Person of Interest

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Season 1
  • Network: CBS
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 22, 2011
Season #: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 471 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 416 out of 471
  2. Mixed: 26 out of 471
  3. Negative: 29 out of 471
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  1. DeniseIsGreat
    Oct 12, 2011
    9
    I've watched two so far and am definitely liking this. Wasn't sure if the premise was something that would interest me, but the show is compelling. I'm not a comic book aficionado, but even I can tell that this show has all the ingredients of a great comic book - interesting, quirky good guys; a bad cop; a good cop that gets the benefit of the work of the "superheros;" mysterious pastsI've watched two so far and am definitely liking this. Wasn't sure if the premise was something that would interest me, but the show is compelling. I'm not a comic book aficionado, but even I can tell that this show has all the ingredients of a great comic book - interesting, quirky good guys; a bad cop; a good cop that gets the benefit of the work of the "superheros;" mysterious pasts for the main characters. Satisfying episodes - good story telling.… Expand
  2. Mrmoobs
    Sep 25, 2011
    8
    Extremely promising show, thoroughly enjoyed the season premiere wasn't what I was expecting at all. Think of it as Minority Report meets Bourne and you wont be far wrong. :)
  3. FIlmsareawesome
    Sep 23, 2011
    8
    Very original new series, I believe is going to be a full potential show, and hoping that the rest of the viewers think that to, Jonathan Nolan created an amazing and very interesting new show. The Casting is amazing and as I already said the concept of the show is so damn good, if every single episode, takes the format of the 1st one, this show is going to make success guaranteed.
  4. martinex
    Sep 24, 2011
    8
    Strangely enough what endeared this show to me was the violence. I was sure the show would resort to clever way's to avoid killing. The deaths add authenticity. I thought the transformation from homeless person to CIA operative was a bit too fast (I guess it's like riding a bike) but I did enjoy the confrontation on the subway. This looks like one of the more interesting new shows.Strangely enough what endeared this show to me was the violence. I was sure the show would resort to clever way's to avoid killing. The deaths add authenticity. I thought the transformation from homeless person to CIA operative was a bit too fast (I guess it's like riding a bike) but I did enjoy the confrontation on the subway. This looks like one of the more interesting new shows. I'm surprised CBS picked this one up. It seems better suited for FOX.… Expand
  5. Akkhar
    Sep 24, 2011
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing , Awesome , Wow ..... This is what the Nolan brothers are about ! they know exactly how to shock you ! Person of Interest is really a Show of Interest ! & undoubtedly the best Pilot of 2011-2012 season !The writing , acting , action awesome !… Expand
  6. Natie
    Sep 22, 2011
    9
    Finally a prime time winner! Was watching the laughable Charlie's Angels, That will never happen again! glad I taped (Person of Interest.) A good premise of no visible killing shades of old Cowboy movies. Good luck...
  7. wahoo
    Feb 13, 2012
    9
    Always look forward to this show because it shows cutting edge spy technologies. It helps me realize how much I am spied on by those who may not have my best interests in mind. It also shows how ones privacy is a thing of the past. A person in the last episode lived in a town that had no internet or cell service so she could feel a little bit safe. Carry on with a great TV thriller,Always look forward to this show because it shows cutting edge spy technologies. It helps me realize how much I am spied on by those who may not have my best interests in mind. It also shows how ones privacy is a thing of the past. A person in the last episode lived in a town that had no internet or cell service so she could feel a little bit safe. Carry on with a great TV thriller, for the information everyone should be aware of.… Expand
  8. tonyman97
    Apr 28, 2015
    9
    A refreshing and thought-provoking commentary on government surveillance and privacy, Person of Interest started out as a pseudo-CSI procedural and has slowly turned into an exciting cyber-thriller with a great central storyline. It's got some great actors (Jim Caviezel, Micheal Emerson) and writers (John Nolan), and has easily become the best show on network television. If you haven'tA refreshing and thought-provoking commentary on government surveillance and privacy, Person of Interest started out as a pseudo-CSI procedural and has slowly turned into an exciting cyber-thriller with a great central storyline. It's got some great actors (Jim Caviezel, Micheal Emerson) and writers (John Nolan), and has easily become the best show on network television. If you haven't seen this in a while, or were turned off when you first saw it three or four years ago, you should definitely try this show again. It's totally worth it.… Expand
  9. wardialer
    Jun 25, 2012
    8
    first great show on network television in a while. TIVO it if you can, 'cause if you miss something you'll get confused pretty fast and find the show unenjoyable since so much information is important to understanding the plot. good cast, great writing (john reese can be a bit over-the-top at times), relevant plot about government surveillance and big brother in afirst great show on network television in a while. TIVO it if you can, 'cause if you miss something you'll get confused pretty fast and find the show unenjoyable since so much information is important to understanding the plot. good cast, great writing (john reese can be a bit over-the-top at times), relevant plot about government surveillance and big brother in a 'post-9/11-[false-flag]-world'. good casting of babes to keep a desperado like me interested. really no complaints, besides the identity theft episode which kinda sucked. also, the tracks at the end of the episodes are usually well selected (credit to whoever selects them for the show).

