General Information

Glossary: H
First Air Date: September 25th, 2006
Last Air Date: February 8th, 2010
Created By: Tim Kring
Star Casts: Zachary Quinto, Masi Oka, Hayden Panettiere, Adrian Pasdar, Sendhil Ramamurthy, Milo Ventimiglia, Ali Larter, Robert Knepper, Jack Coleman, James Kyson, Greg Grunberg, Cristine Rose
Aired On: NBC
Episode Runtime: 43 minutes
Total Seasons: 4 Seasons
Total Episodes: 78 Episodes
Type: Scripted
Status: Canceled
Homepage: NBC - Heroes

Last Updated: Mon, 04 Mar 2024 10:32:07 +0000

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Heroes


Common people discover that they have super powers. Their lives intertwine as a devastating event must be prevented.

Seasons and Episodes

Specials (55 Episodes)

1: Unaired Pilot - Aired: 2006-07-21

This unaired pilot, a full 72 minutes as shown at Comic-Con in 2006, was later cut to a shorter version, simply titled In His Own Image. That version would eventually be trimmed to become what is now Genesis. The original intent of the unaired pilot was to have multiple chapters per episode, hence the actual episode itself does not have a formal name.

3: Going Postal - A Nifty Trick - Part 1 - Aired: 2008-07-14

Two men from the Company confront mail carrier Echo De Mille who discovers his ability to manipulate sound. Echo severely injures one of them in self-defense.

4: Going Postal - The House Guest - Part 2 - Aired: 2008-07-21

Echo goes home to protect his girlfriend Gina, but a superpowered man from the Company—the "Constrictor", whom Echo had met earlier—arrives for another showdown with Echo.

5: Going Postal - Let's Talk - Part 3 - Aired: 2008-07-28

Echo sends Gina away and confronts those who are targeting him, but things do not go as he had expected.

6: Destiny - Let Us Pray - Part 1 - Aired: 2008-11-11

Santiago discovers his abilities.

7: Destiny - Intervention - Part 2 - Aired: 2008-11-18

Believing his powers are divine, Santiago uses them to help people. But when a woman betrays him, he is captured by a secret organization.

8: Destiny - Capture - Part 3 - Aired: 2008-11-25

Santiago's captors have a mission for him that he can't refuse.

9: Destiny - Escape - Part 4 - Aired: 2008-12-02

Santiago finds freedom in the sanctuary of family.

10: The Recruit - Private Mills - Part 1 - Aired: 2008-12-16

Rachel Mills survives the Pinehearst explosion.

11: The Recruit - It Was Nothing - Part 2 - Aired: 2008-12-23

The squad of marines inject themselves with the serum.

12: The Recruit - We Do What We Have To Do - Part 3 - Aired: 2008-12-22

No overview available.

13: The Recruit - Day of Reckoning - Part 4 - Aired: 2008-12-22

Angela asks about Rachel's mother's death and where Rachel was found after the Pinehearst incident. Rachel relives escaping from Pinehearst, but denies being special.

14: The Recruit - The Truth Within - Part 5 - Aired: 2008-12-29

Rachel is released, armed with a newfound power.

15: Hard Knox - Choices - Part 1 - Aired: 2008-12-29

Matt Parkman wants street thug Knox to go straight, but it's not so easy.

16: Hard Knox - Get Straight - Part 2 - Aired: 2008-12-29

Matt Parkman tries to convince Knox to leave gang life, while Knox's crew watches from a distance.

17: Hard Knox - Fear - Part 3 - Aired: 2009-01-05

Knox's crew leader tries to kill Knox, and Knox finds his abilities to feed off fear and kills the crew leader.

18: Hard Knox - The Main Man Now - Part 4 - Aired: 2009-01-12

Knox's crew gets a new boss.

19: Nowhere Man - Puppet Master - Part 1 - Aired: 2009-04-20

With a new identity from Claire, Puppetmaster Eric Doyle tries to settle into a new life by working at Copy Kingdom.

20: Nowhere Man - Statement of Character - Part 2 - Aired: 2009-04-27

Doyle's self-control is shattered by his boss.

21: Nowhere Man - Pulling the Strings - Part 3 - Aired: 2009-05-05

With his prospects for a normal life fading, Doyle takes matters into his own hands.

22: Nowhere Man - A New Beginning - Part 4 - Aired: 2009-05-05

No overview available.

