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Person of Interest

  • TV Series
  • 2011–2016
  • TV-14
  • 43m
IMDb RATING
8.5/10
198K
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Jim Caviezel and Michael Emerson in Person of Interest (2011)
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An off-the-grid and presumed-dead former CIA agent, John Reese, is hired by a mysterious tech billionaire software genius, Harold Finch, to prevent violent crimes before they happen in New Y... Read allAn off-the-grid and presumed-dead former CIA agent, John Reese, is hired by a mysterious tech billionaire software genius, Harold Finch, to prevent violent crimes before they happen in New York City via an advanced surveillance software.An off-the-grid and presumed-dead former CIA agent, John Reese, is hired by a mysterious tech billionaire software genius, Harold Finch, to prevent violent crimes before they happen in New York City via an advanced surveillance software.

  • Creator
    • Jonathan Nolan
  • Stars
    • Jim Caviezel
    • Taraji P. Henson
    • Kevin Chapman
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.5/10
    198K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    226
    12
    • Creator
      • Jonathan Nolan
    • Stars
      • Jim Caviezel
      • Taraji P. Henson
      • Kevin Chapman
    • 619User reviews
    • 62Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy
      • 9 wins & 24 nominations total

    Episodes103

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    Jim Caviezel
    Jim Caviezel
    • John Reese
    • 2011–2016
    Taraji P. Henson
    Taraji P. Henson
    • Detective Jocelyn 'Joss' Carter…
    • 2011–2015
    Kevin Chapman
    Kevin Chapman
    • Detective Lionel Fusco
    • 2011–2016
    Michael Emerson
    Michael Emerson
    • Harold Finch…
    • 2011–2016
    Amy Acker
    Amy Acker
    • Root…
    • 2012–2016
    Sarah Shahi
    Sarah Shahi
    • Sameen Shaw
    • 2013–2016
    John Nolan
    John Nolan
    • John Greer
    • 2013–2016
    Enrico Colantoni
    Enrico Colantoni
    • Carl Elias…
    • 2011–2016
    Robert John Burke
    Robert John Burke
    • Officer Patrick Simmons
    • 2012–2016
    Al Sapienza
    Al Sapienza
    • Detective Raymond Terney
    • 2011–2015
    Boris McGiver
    Boris McGiver
    • Hersh…
    • 2012–2014
    Brett Cullen
    Brett Cullen
    • Nathan Ingram
    • 2011–2016
    Clarke Peters
    Clarke Peters
    • Alonzo Quinn
    • 2012–2013
    David Valcin
    David Valcin
    • Scarface…
    • 2011–2015
    John Doman
    John Doman
    • Senator Ross Garrison
    • 2014–2016
    Paige Turco
    Paige Turco
    • Zoe Morgan
    • 2011–2015
    Jay O. Sanders
    Jay O. Sanders
    • Special Counsel
    • 2012–2014
    Brennan Brown
    Brennan Brown
    • Special Agent Nicholas Donnelly
    • 2012–2013
    • Creator
      • Jonathan Nolan
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    Reviewers say 'Person of Interest' is acclaimed for its innovative mix of crime, sci-fi, and ethical dilemmas, featuring a machine predicting crimes. The show is celebrated for its intricate characters, especially Harold Finch and John Reese, and their dynamic relationships. Central themes include surveillance, technology ethics, and the balance between security and privacy. High-tech intrigue, action scenes, and thought-provoking narratives are highlighted. Some praise the series' evolution, with enhanced character arcs and interconnected plots. Criticisms include plot inconsistencies, certain character developments, and technological concept execution. Overall, 'Person of Interest' is regarded as an intelligent, thrilling, and emotionally resonant series that explores the implications of technology and human nature.
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    9kuashie

    You are being watched, the machine.

    This is a cleverly made series with a kick ass plot, interesting acting and character and a very bad-ass hero. This series keeps you at the edge of your seat throughout, since its concept broadens the paths the series can take.

    The premise of the show is kept intact unlike some other shows that are too afraid to stick to premise. Past and present events are placed well and strategically thus leaving no room for plot holes. There are a lot more good parts to it, but I leave it here.

    Season 1 is good, season 2,3,4 are better. This show is definitely worth you time because it is delivered in every kind of flavor.
    8Supermanfan-13

    Underrated!

