Heroes Reborn (2015)
NBC's limited event series returns to the world of evolved humans, blending a fresh cast with familiar faces in a high-stakes sci-fi adventure.
Heroes Reborn - Series Information
- Original Title: Heroes Reborn
- First Air Year: 2015
- Last Air Year: 2016
- Created by: Tim Kring
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 43 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 13
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: September 24, 2015 (United States - TV-14), September 24, 2015 (United Kingdom - 15), September 24, 2015 (Germany - 16), September 24, 2015 (France - 10)
- Networks: NBC
- Alternative Titles: Heroes Reborn : Dark Matters (US), Heroes Reborn (DE)
- Production Companies: Tailwind Productions, Imperative Entertainment, Universal Television
- Production Countries: United States of America
Heroes Reborn - Plot
The supernatural phenomenon begins again with a fresh crop of inspiring heroes who take on the ultimate struggle between those with extraordinary abilities and those with nefarious motives to hunt and harness their powers. Epic adventures await these newly empowered allies as they cross paths with some of the original characters, unlocking the mysterious fate of the universe and their place within it.
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Heroes Reborn - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Tim Kring
Main Cast
- Jack Coleman
- Zachary Levi
- Kiki Sukezane
- Judi Shekoni
- Robbie Kay
- Rya Kihlstedt
- Henry Zebrowski
- Gatlin Kate James
- Danika Yarosh
- Ryan Guzman
Writers
- Tim Kring
- Holly Harold
- Peter Elkoff
- Seamus Kevin Fahey
- Sharon Hoffman
Executive Producers
- Tim Kring
- James Middleton
- Peter Elkoff
- Allan Arkush
- Matt Shakman
Heroes Reborn - FAQs
Do you need to watch Heroes before Heroes Reborn?
Watching the original Heroes first definitely enriches the experience — returning characters like Noah Bennet carry more weight with that context. That said, Heroes Reborn was designed to function as a standalone event series, so newcomers can follow along without feeling completely lost from the start.
Is Heroes Reborn a continuation or a reboot?
Heroes Reborn is a direct continuation, not a reboot. Set years after the original Heroes, it revisits the same world of evolved humans — called EVOs — while introducing a fresh cast alongside familiar faces. Creator Tim Kring returned to expand the mythology rather than start from scratch.
Where can you watch Heroes Reborn?
Heroes Reborn is available to purchase or rent digitally through Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. There is currently no subscription streaming option, so buying individual episodes or the full season is the most straightforward way to watch.
Who are the main actors in Heroes Reborn?
The series stars Jack Coleman reprising his role as Noah Bennet, alongside Zachary Levi, Kiki Sukezane, Judi Shekoni, Robbie Kay, Rya Kihlstedt, Henry Zebrowski, Gatlin Kate James, Danika Yarosh, and Ryan Guzman as the core ensemble of new and returning characters.
How many episodes does Heroes Reborn have?
Heroes Reborn ran for 13 episodes across its single season, which aired on NBC from September 2015 to January 2016. There are also 9 bonus special episodes — collected as Season 0 — that expand the story with additional background on key characters.
What is Heroes Reborn about?
Set in a world where people with extraordinary abilities — known as EVOs — are hunted and feared, Heroes Reborn follows a new generation of powered individuals crossing paths with original series veterans. Together they unravel a global conspiracy tied to the fate of humanity itself.
Was Heroes Reborn cancelled or renewed after Season 1?
Heroes Reborn was always conceived as a limited event series, so it concluded as planned after one season. NBC never announced a second season, and the show's status is officially Ended. The finale wrapped up the central storyline without leaving an open-ended cliffhanger for continuation.
How was Heroes Reborn received by critics and audiences?
Critical reception was mixed. Reviewers appreciated the ambitious scope and visual effects but felt the series struggled to recapture the magic of the original Heroes. Audiences who stuck with it found the mythology rewarding, though ratings declined steadily over the course of the season on NBC.
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