23: Episode 2x11 'Powerless' Alternate Ending

No overview available.

24: The Alternate Ending...And All That Would Have Been

No overview available.

25: Untold Stories From Episode 2x12

No overview available.

26: Untold Stories From Episode 2x13

No overview available.

27: Going Postal: Official NBC Trailer

No overview available.

28: Slow Burn Part 1 - Aired: 2009-09-28

No overview available.

29: Slow Burn Part 2 - Aired: 2009-10-05

No overview available.

30: Slow Burn Part 3 - Aired: 2009-10-12

No overview available.

31: Slow Burn Part 4 - Aired: 2009-10-19

No overview available.

32: Slow Burn Part 5 - Aired: 2009-10-26

No overview available.

33: Slow Burn Part 6 - Aired: 2009-11-03

No overview available.

34: Slow Burn Part 7 - Aired: 2009-11-09

No overview available.

35: Slow Burn Part 8 - Aired: 2009-11-16

No overview available.

36: Slow Burn Part 9 - Aired: 2009-11-23

No overview available.

37: Slow Burn Part 10 - Aired: 2009-11-30

No overview available.

38: Heroes Premiere Party

No overview available.

39: Heroes Unmasked Part 1 - Aired: 2007-07-25

A behind-the-scenes documentary series showing the making of "Heroes" (2006/II).

40: Heroes Unmasked Part 2 - Aired: 2007-07-25

A behind-the-scenes documentary series showing the making of "Heroes" (2006/II).

41: Deconstructing Sylar

No overview available.

42: Genetics of a Scene

No overview available.

43: Kensei Documentary

No overview available.

44: The Drucker Files

No overview available.

45: s02 Extras - A New Beginning

No overview available.

46: Larry King Live with the Heroes Cast

No overview available.

47: Season 2 - Tim Sale Gallery of Screen Art

Screen Art Viewing Bonus from Season 2

48: The Making of Heroes

Bonus Feature off Heroes Season 1 DVD that depicts the origin of the show and how it all came together.

49: The Super Powers of Heroes

No overview available.

50: The Prop Box

No overview available.

51: Completing The Scene

No overview available.

52: The Writer's Forum

No overview available.

53: Allan Arkush - Shooting Scenes for Feudal Japan

No overview available.

54: Milo Speaks!

No overview available.

55: Heroes Revolution

No overview available.

56: Countdown to Season 3 - Aired: 2008-09-22

Before the third season premiere, a brief recap of Seasons 1 and 2 and interviews with the cast at the premiere party is shown.

Genesis (23 Episodes)

1: Genesis - Aired: 2006-09-25

As a total eclipse casts its shadow across the globe, a genetics professor in India is led by his father's disappearance to uncover a secret theory -- there are people with super powers living among us. A young dreamer tries to convince his politician brother that he can fly. A high school cheerleader learns that she is totally indestructible. A single mother struggles to make ends meet to support her young son and discovers that her mirror image has a secret. A gifted artist, whose drug addiction is destroying his life and relationship with his girlfriend, can paint the future. And in Japan, a young man develops a way to stop time through sheer will power. Yet, unbeknownst to them all, their ultimate destiny is nothing less than saving the world...

2: Don't Look Back - Aired: 2006-10-02

Outside a bizarre, gruesome crime scene, Los Angeles beat cop Matt Parkman is the only one who can hear the cries of a missing little girl. Claire almost reveals her secret ability to the entire school after learning that her injury attempt tape has disappeared. Thinking she's going crazy, Niki loses another block of time after waking to find some brutally murdered thugs in her garage, only to be confronted by Social Services about son Micah. While office drone Hiro investigates New York, Nathan confronts Peter following his plunge off a building.

3: One Giant Leap - Aired: 2006-10-09

As the "Heroes" continue to test their newfound extraordinary abilities, Claire tries to maintain a normal social life when a romance with the football quarterback takes a tragic turn. While Hiro convinces his friend that they are destined to travel to America to save the world, a frightened Niki follows instructions from a mysterious, unknown source that directs her to the middle of the desert. Meanwhile, Nathan uses Peter's accident to propel his political campaign. The elusive Sylar is being hunted by both Matt and the FBI, as well as Suresh, whose father's journal leads to potential clues.