    jonathan nolan is a boss. don't let anyone mess w/ your show!    … Expand
  10. ybenjira
    May 30, 2012
    9
    This show started quite slow. It didn't offer anything special, but for some reason I kept coming back, and now it's one of my favorite shows. It is a very simple concept, but they really do make the most out of it. Characters grow on you, the storyline is well respected, and the direction is top notch. This show is not exceptional by any means, but very well written and directed.This show started quite slow. It didn't offer anything special, but for some reason I kept coming back, and now it's one of my favorite shows. It is a very simple concept, but they really do make the most out of it. Characters grow on you, the storyline is well respected, and the direction is top notch. This show is not exceptional by any means, but very well written and directed. Conclusion: very entertaining… Expand
  11. Spangle
    Jun 24, 2013
    9
    Love it, love it, love it. The plot is interesting, the acting is great, and the mystery surrounding the characters is beyond intriguing. Highly recommend.
  12. hubbabubba2531
    Sep 14, 2013
    10
    This is a really great TV show that you have to watch from beginning to end in order. This isn't a show where you come in half way through the season and expect to understand what is going on. Each episode builds off several previous episodes. As you continue to watch the series, every character gets more and more interesting with not only there current character development but theirThis is a really great TV show that you have to watch from beginning to end in order. This isn't a show where you come in half way through the season and expect to understand what is going on. Each episode builds off several previous episodes. As you continue to watch the series, every character gets more and more interesting with not only there current character development but their back stories as well. You start caring more and more what happends to the characters. A good mix of action, suspense, character development and story.… Expand
  13. teflontactics
    Dec 8, 2012
    9
    Awesome show. Jim Caviezel has found his calling as the quiet, but deadly John Reese; a former spy who has decided to help people in his own way. John is joined by Finch, a recluse techie who has created a way to help people about to be the victim of a crime. With Finch as the 'Penelope Garcia/Charlie from Charlie's Angels' cross, and John as his own personal 'Jason Bourne', they try toAwesome show. Jim Caviezel has found his calling as the quiet, but deadly John Reese; a former spy who has decided to help people in his own way. John is joined by Finch, a recluse techie who has created a way to help people about to be the victim of a crime. With Finch as the 'Penelope Garcia/Charlie from Charlie's Angels' cross, and John as his own personal 'Jason Bourne', they try to save people in any way they can.

    Excellent storylines, mysterious characters, and lots of back story woven in. Great new show, easily one of the best things starting last season.    … Expand
  14. acepero88
    Jan 25, 2013
    8
    Would be so happy to be wrong. Person of Interest has to Jonathan Nolan after racks, everyone should remember his work along with his brother Chris. The idea of the show is exceptional, but like almost all the series in the U.S., are subject to sales. In the second season I am more attracted the flashback that the series itself. I mean, in short, without the pressure of the CBS network,Would be so happy to be wrong. Person of Interest has to Jonathan Nolan after racks, everyone should remember his work along with his brother Chris. The idea of the show is exceptional, but like almost all the series in the U.S., are subject to sales. In the second season I am more attracted the flashback that the series itself. I mean, in short, without the pressure of the CBS network, each chapter would be better.… Expand
  15. Ravens1294
    Jun 24, 2014
    10
    An awesome new show on network TV that is really interesting and just great to watch. The show knows what it's doing and network TV doesn't get better than this
  16. yellowstone
    Apr 25, 2013
    7
    The second season starts faster. And I believe it is going to be much more faster than the faster start. However, They must fail sometimes to make the series more likeable. They are always winner why?
