as Claire Bennet, Milo Ventimiglia as Peter Petrelli, Zachary Quinto as the villain Sylar, Masi Oka as Hiro Nakamura, Jack Coleman as Noah Bennet, Adrian Pasdar as Nathan Petrelli, Ali Larter, Greg Grunberg, Sendhil Ramamurthy, and James Kyson.
Is Heroes based on a true story or comic book?
Heroes is not based on a true story or a pre-existing comic book. Creator Tim Kring developed it as an original concept inspired by classic superhero mythology and ensemble storytelling. The series did expand into tie-in comics published online, but the television show itself was an entirely original creation.
How many seasons and episodes does Heroes have?
Heroes ran for four seasons and 78 episodes on NBC from 2006 to 2010. The seasons are subtitled: Season 1 — Genesis (23 episodes), Season 2 — Generations (11 episodes), Season 3 — Villains/Fugitives (25 episodes), and Season 4 — Redemption (19 episodes). A specials season contains 110 additional episodes.
What is Heroes about?
Heroes follows ordinary people across the globe who suddenly discover they possess extraordinary abilities — from regeneration and time travel to telepathy and flight. As their paths converge, they must grapple with their new identities and work together to prevent a catastrophic event from destroying the world.
Did Heroes win any major awards?
Heroes earned significant recognition during its first season, winning a Saturn Award for Best Network Television Series and receiving Emmy nominations including Outstanding Drama Series. Masi Oka received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor. The show's later seasons attracted less awards attention as critical reception declined.
When did Heroes first air on NBC?
Heroes premiered on NBC on September 25, 2006. The pilot episode attracted over 14 million viewers and was widely praised by critics, making it one of the most successful new drama series of the 2006–2007 television season. The show ran until February 8, 2010, when it was cancelled.
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