4: Collision - Aired: 2006-10-16

Suresh finally tracks down one of his father's fabled genetically advanced "supermen." In Las Vegas, Hiro's plan backfires when he cautiously turns time to his advantage at the gambling tables. Niki's mafia debtors use their leverage to their benefit in a more elaborate scheme, while Nathan pays a personal visit to a wealthy Vegas contributor to raise additional campaign funds. Following a tragic turn at a bonfire, Claire's uncanny healing abilities are put to the ultimate test, but according to Issac's paintings, her future could be fraught with even more peril Meanwhile, Matt's abilities are gauged by a pair of men who seem to know a great deal about people with special gifts.

5: Hiros - Aired: 2006-10-23

Confused after losing track of another block of time, Niki finds the police on her doorstep, searching for her fugitive husband D.L. Hawkins. Claire confesses to her father. Hiro and his friend get jumped by some Vegas high-rollers. Peter receives a life-changing message from an unlikely source. Meanwhile, Matt secretly uses his mind-reading ability to anticipate his wife's needs. Dismayed by recent events, Suresh makes plans to return to India to lay both his father's remains and his research to rest.

6: Better Halves - Aired: 2006-10-30

Hiro and his buddy embark on their heroic journey to New York, when they are stopped by a Vegas high-roller who offers them a deal they can't refuse. As Noah Bennett sets up a meeting for his daughter Claire with her biological parents, she hopes that questions about her newfound indestructibility can be answered. Meanwhile, Isaac receives another confusing call from Hiro, but Peter is there this time to pick up the phone and relay a life-saving message. Suresh bids farewell to Eden as he heads back to India to bury his father. An unexpected visitor shows up at Niki's home.

7: Nothing to Hide - Aired: 2006-11-06

Facing a crisis involving her son Micah, a distraught Niki reveals her recent personal struggles to a friend. Pushing aside his own issues at home, Matt assists Audrey's investigation into another bizarre murder, but their pursuit of mysterious serial killer Sylar takes an unexpected turn. After failing to act like a "superhero" when faced with danger, Hiro questions his heroism. Nathan and his wife Heidi strategize how to win the congressional election. Claire is shocked to learn where her missing tape wound up. Meanwhile, her father is disturbed by news from one of his associates.

8: Seven Minutes to Midnight - Aired: 2006-11-13

Back in India to mourn the passing of his father, Suresh encounters mysterious dreams of the past that force him to question what path to take next. Continuing their journey to New York, Hiro and Ando stop at a diner and meet someone interesting. In crisis, Niki comes to a personal understanding. Determined to see one of Isaac's paintings that Simone recently sold, Peter asks Nathan for help in finding a key to the future. Intent on getting back to her normal life, Claire focuses on Homecoming preparations, unaware of what's to come. Meanwhile, Mr. Bennett and a surprising associate focus their attentions on another "hero."

9: Homecoming - Aired: 2006-11-20

As Mr. Bennet tries to protect his daughter by any means, Claire's high school Homecoming celebration turns into a frightening night for many. Nathan and Simone work together to find Isaac's painting for Peter, but this key to the future could lead to tragedy. Meanwhile, Hiro travels back in time to right an upsetting wrong. As Niki puts a goal in sight, Micah spends time with his dad. Still experiencing strange dreams while in India, Suresh learns of a boy that might pull him back into his father's research

10: Six Months Ago - Aired: 2006-11-27

As the clock turns back six months for all of the "Heroes," Mohinder's father Chandra Suresh arrives in New York to begin his quest to find individuals with extraordinary abilities, and meets someone all to eager to be special. Peter celebrates his graduation from nursing school, and learns that Nathan plans to prosecute a case that could mean trouble for the entire Petrelli family. A surprise visit from her father brings out the worst in Niki. Hiro attempts to be a hero and change the future for someone important. Claire joins the cheerleading squad and makes a curious discovery. Mr. Bennet and the Haitian meet someone special.

11: Fallout - Aired: 2006-12-04

The tragic events in Texas have sad, serious repercussions for many of the "heroes," their families and friends. Meanwhile, shocking details about the moments leading up to Isaac's predicted New York City nuclear bombing are revealed. Later, Issac's newest painting has fascinating future implications for a hero in crisis. Suresh takes the first steps along his new path. Matt and F.B.I. Agent Audrey Hanson pursue a break in the Sylar case. Horrified by Jessica's recent actions, Niki makes a tough decision to protect her family.

