Heroes Reborn
Heroes Reborn

Heroes Reborn

2016TV ShowEndedEnglish

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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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes37%
Metacritic42/100
Google Users75%
Director: VariousGenres: Science Fiction, Drama, Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

A year after a devastating terrorist attack in Odessa, Texas, that killed many Evos, the survivors are in hiding from those who fear and hunt them. Claire Bennet, who revealed her powers to the world during the "World's End" incident, has seemingly disappeared. Meanwhile, new Evos are emerging with extraordinary abilities, and a shadowy organization known as "Sunstone" is determined to track them down and control them. Noah Bennet, aided by the enigmatic HRG, must uncover the truth behind the Odessa tragedy and protect these new individuals from a growing threat.

Critical Reception

Heroes Reborn received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated the attempt to revive the beloved 'Heroes' franchise and introduce new storylines, many felt it failed to recapture the magic of the original series. Common criticisms included a convoluted plot, underdeveloped characters, and a lack of the original's innovative storytelling. Ratings reflected this disappointment, with significant drops from the initial series.

What Reviewers Say

  • Fails to live up to the promise of the original series, suffering from a convoluted plot.
  • New characters are largely underdeveloped, making it difficult to connect with the story.
  • While visually improved, the narrative lacks the originality and impact of the first 'Heroes'.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Heroes Reborn were largely divided. Many fans of the original series expressed disappointment, finding the new installment to be a pale imitation with weaker characters and storylines. Some appreciated the nostalgia and the introduction of new powers, but the overall sentiment was that it didn't recapture the excitement and intrigue of the first 'Heroes' seasons.

Fun Fact

The miniseries was conceived as a way to reboot the 'Heroes' franchise after the original series was canceled due to declining ratings and critical reviews, aiming to attract both old and new fans with a fresh start.

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