Watch TV Show Heroes

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If you are one of the many fans who watch the TV show Heroes each week, then you know that this science fiction drama is now one of the most popular shows on NBC's lineup.

A History of the TV Show Heroes

Many people love to watch the TV show Heroes because of the intriguing storyline where regular people from all around the globe develop superpowers. While such a storyline might seem like a cliche, creator Tim Kring gives the plot a unique twist by introducing a psychic artist who predicts the end of the world. The heroes of the show use their abilities to prevent those predictions in a series of fascinating episodes featuring cinematography reminiscent of comic book action and a storyline that one would expect to find in a feature film.

The Cast and Crew of Heroes

The cast of the TV show Heroes represents an amazing mix of talent and a broad range of backgrounds. The following cast list includes the major roles throughout the series.

  • Hiro Nakamura - Masi Oka plays a lead role as Hiro, a computer geek from Japan who discovers that he has the ability to literally see forward in time. Masi Oka is an NBC regular, with roles on popular shows like Scrubs and in feature films like Get Smart and Along Came Polly.
  • Angela Petrelli - The role of Angela Petrelli, the mother of Nathan and Peter, is played by Cristine rose. Her previous TV roles included Picket Fences and Friends, and she also starred in a number of theater productions including Isn't It Romantic and Three Acts of Recognition.
  • Claire Bennet - Played by actress Hayden Panettiere, the character Claire Bennet who goes from high school cheerleader to hero when she discovers that she can not get hurt. She previously starred in the feature films Bring It On and Racing Stripes among others.
  • Nathan Petrelli - Nathan, played by Adrian Pasdar, is a politician who has the ability to fly. Pasdar starred in Top Gun and Streets of Gold among other films, and his TV acting career includes series such as Desperate Housewives, Perfect Getaway and The Lost Capone as well as many others.
  • Matt Parkman - Matt Parkman is a detective who has an ability that many police officers probably wish they had - the power to read the mind of others. This role is played by Greg Grunberg, Emmy nominated actor with previous roles in films such as Hollow Man and Mission: Impossible 3.
  • Mohinder Suresh - Sendhil Ramamurthy plays the part of geneticist Dr. Mohinder Suresh. Ramamurthy is a newer actor who previously acted in the theater production A Servant to Two Masters and Indian Ink.
  • Tracy Strauss - Ali Larter plays the role of Tracy, a Washington lobbyist who discovers that she has the ability to freeze any object or person. Ali has had a number of roles in films such as Resident Evil 3 and Final Destination.
  • Peter Petrelli - Milo Ventimiglia plays the part of Peter, a man with the surreal ability to absorb powers from other heroes or villains. His character eventually exploded in one episode over New York City. Milo has enjoyed a long career in feature films including Rocky Balboa, Cursed, Stay Alive and many others.
  • Ando Masahashi - James Kyson Lee plays the role of Ando, the friend of time warping hero Hiro Nakamura. James is a new face on the screen, and has a promising future with Heroes triggering a number of additional opportunities on the small screen as well as in feature films.
  • Maya Herrera - Dania Ramirez plays Maya, one of the heroes with a dark, dangerous ability the gives Heroes a great deal of drama. Dania Ramirez starred in The Sopranos and Brooklyn to Manhattan.
  • Sylar - Actor Zachary Quinto plays the lead role Sylar, the serial killer intent on gathering the talents of those who are "special." This character was stabbed in New York by Hiro, and disappeared. Zachary has acted in both theater as well as on television in series such as CSI, The Others and Crossing Jordan.
  • HRG - Jack Coleman plays H.R.G., Claire's mysterious father who has a strange interest in people with "special" powers. Jack has a long career in acting stretching from Broadway all the way through feature films including Grease and film festival favorite Studio City.

Where To Watch Heroes

Looking for places on the Internet where you can watch the TV show Heroes for free? Look no further!

  • NBC - The first place to check is the NBC Heroes website where you can view full episodes of any five shows each week.
  • FanCast - Find the five latest episodes of Heroes here as well.
  • AOL Television - You'll find a good list of free episodes of Heroes at AOL TV.
  • Hulu - You'll find the largest number of free Heroes episodes at Hulu, the most popular place online to watch moves and free TV episodes.

Final Words

Whether you're just becoming a fan of Heroes this season, or you've been a fan from the very beginning, there's always something fascinating on the next episode. This is one television show that has become one of the most popular series on television today.



 


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