12: Godsend - Aired: 2007-01-22

Matt reveals his abilities to his wife. HRG confers with Mohinder. Now that she knows the truth, Claire tries to make sense of her life. Hiro seeks the sword that he is destined to own. Niki must face the consequences of her decision to turn herself in to the police. Simone and Nathan are worried about Peter, who has been in a coma for two weeks. Peter meets a new hero. Micah visits his mother.

13: The Fix - Aired: 2007-01-29

Hiro continues to search for a sword while being chased by mysterious figures. An invisible man named Claude has something to teach one of the heroes. D.L. takes on new family responsibilities, and Matt opens up to his wife. H.R.G. continues to focus on the captive Sylar. Claire seeks out the Haitian and then her birth parents. Mohinder looks for those on the list, and receives a surprise visitor. A psychiatrist offers to help Niki.

14: Distractions - Aired: 2007-02-05

Hiro deals with explaining his new heroic path in life to his ambitious sister and tycoon father. Niki has the chance to reunite with D.L and Micah. Claude's mentoring of Peter leads Peter to question those closest to him. Claire goes to a trailer park looking for her birth mother. Sylar wears a disguise and makes a move against HRG.

15: Run! - Aired: 2007-02-12

Matt enters the private security business and receives an objectionable client. Suresh finds another person on the list. As her home-life worsens, Claire strives to learn more about her birth parents. Hiro and Ando get sidetracked in Vegas again while searching for the sword. Nathan is forced to deal with a secret from his past. Still indebted to Mr. Linderman, Jessica resorts to unsavory methods that could spell doom for a fellow hero.

16: Unexpected - Aired: 2007-02-19

Peter learns that he and Claude may have been betrayed. Matt's reunited with the radioactive Ted Sprague and Hana Gitelman a woman with "wireless" mental abilities. Hiro makes a tough choice about his mission. Claire can no longer hold back her anger towards HRG.

17: Company Man - Aired: 2007-02-26

H.R.G.'s past catches up to him as Matt and Ted Sprague come to Texas looking for answers, and take him, his wife, son and Claire hostage -- leading to a tragic, explosive showdown.

18: Parasite - Aired: 2007-03-05

With the election and New York City's destruction looming, Nathan has a disturbing face-to-face meeting with the shadowy Linderman. Hiro's attempt to steal the sword steers him into a grim new direction. Suresh makes a breakthrough on the list—at great cost. D.L. begins to suspect all is not well at home. Isaac paints his most terrible painting yet. New hero Candice Wilmer makes an illusive debut.

19: .07% - Aired: 2007-04-23

After "helping" Suresh search for more people with special abilities, Sylar's rampage continues with two "heroes" being confronted by the stronger-powered serial killer. Nathan must factor what he's learned from Linderman into difficult decisions that will shape the future, for him, his family, New York City and the world.

20: Five Years Gone - Aired: 2007-04-30

Hiro and Ando's trek into the future leads them to meet some of the heroes as they are five years later, after the nuclear fallout. This includes a darker side of Matt, a Jessica/Niki with a clear winner in their battle, a brown-haired Claire, and a man named Andy, who's a big hearted Texan. It also features an event at an upscale gentleman's club.

21: The Hard Part - Aired: 2007-05-07

Hiro and Ando's determination is put to the test. Nathan wants to win the election and he's taking drastic measures to ensure that he will. This episode will feature Sylar, his home life, and where he came from. Jessica and D.L. discover some of the stuff that Linderman wants from them and Micah. Also there is a new hero who is supposed to be holding the key to stopping Sylar.

22: Landslide - Aired: 2007-05-14

Poised to become a member of Congress and maybe more, Nathan considers the cost to those he loves, along with his mother's advice and Linderman's prophecy. As he prepares to face Sylar to the death, Hiro learns of his lineage from his father. While various "heroes" fatefully arrive in New York City, Peter and Claire attempt to leave the city before the foretold explosion. H.R.G.

23: How to Stop an Exploding Man - Aired: 2007-05-21

Can Sylar be stopped? Will Linderman's vision live on with Nathan? What will it take for Peter to save the world, what sacrifices will be made? With all the horrible predictions unfolding before them the heroes face moments of pain and peril in Kirby Plaza.