  17. SlyckNickChick
    Mar 25, 2014
    10
    Where to start. First, if you have not watched this show GET ON IT you're missing out, second, Jim Caviezel is a gorgeous talented actor and plays an amazing kick ass hero. I really like how Finch and Reese don't know if the person or people they are saving is a victim or a threat. The story lines for this show could be or are endless, I can honestly say there hasn't been an episode IWhere to start. First, if you have not watched this show GET ON IT you're missing out, second, Jim Caviezel is a gorgeous talented actor and plays an amazing kick ass hero. I really like how Finch and Reese don't know if the person or people they are saving is a victim or a threat. The story lines for this show could be or are endless, I can honestly say there hasn't been an episode I haven't enjoyed. All the characters in this show have such strong parts and are great actors. Currently the show is finishing its third season and has been renewed for a fourth (March/2014). Cant wait to see what the writers have in store for us viewers or in my case FAN!… Expand
  18. MGorfain
    Sep 25, 2013
    7
    A mix of science fiction, drama, action, espionage, etc, The characters Reese and Finch are great, Extremely promising show

    Pilot 10/10
    rest of season 7/10
  19. JETPLANEX1
    Jun 23, 2013
    9
    This Show is one of my favorites. The concept behind it is brilliant and the actors are all amazing. The only problem is that the writing is not as good as it could be, but it is still better than most shows.
  20. lar97gforce
    Aug 6, 2013
    9
    It took me a couple of episodes to warm up to this show but now I love it! I think Jim Caviezel and Michael Emerson are excellently paired and although it is hard to imagine "the machine" in real life, they make it very enjoyable to watch. I look forward to each new episode!
  21. AvantGuardian
    Oct 10, 2013
    10
    Person of Interest is like the most beautiful woman in the entire world, if she were a TV show. You can't stop watching it. It's amazing and you can't even fathom how such perfection could be a reality. Well it is, and it's Person of Interest. Not only is it the best TV series i've ever seen in my life (and I've seen a LOT), but I would be very surprised if there was ever one that couldPerson of Interest is like the most beautiful woman in the entire world, if she were a TV show. You can't stop watching it. It's amazing and you can't even fathom how such perfection could be a reality. Well it is, and it's Person of Interest. Not only is it the best TV series i've ever seen in my life (and I've seen a LOT), but I would be very surprised if there was ever one that could match it, given all the shows of the future. Why is it so good? Well, The main character, John Reese, played by Jim Caviezel, is, not "is like", "is" the most badass guy, pretty much ever. Have you ever seen A Jason Statham movie? Well, he's Jason Statham, and he's got his own TV show. And his TV show is a Science Fiction Drama about an all-knowing super computer that has eyes everywhere and the power to do anything. John Reese essentially works for this computer, or, the man who built it, eliminating threats to citizens it has marked as being in imminent danger. The catch is, John and his boss, Mr. Finch, don't know whether that civilian is going to be a victim, or the perpetrator. Person of Interest is a high octane Syfy surveillance and action drama that features unbeatable action sequences, brilliant writing, fantastic characters and great plots. It feels very Whedonesque at times. It also features Angel and Dollhouse's Amy Acker as Root, perhaps the shows primary antagonist. And she's as deadly as she is hot.… Expand
  22. shellyscorner
    Mar 29, 2014
    10
    I really appreciate the premise of this show. In this day and time, I can actually see what this show represents happening, in fact, I'd say it's more likely than not! It's really nice to think that there would be someone out there playing the "game" for all of us "unimportant" people! And Jim Caviezel....he's just a plus!!!
  23. JerryCraker
    Sep 24, 2015
    10
    Are you kidding, I'd give it a 12 if I can. I love every aspect of POI. From the story line, to each one of the characters, to the actors and actresses that plays them... I LOVE THEM ALL. Team Machine~~~ Team Machine!!! I wish it will continue on forever.
