“Heroes Reborn,” the limited series follow-up to the hit 2006 NBC show “Heroes,” will debut at the Toronto International Film Festival ahead of its television premiere, the network announced Thursday.
From original series creator/executive producer Tim Kring the 13-episode event series chronicles the lives of ordinary people who discover they possess extraordinary abilities.
The series stars Jack Coleman, Zachary Levi, Robbie Kay, Kiki Sukezane, Ryan Guzman, Gatlin Green, Henry Zebrowski, Judith Shekoni, Danika Yarosh and Rya Kihlstedt. The Festival will feature the series premiere of episode 1: “Brave New World” and episode 2: “Odessa.” The show will make its television debut on Sept. 24.
“Heroes Reborn” is one of several programs being spotlighted at the annual film festival, with directors like Jason Reitman, Morgan Neville, and Fabrice Gobert also bringing new series to screen for attendees.
The program will include Q&A sessions with show creators following the screenings.
The 40th Toronto International Film Festival runs September 10 to 20, 2015.