Generations (11 Episodes)

1: Four Months Later... - Aired: 2007-09-24

Four months after the events of the showdown between Sylar and Peter, new Heroes emerge. These include brother and sister Alejandro and Maya. Hiro remains in the past, but what will come of this? Someone dies and someone isn't dead. Claire and her father and the rest of their family get a new life.

2: Lizards - Aired: 2007-10-01

Peter falls in with Irish gangsters who know about his past. Hiro works to contain the damage caused by his journey into the past. Kensei's power will be revealed. Suresh locates and cures the Haitian. Matt investigates the murder of Mr. Nakamura. West comes to know of Claire's powers. Maya and Alejandro enter Mexico and find their powers more of a hindrance than a help.

3: Kindred - Aired: 2007-10-08

Suresh finds an undiscovered Isaac Mendez painting that shows someone's death; Maya frees Alejandro from a Mexican jail; in the past Hiro discovers something new about Kensei; and Niki and Micah leave Las Vegas to get away from their past. Claire and West take a little trip.

4: The Kindness of Strangers - Aired: 2007-10-15

Monica starts to exhibit new abilities while working with Micah, Nana, and Damon. Nana is the grandmother of Micah, Monica, and Damon. They all currently reside in New Orleans. Matt asks Molly to locate the man in her dreams. He may be the newest threat to the Heroes. Maya and Alejandro continue their trek to the U.S. Both Claire and her father are suspicious of one another. Angela reveals a lot of her secrets.

5: Fight or Flight - Aired: 2007-10-22

A woman named Elle is searching for Peter. Ando looks for Hiro in the past. Matt looks for the man in Molly's dreams. HRG takes another step in hopes of protecting his family and himself.

6: The Line - Aired: 2007-10-29

Peter goes on a search. West convinces Claire to stand up to someone. Hiro struggles with his feelings for Yaeko. Suresh has more problems with the Company. HRG tries to locate more of Isaac's paintings. Alejandro doesn't trust Sylar.

7: Out of Time - Aired: 2007-11-05

Peter and Caitlin learn about the endstage effects of the Heroes virus. Many of the Heroes work together to fight the Nightmare Man. West is shocked to the identity of Claire's father. Hiro and Kensei's journey comes to an end.

8: Four Months Ago... - Aired: 2007-11-12

The events of the "missing four months" are explored. Maya and Alejandro must go on the run, it is explained how Peter ended up in Ireland and what happened to Nathan, Nikki, and D.L.

9: Cautionary Tales - Aired: 2007-11-19

Mr. Bennet prepares to move his family when he thinks the Company has found them, but Claire doesn't like the idea. Hiro returns to the present and upon discovering his father's death, travels back in time to stop it. Meanwhile, Matt works to master his new mental abilities.

10: Truth & Consequences - Aired: 2007-11-26

Peter travels to Primatech in Texas to destroy the virus, but not everything is what it seems. Hiro continues the pursuit of his father's killer, while Matt pursues the last Company member in the photo. Nikki is reunited with Micah but has bad news, while Maya has to choose to remain with Alejandro, or go with Sylar.

11: Powerless - Aired: 2007-12-03

In Texas, Peter faces off against former friends due to Adam’s misleading story about the Shanti virus. Micah enlists the help of his mother to rescue Monica. Maya is shocked when she learns the truth about her new friend Sylar. Elle tries to make her father proud.

Villains / Fugitives (25 Episodes)

1: The Second Coming - Aired: 2008-09-22

After a look into the future, Nathan's shooter is revealed. Matt chases him and winds up in a desert. Hiro receives an important message from his father. Sylar visits Claire. Maya gives Mohinder an idea for his research. Nathan recovers and gets a visit from Linderman.

2: The Butterfly Effect - Aired: 2008-09-22

Sylar goes to the Company and inadvertently releases 12 super-powered criminals in a fight with Elle. Future Peter tries to fix his mistake. Angela takes over the company. Claire learns more about her powers. Hiro and Ando travel to Paris to track down the speedster who robbed them. Maya discovers that Mohinder's injection has changed him. Matt meats Usutu, an African with a familiar power.

3: One of Us, One of Them - Aired: 2008-09-29

HRG and his new partner go to a local bank heist with four villains; including Peter being trapped in one of them. Hiro and Ando track Daphne to Germany, and meet the Haitian. Tracy Strauss goes to New Orleans to find out more information about Niki. Meredith teaches Claire a lesson about fighting. Usutu shows Matt a series of paintings about him.