    Person of Interest was such a great show! It will hook you from the first episode and hold you at the edge of your seat for the entire series. Just about every episode was good. Just read through the reviews to see how loved this show was. It's not your average procedural tv show, it's so much better! If you haven't seen this show yet, do yourself a favor and go watch it as soon as possible!
    9aks5592

    Abrams' Genius meets Nolan's Class

    With Jonathan Nolan and J.J. Abrams at the helm, I had great expectations from this show and it delivered in the best possible way. 'Person of Interest' is a sophisticated, intriguing, intense thriller with an exciting plot that kept me on the edge of my seat. After '24', this is probably the only show that stands out in this genre.

    Jim Caviezel (Reese) plays an ex-CIA hit-man (which itself sounds cool) who is a tough guy but at the same time has strong feelings for his dead girlfriend which he tries to suppress. Michael Emerson, who we know as 'Benjamin Linus' from 'Lost', plays a scientist who hires Reese to do his dirty work. Emerson, who is known to play complex characters, keeps up his end of the bargain by giving a flawless performance. Even though the show has just began, I can see Jim and Emerson sharing great on-screen chemistry in the future (hopefully there is one).

    There is a vast difference between writing a screenplay for a movie and a TV episode. But, that did not matter since, Johnathan Nolan, making his debut in the TV industry, had great help in the form of Abrams, who has been doing this day in, day out for so many years. Apart from the talented writing, the show also showcased some riveting action sequences, good editing and awesome visuals. The surveillance cam shots added another dimension to this show.

    'Person of Interest' has a lot of potential and I would hate to see it become just another crime show. I hope it continues to impress and gets a renewal soon.
    8Rob1331

    This was such a great show!

    As most people have already said on these reviews, Person of Interest was such a underrated show. It follows former CIA agent John Reese (Jim Caviezel), who's presumed dead, and billionaire tech genius Harold Finch (Michael Emerson) as the join forces to fight criminals. Finch created a computer system that recognizes patterns to determine violent crimes before they happen and these two try to stop them. It will hook you from the first episode and hold you at the edge of your seat for the entire series. Every episode is thrilling and worth watching. Just read through the reviews to see how loved this show was. It's not your average procedural tv show, it's so much better. If you haven't seen this show yet, do yourself a favor and go watch it as soon as possible!
    9tmcdaniel1

    Simply well done

    It is hard to do something fresh or different in this genre. I've found, usually, it is either writing or chemistry that produces success. This show has both (at least in the pilot). Cav can carry the weight of holding one's attention for an hour. He's proved that in spades.

    I see this (so far) as Bourne Identity meets Minority Report but, done in a lower key with Cav as the focus not Tom Cruise (that indicates a lower key right away!).

    Storyline? Plausible. That's enough of a base for the rest of the team to do something special. If the other five episodes (currently sold) are as good as the pilot, I predict it will be a memorable season.

    That doesn't mean it will run longer. We've all see very well done efforts that didn't make it past a season. They appear, years later, strung together like strings of pearls (on a cable channel).

    Then we weep for for might have been. However, the quality effort will shine through always.

    My fingers are crossed for more than one season. I think the ingredients have all been shown as being present. That is what scares me a bit. The networks have a habit of taking something this good and moving all over the schedule until they've lost its audience.

    I hope this doesn't happen and I wish the team the very best of LUCK, because mere TALENT is only part of the recipe.

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    • Trivia
      Harold Finch's (portrayed by Michael Emerson) fiancee, Grace Hendricks (recurring, seasons 1-3,5) is portrayed by Michael Emerson's real-life wife, Carrie Preston.
    • Goofs
      The characters manage to get around New York faster than they should, even though New York City traffic would be busy.
    • Quotes

      Harold Finch: [Opening narration from Season One] You are being watched. The government has a secret system, a machine that spies on you every hour of every day. I know because I built it. I designed the machine to detect acts of terror but it sees everything. Violent crimes involving ordinary people, people like you. Crimes the government considered "irrelevant." They wouldn't act, so I decided I would. But I needed a partner, someone with the skills to intervene. Hunted by the authorities, we work in secret. You'll never find us, but victim or perpetrator, if your number's up... we'll find *you*.

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    • Release date
      • September 22, 2011 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • UK Channel 5 site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • P.O.I
    • Filming locations
      • Silvercup Studios East, Long Island City, Queens, New York City, New York, USA(Studio)
    • Production companies
      • Kilter Films
      • Bad Robot
      • Warner Bros. Television
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    • Runtime
      43 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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