Person of Interest (2011)

Synopsis

John Reese, former CIA paramilitary operative, is presumed dead and teams up with reclusive billionaire Finch to prevent violent crimes in New York City by initiating their own type of justice. With the special training that Reese has had in Covert Operations and Finch's genius software inventing mind, the two are a perfect match for the job that they have to complete. With the help of surveillance equipment, they work "outside the law" and get the right criminal behind bars.

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Cast

• Jim Caviezel as John Reese
• Michael Emerson as Harold Finch
• Kevin Chapman as Lionel Fusco
• Taraji P. Henson as Joss Carter
• Amy Acker as Root
• Sarah Shahi as Sameen Shaw
• John Nolan as John Greer
• Enrico Colantoni as Carl Elias
• Robert John Burke as Patrick Simmons
• Al Sapienza as Raymond Terney

If you liked Person of Interest, try

• Arrow
• Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
• Scene of the Crime
• Babylon 5
• Marvel's Daredevil
• Gotham
• MacGyver
• Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion

BingeNext's take

If you’re into smart crime dramas with a sci-fi twist, Person of Interest is a great pick that keeps you hooked with its mix of action and suspense. The show follows John Reese, a former CIA operative thought to be dead, who teams up with a genius billionaire named Finch to stop violent crimes before they happen using high-tech surveillance. It’s perfect for anyone who likes stories about justice served in unconventional ways, with a strong dose of technology and moral questions. The chemistry between Jim Caviezel and Michael Emerson really adds depth to the characters, and the supporting cast brings plenty of energy to the mix. With five seasons and over 100 episodes, it’s a solid binge that balances thrilling action scenes with thoughtful moments, making it feel like you’re right there in the middle of a high-stakes game of cat and mouse in New York City.