Heroes

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Season 1
  • Network: NBC
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 25, 2006
Season #: 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 466 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 415 out of 466
  2. Mixed: 26 out of 466
  3. Negative: 25 out of 466
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  1. cameronmorewood
    Nov 9, 2012
    10
    An absolutely captivating genre-beding show. It is nearly flawless.
  2. Swati
    Feb 16, 2013
    10
    The first season was original, had great engaging characters and had an excellent plot. The ensuing seasons weren't able to capture my attention on the same level. The main Heroes are all very well developed and I found myself caring for everyone of them, including Sylar. It was certainly better than most of the superhero movies coming out every other year. I was unable to stop until IThe first season was original, had great engaging characters and had an excellent plot. The ensuing seasons weren't able to capture my attention on the same level. The main Heroes are all very well developed and I found myself caring for everyone of them, including Sylar. It was certainly better than most of the superhero movies coming out every other year. I was unable to stop until I reached the end.… Expand
  3. ArthurM
    Jul 11, 2015
    10
    One of the best SEASONS I've seen on television. Yeah, the show gets really bad further on, like, REALLY bad (season 2, I'm looking at you), but season one is just awesome. Like, really really good.
  4. AaronDWasserman
    Jun 27, 2015
    10
    Heroes Season 1 was one of the greatest TV experiences ever. It was non stop thrills and is extremely re watchable. The acting is top notch, the effects are great, and the story telling is so great.
  5. GermaNister
    Nov 5, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pupils with cool superpowers... Awsome. I love this show. This is really exciting. The one can fly, the other can read minds, the other is invulnerable... Cool ideas. And cool Villain (Sylar) aka Mr. Spock :). (it isn't the old Spock...I mean the new Spock in the new Movie)… Expand
  6. AWasserman
    Dec 29, 2015
    10
    Without a doubt the single best outing in TV history. Heroes captivated me from the very beginning. There is not a show around today that had the buzz and the ratings of Heroes. Season 1 introduced the world to a as realistic as you can have world where people had superpowers. From good to evil, minor to major, all these characters were compelling. This show was full of great action,Without a doubt the single best outing in TV history. Heroes captivated me from the very beginning. There is not a show around today that had the buzz and the ratings of Heroes. Season 1 introduced the world to a as realistic as you can have world where people had superpowers. From good to evil, minor to major, all these characters were compelling. This show was full of great action, drama, mystery, and intrigue. There is not a series around today that had the same magic as Heroes had.… Expand
  7. GugaJedi
    Jan 3, 2018
    10
    The way that the story is developed is incredible. The show runs like a comic book. The acting crew is very good. The show is very well written too with a good pace between episodes. Is a shame that in "Reborn" they lost the hand on the show...
  8. All_ButTrU4
    Jun 27, 2022
    10
    Season one is one of my favorite shows and would've been a perfect miniseries had it been allowed to end . Nevertheless what this grand NBC flagship does in it's 20+ episodes is genuinely incomparable in television even till this day,a show that never lagged or became contrived. The ensemble cast is a well balanced act that despite experiencing the usual pitfalls of a large cast such asSeason one is one of my favorite shows and would've been a perfect miniseries had it been allowed to end . Nevertheless what this grand NBC flagship does in it's 20+ episodes is genuinely incomparable in television even till this day,a show that never lagged or became contrived. The ensemble cast is a well balanced act that despite experiencing the usual pitfalls of a large cast such as some story's paling amidst other's there's an epic urgency that gets rewarded on the open ended finale. It's still one of my favorite TV show seasons and iis endlessly rewatchable.… Expand
  9. LKnight
    Oct 17, 2006
    9
    The plot and cliff hangers keep the viewer's attention on the show, rather than making it wander off to what one did at the office that day. When I watch this show, I hardly know that an hour has gone by! That is a quality I rarely ever find in a television show.
  10. MikeT
    Dec 7, 2006
    9
    While the premise is not original. The cast pulls out the stops to execute a beautiful show.
  11. Kenji
    Oct 3, 2006
    9
    Heroes is very captivating and will most likely become my favorite show this season. While some people may find the show moving at a slow pace, I think the creator and writers are justified. They are obviously placing importance on making the characters more dynamic than the rather static characters in many TV shows today. If the viewers are not allowed to develop an interest in the Heroes is very captivating and will most likely become my favorite show this season. While some people may find the show moving at a slow pace, I think the creator and writers are justified. They are obviously placing importance on making the characters more dynamic than the rather static characters in many TV shows today. If the viewers are not allowed to develop an interest in the characters, then why would they care what happens to them?… Expand