4: I Am Become Death - Aired: 2008-10-06

Peter travels to the future and adopts a dangerous ability in order to try to save the world. Meanwhile, Mohinder struggles with his continuing evolution from the formula, and Hiro and Ando re-unite with an old enemy.

5: Angels and Monsters - Aired: 2008-10-13

Claire decides to take on one of the villains herself, but she may not be as invulnerable as she believes. Nathan and Tracy search for the truth about their origins. Maya makes a shocking discovery. Hiro and Ando look for help in the most unlikely places.

6: Dying of the Light - Aired: 2008-10-20

Villains Knox and Daphne are on a quest to recruit Hiro and others to the Pinehearst fold. Angela and the Company are paralyzed from recent events. Peter goes to Pinehearst searching for answers but is stunned to learn who the founder is. Claire and Sandra go on a mission to save Meredith from the clutches of Doyle, a villain with abilities to control people mentally and physically. Nathan and Tracy try to trace their origins with Mohinder's help.

7: Eris Quod Sum - Aired: 2008-10-27

Trapped, Nathan and Tracy must fight to save their lives against Suresh, who has changed dramatically. Elle returns with shocking news for Claire and her family. Meanwhile, Angela tries to convince Sylar to save Peter; Daphne is ordered to kill Matt or she will be killed herself; and Hiro questions Usutu's advice.

8: Villains - Aired: 2008-11-10

Hiro attempts to delve into Arthur Petrelli's past to uncover the mystery behind him creating a rival company Pinehearst and his hatred towards Angela. Sylar stricken by guilt tries to stop his murderous ways with HRG and Elle vying for his blood. Meredith's training goes up in smoke with the arrival of her brother.

9: It's Coming - Aired: 2008-11-17

Nathan learns of his father's plans, while Flint and Knox launch attacks on Hiro, Ando, Peter, and Claire. Meanwhile, Matt tries to revive Angela, Sylar meets with Elle, and Mohinder begins testing of his newest superpower formula.

10: The Eclipse (1) - Aired: 2008-11-24

The eclipse plays havoc with the heroes' powers. Arthur orders Elle and Sylar to bring in Claire. Hiro, Ando, and Matt follow Daphne to her hometown to learn what hold Arthur has on her, and Peter and Nathan travel to the Haitian's hometown to recruit him for the war with Pinehearst.

11: The Eclipse (2) - Aired: 2008-12-01

The eclipse continues to create chaos. Sylar and Elle face HRG's wrath. Peter, Nathan and the Haitian go up against Baron Samedi. Ando, Sam, and Frack try to help Hiro with his memory loss.

12: Our Father - Aired: 2008-12-08

In order to stop Arthur, Hiro and Clair team up and travel back in time to when Kaito gave Claire to H.R.G. Meanwhile, Peter and the Haitian head out to stop Arthur, but are stopped by Sylar and Suresh has a breakthrough with the formula.

13: Dual - Aired: 2008-12-15

Following the showdown against Arthur, Nathan and Peter find themselves pitted against one another, and Nathan makes a decision that will have an effect on the entire world. Meanwhile, Sylar holds Claire, H.R.G., Meredith and Angela hostage at Primatech; Ando, Matt and Daphne try to rescue Hiro and find their only hope may lie in Suresh.

14: A Clear and Present Danger - Aired: 2009-02-02

Three weeks after the destruction of both Primatech and Pinehearst, and the death of Arthur Petrelli, the now-villainous Nathan returns with a vengeance by persuading the U.S. President and the government to round up all people with abilities, leading to Claire, Ando, Hiro, Matt, Peter, as well as Tracy to become fugitives from the people who were their former allies.

15: Trust and Blood - Aired: 2009-02-09

Following a chain of unexpected events, our Heroes are on the run from their latest adversary and one of their own, Nathan Petrelli. After Matt paints a series of prophetic images, the tragic fate of someone close to him is revealed. Elsewhere, Sylar continues his search for his father and encounters a young outcast with information and an ability of his own.

