Person of Interest (2011)
Kernel Score: 89% · 1,966 ratings
Genres: Drama, Action & Adventure, Crime, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
First aired: 2011-09-22
Seasons: 5 · 103 episodes
Where to watch Person of Interest
- Stream: Prime Video, Peacock
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
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.
Person of Interest parents' guide: ages 12+
Parents need to know that Person of Interest is a TV-14 crime thriller involving vigilante justice and surveillance to prevent violent crimes.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Series involves preventing violent crimes and physical confrontations with criminals.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-14 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Jim Caviezel as John Reese
- Michael Emerson as Harold Finch
- Kevin Chapman as Lionel Fusco
- Amy Acker as Root
- Sarah Shahi as Sameen Shaw
Person of Interest FAQ
Is Person of Interest good?
Person of Interest has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,966 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Person of Interest?
In the US you can stream Person of Interest on Prime Video and Peacock and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is Person of Interest OK for kids?
Person of Interest is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 12+. Parents need to know that Person of Interest is a TV-14 crime thriller involving vigilante justice and surveillance to prevent violent crimes.
What shows are like Person of Interest?
If you liked Person of Interest, try Marvel's Daredevil, Watchmen, Marvel's The Punisher and 9-1-1.