  24. fradg87
    Jan 8, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. E' una delle serie tv più belle che io abbia mai visto. Ingegno fantasia e serietà sono gli ingredienti di questo grande successo. Spero soltanto che la serie non termini con la 5 stagione.. Da vedere ASSOLUTAMENTE… Expand
  25. JesicaDB
    Jul 2, 2016
    10
    Great show. I will miss John and Root very much. I think They can create a 3d version of Root to represent the machine as the machine already chose her voice. Would really love it if they can find a way to bring John back. When is SEASON 6 STARTING Please!?
  26. KennyG
    Feb 3, 2012
    10
    Great, Great, Great Show! A mix of science fiction, drama, action, espionage, etc., etc. I'm sorry for those of you who don't get it. There are no show like this one. Basically you have "at least" one imperfect person helping others.
  27. JennetP
    Nov 18, 2011
    8
    I like this series better, after 8 episodes, than I did at the beginning. I'm no longer much bothered by its premise: a terror-sniffing machine so sensitive that it predicts ordinary homicides but not sensitive enough to distinguish murderers from victims. I no longer wonder how even the world's least competent security agency could be induced to throw out data that would save police,I like this series better, after 8 episodes, than I did at the beginning. I'm no longer much bothered by its premise: a terror-sniffing machine so sensitive that it predicts ordinary homicides but not sensitive enough to distinguish murderers from victims. I no longer wonder how even the world's least competent security agency could be induced to throw out data that would save police, courts, and emergency services billions of dollars, not to mention saving innumerable lives. Instead, I now focus on what the machine represents: vigilance without discernment, an omniscience that becomes an end in itself, rather than a means of preserving life and liberty. In that regard, "Person of Interest" seems one of the few 21st-century series to grapple with the effects of 9/11. For that and other reasons, the series now strikes me as fresher and more interesting than others devoted to the pursuit of justice. Where CSI and its spawn celebrate forensic technology as the fastest and purest route to truth, POI takes a more complex view, one focused on the powers, the limits, and the dangers of a technology that can only gesture in the general direction of truth but cannot make crucial distinctions, such as the one between murderer and victim. The contrast is everywhere, from acting style to soundtrack to cinematography. Compared to the luminous pastels and driving rock soundtracks of the CSI's, POI appears ominous and grim: blue-grey establishing shots with faux-CCTV effects, digital framing of random heads, the subtle foreboding of an orchestral score. POI's two principal characters are not heroes but anti-heroes; they are flawed, injured, even knowingly doomed. Both Reese and Finch hide almost everything about themselves, and their tendency to conceal their feelings has alienated some viewers, who feel deprived of an emotional connection to the protagonists. Again, however, I find their formality and circumspection interesting, their oblique dialog a refreshing break from the improbable self-revelation of the average TV crime-fighter. I now hope that other viewers who were, like me, on the fence are starting to appreciate the show.… Expand
  28. NinjaMonkey
    Oct 20, 2011
    10
    Great new idea for a show. Reminds me a little of Homeland. Unfolds smoothly as the kind of show that even those who couldn't care less about it will find engrossing.
  29. SaraJ
    Oct 29, 2011
    10
    Has quickly become my favorite tv show - great acting, suspense, and surprises. It keeps your interest through the whole show. Nice change from all the standard mystery shows.
  30. sulsa11
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Great Show! Now let's rate the critic:

    Slant Magazine
    Aaron Riccio; is a r-tard!!!!! He has not even watched an episode with a review like his.

    Wow, look at the title of his magazine - Slant? looks like he is paid to write with a slant in favor of the ones paying. Gotcha!
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 26
  3. Negative: 1 out of 26
  1. San Jose Mercury News/Contra Costa Times
    Reviewed by: Chuck Barney
    Dec 1, 2011
    63
    So far, though, it has mostly kept its ambition in check, preferring to follow the playbook of a typical crime procedural, with a little more darkness and a little less energy.
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  2. People Weekly
    Reviewed by: Tom Gliatto
    Nov 29, 2011
    75
    This could grow into a show of more than ordinary interest. [28 Nov 2011, p.57]
  3. Zap2it (Inside the Box)
    Reviewed by: David Eckstein
    Sep 22, 2011
    50
    The characters aren't terribly deep and the dialog doesn't take advantage of Emerson's and Caviezel's acting chops.
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