16: Building 26 - Aired: 2009-02-16

Nathan's plans face exposure as Homeland Security begins an investigation under direct orders from the President of the United States. Sylar and Luke embark on a road trip to find Sylar's father, but are secretly being hunted by Nathan's agents. Life gets complicated for the Bennet family as Claire goes into action to protect a young man with abilities from being captured by HRG. Elsewhere, Matt's prophetic images lead Hiro and Ando to India and a mysterious ally comes to the aid of our Heroes

17: Cold Wars - Aired: 2009-02-23

While being held hostage, HRG is subjected to Matt Parkman's unique brand of interrogation, revealing how he became involved with Nathan's government plot to capture those with abilities. Meanwhile, Matt's discoveries bring Peter face-to-face with "The Hunter"

18: Exposed - Aired: 2009-03-02

After receiving a tip from "Rebel", Matt and Peter race to Building 26 to rescue Daphne and recover files that will expose the government's plans for those with abilities. Claire finds help from an unlikely source in smuggling Alex out of the city. As Sylar and Luke continue their road trip, Sylar begins to have memories of his father that lead him to the truth about his mother. Meanwhile, "The Hunter" puts his own agenda into action with an explosive surprise for one of our heroes.

19: Shades of Gray - Aired: 2009-03-09

When Sylar comes face-to-face with his long lost father, the reunion proves to be what he least expected. Elsewhere, after receiving a tip from "Rebel", Claire must decide if she will help her sworn enemy, Eric Doyle, evade capture. Meanwhile, as "The Hunter" plans to uncover the Petrelli family's secrets and take control of Nathan's operation, Matt finds himself in the spotlight and on the verge of leveling Capitol Hill.

20: Cold Snap - Aired: 2009-03-23

HRG convinces Emile Danko, a.k.a. "The Hunter", to release Tracy from Building 26, in hopes that she will lead them to "Rebel". As Angela evades capture, she turns to an old friend for help. In Los Angeles, Hiro and Ando continue on their latest mission from "Rebel" to protect the newest hero.

21: Into Asylum - Aired: 2009-03-30

Now that Nathan’s ability has been revealed and he has lost control of his operation, he and Claire go into hiding in Mexico. With Emile Danko now in control of the government operation, his plan to destroy everyone with abilities is set into motion as he teams up with an unlikely partner. Meanwhile, Angela and Peter seek refuge in a church and begin to mend their broken relationship.

22: Turn and Face the Strange - Aired: 2009-04-06

As Danko spearheads the government operation, someone close to him is put in the line of fire. HRG’s life continues to spiral out of control and his marriage is dangerously close to the breaking point. Meanwhile, Hiro and Ando continue their road trip with a special delivery for Matt Parkman. Elsewhere, Angela Petrelli unearths the demons of her past.

23: 1961 - Aired: 2009-04-13

As Nathan, Claire, Peter and H.R.G. help Angela uncover her past, she reveals the dark secrets that have haunted her for years. Meanwhile, Mohinder learns of his father’s involvement in a long forgotten government operation.

24: I Am Sylar - Aired: 2009-04-20

Sylar continues his unusual partnership and begins to have an unexpected identity crisis. Hiro and Ando take measures toward bringing down Building 26. Meanwhile, Matt’s new found fatherhood changes his priorities. Elsewhere, Nathan sets a plan in motion to right the wrongs of his government operation.

25: An Invisible Thread - Aired: 2009-04-27

Nathan faces off against Sylar to keep him from meeting the President. Sylar has his own plans for his new partner. Meanwhile, Hiro learns that there are repercussions to regaining his ability. Elsewhere, Matt is forced to go to extraordinary lengths to protect his future with his family.

Redemption (19 Episodes)

1: Orientation - Aired: 2009-09-21

Six weeks after Matt and the others wiped Sylar's mind, the Heroes attempt to go on living normal lives. We are introduced to "family" of carnies with abilities. Angela Petrelli and H.R.G. are in the works of restoring The Company while Claire makes new "friends" at school. Tracy is still hunting everyone from Building 26. Meanwhile, Hiro and Ando start a "Heroes for Hire" business.

2: Jump, Push, Fall - Aired: 2009-09-21

Claire and her new friend Gretchen investigate the death of Claire's roommate Annie, while Noah comes to Peter for assistance. Samuel and Edgar recover the compass, Hiro realizes his new destiny, and Matt is tormented with mental images from a dangerous foe.

3: Ink - Aired: 2009-09-28

Peter faces unexpected consequences for his heroic acts and encounters a reluctant new hero. As Claire continues to adjust to college life, she must figure out how to deal with her ability having been revealed. Meanwhile, Samuel moves heaven and earth to recapture the memories of his late brother Joseph. Elsewhere, Matt struggles with his internal demons as Sylar mysteriously resurfaces.