  12. jamest
    Feb 6, 2007
    9
    I have been waiting for a show like hereos to hit television for a long time, it's up there with lost!
  13. PaulR
    Feb 8, 2007
    9
    What a remarkable show. The only reason I didn't give it 10 was the fact that in the rare event a quesion is answered, it just raises another 3 questions which we have to wait for an answer for... but what a show!
  14. AL.
    Jun 7, 2007
    9
    Absolutely thrilling to watch and excellent!
  15. CarnieM
    Oct 4, 2006
    9
    I really enjoyed this show and I hate Gory creepy things. Can't wait to see what happens next.
  16. DawnTreader
    Oct 6, 2006
    9
    This show looks to have a great start on a long running epic story. i hope that this show ends up being a combination, babylon 5, CSI, west wing, in terms of its ability to do real drama with mystery and science fiction concepts all roled in one!
  17. SteveS
    Aug 17, 2007
    9
    It's the best super-hero show they've done.
  18. DrewT
    Feb 15, 2008
    9
    The professional critics are fools! this show is great on a number of levels.
  19. RakoA
    Oct 14, 2006
    9
    I love the new show. I only have time to watch a few shows a week and this is #2 on my list right after #1 Survivor. A must see for anyone with any imagination.
  20. AliciaG
    Nov 4, 2006
    9
    I am so excited about this show. Finally, a show comes along that I cannot wait to see each week. That hasn't happened to me since Nip/Tuck. Heroes is my new favorite!
  21. joeym
    Oct 23, 2006
    9
    addictive, sometimes stupid, but always entertaining
  22. JoshuaF
    Dec 3, 2006
    9
    This show is great fun. With so many characters, the show does a good job of developing them. There are no "flat" characters. I haven't come upon a character that I like or dislike all the time. There aren't any completely "bad" guys or "good" guys.
  23. ashleym
    Oct 24, 2006
    9
    i'm not a comic book fanatic and i think its a great show, just pure fun to watch, easy to get addicted to
  24. DavidB
    Oct 24, 2006
    9
    As a big fan of sci-fi and comic books, I would definitely have to say this is the best show I have seen that combines the elements of both in quite some time. I must say I really look forward to TV on Monday nights now thanks to NBC. Heroes is awesome!!
  25. JeremyL
    Oct 3, 2006
    9
    One of the better pilots and follow ons. The key to the success seems to be in what 'Lost' did in the entire first season, just give you enough information to wet you appetite, but not enough to satisfy, therefore, making you come back for more. Example, the likeability of Hiro's character, and Mrs. Hyde's 'power' still being unknown (but you get the sense One of the better pilots and follow ons. The key to the success seems to be in what 'Lost' did in the entire first season, just give you enough information to wet you appetite, but not enough to satisfy, therefore, making you come back for more. Example, the likeability of Hiro's character, and Mrs. Hyde's 'power' still being unknown (but you get the sense that it is something sinister and forboding). I disagree with those who say that character development is lacking, there isn't space for War and Peace in the time frame allotted, and the writers did a considerable job of giving you insight on the number of characters that they did in the Monday night time slot given. A very fresh approach... please quit with the X-men comparisons. Just because it involves super powers and mutations.. the similarity ends pretty much there and the writers are doing a good job of keeping us guessing.… Expand
  26. V.Girl
    Oct 3, 2006
    9
    Heroes is refreshing. It's going to be big. Better than lost
  27. Asrugan
    Sep 26, 2006
    9
    This show has great potential, let's hope it lasts!
  28. TonyT
    Feb 14, 2007
    9
    What a terrific show. The writing is brilliant, even though I have trouble figuring out some of the action. The only thing better on TV is 24.
  29. GitaA.
    Sep 23, 2007
    9
    The show is very nicely. I like this film, and I can't wait for season 2.
  30. CoryD.
    Jul 1, 2008
    9
    Interesting ideas and well thought through. Is it perfect? No, but it is better than anything else like it.
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Awards & Rankings

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#37 Best TV Season of 2006
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#5 Most Discussed TV Season of 2006
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#22 Most Shared TV Season of 2006

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
67

Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 29
  3. Negative: 4 out of 29
  1. L.A. Weekly
    Reviewed by: Robert Abele
    30
    The show is too diffuse, hokey and self-consciously portentous to suggest suspenseful possibility.
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  2. Time
    Reviewed by: James Poniewozik
    60
    The writing is uneven... but the idea is audacious enough to keep you following the loose threads.
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  3. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Barry Garron
    90
    "Heroes" is one of TV's most imaginative creations and might, with luck, become this year's "Lost."
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