4: Acceptance - Aired: 2009-10-05

As "Nathan" starts displaying new powers, he has visions of an incident from his past involving a young girl and decides to investigate. Hiro tries to save a co-worker and learns a truth about himself. Tracy tries to regain her old life and job.

5: Hysterical Blindness - Aired: 2009-10-12

Samuel prepares for new additions to his family, while Lydia warns him of the consequences. Claire discovers that her roommate Gretchen may have a hidden agenda. Meanwhile, Peter finds an unexpected way to connect with Emma, who would prefer to stay distant. Elsewhere, a different side of Sylar emerges as he desperately tries to remember the person he used to be.

6: Tabula Rasa - Aired: 2009-10-19

"Tabula Rasa" is the fifth episode of the fourth season of the NBC science fiction drama series Heroes and sixty-fourth episode overall. The episode aired on October 19, 2009.

7: Strange Attractors - Aired: 2009-10-26

"Strange Attractors" is the sixth episode of the fourth season of the NBC science fiction drama series Heroes and sixty-fifth episode overall. The episode aired on October 26, 2009.

8: Once Upon a Time in Texas - Aired: 2009-11-02

When Hiro travels three years into the past, he has a second chance to save Charlie from the hands of Sylar. However, Samuel’s presence serves to complicate Hiro’s mission even further. Elsewhere, H.R.G.’s past with his Primatech partner is revealed.

9: Shadowboxing - Aired: 2009-11-09

"Shadowboxing" is the eighth episode of the fourth season of the NBC science fiction drama series Heroes and sixty-seventh episode overall. The episode aired on November 9, 2009.

10: Brother's Keeper - Aired: 2009-11-16

Samuel learns just how powerful he can become and takes dangerous measures to reach his full potential. Meanwhile, as Tracy begins to lose control of her ability, one of her own comes in harms way. Elsewhere, Sylar continues his battle with Matt.

11: Thanksgiving - Aired: 2009-11-23

H.R.G. hosts an untraditional Thanksgiving dinner. Elsewhere, the Petrelli family gets a surprise guest at their table. Meanwhile, Samuel continues to hold Hiro hostage, as Lydia goes in search for the truth.

12: The Fifth Stage - Aired: 2009-11-30

H.R.G. hosts an untraditional Thanksgiving dinner. Elsewhere, the Petrelli family gets a surprise guest at their table. Meanwhile, Samuel continues to hold Hiro hostage, as Lydia goes in search for the truth.

13: Upon This Rock - Aired: 2010-01-04

As Claire becomes immersed into the world of the Carnival, she becomes increasingly suspicious of Samuel's motives. Hiro is on a mission to rescue one of his own, but has difficulty communicating his intentions to Ando.

14: Let It Bleed - Aired: 2010-01-04

"Let It Bleed" is the thirteenth episode of the fourth season of the NBC science fiction drama series Heroes, the seventy-second episode overall. It is the second episode in a back-to-back series return after the 2009 holiday hiatus. The episode aired on January 4, 2010.

15: Close to You - Aired: 2010-01-11

"Close to You" is the fourteenth episode of the fourth season of the NBC science fiction drama series Heroes, and the seventy-third episode overall. The episode aired on January 11, 2010.

16: Pass/Fail - Aired: 2010-01-18

"Pass/Fail" is the fifteenth episode of the fourth season of the NBC science fiction drama series Heroes, and the seventy-fourth episode overall. The episode aired on January 18, 2010.

17: The Art of Deception - Aired: 2010-01-25

"The Art of Deception" is the sixteenth episode of the fourth season of the NBC science fiction drama series Heroes, and the seventy-fifth episode overall. The episode aired on January 25, 2010.

18: The Wall - Aired: 2010-02-01

"The Wall" is the seventeenth episode of the fourth season of the NBC science fiction drama series Heroes, and the seventy-sixth episode overall. The episode aired on February 1, 2010.

19: Brave New World - Aired: 2010-02-08

Everyone bands together to try to stop Samuel from taking the lives of thousands. Peter joins forces with his most unexpected ally to save Emma. Meanwhile, H.R.G.'s life hangs in the balance as he and Claire find themselves trapped underground with oxygen quickly running out. Elsewhere, Hiro starts to come to grips with the decisions he has made and is called into action to help stop a disaster.