Season One
The first season of Heroes begins on the day of a solar eclipse. Various people throughout the world discover they have super-human abilities. One man, Mohinder Suresh uncovers his father's secret theory of human evolution to a new degree. Some people discover they can fly, change the space-time continum, heal rapidly, paint the future, and read people's minds among others. How they got their powers is a mystery. How they will use their powers is up to them. One thing, however, is known; their ultimate destiny is nothing less than saving the world…
Episodes
Genesis
Original Air Date: 25 September 2006
The series begins as the different characters discover their abilities, including Claire, the high school cheerleader who can not die, Nathan, a politician whos brother Peter claims he can fly, and other people with super-human abilities; Hiro, Niki, and Isaac. Also introduced is Mohinder, who is following his father's work after his death.
Don't Look Back
Original Air Date: 2 October 2006
Some characters have problems accepting the fact that they are in fact more than human. Hiro is lead to meet a dead Isaac, and realizes he traveled forward in time, and sees the future of New York City; an explosion that consumes the entire city. Matt, a cop who can hear what people say before they say it, is introduced and runs into trouble with his ability. The "villain" of the series is revealed to be Claire's father.
One Giant Leap
Original Air Date: 9 October 2006
Hiro and Ando travel to the US. Nathan publicly upsets Peter for apparent political gain. Claire ends up in an uncomfortable situation and Matt sees a mysterious man with an unknown power. Meanwhile, Mohinder discovers a strange apartment and Niki struggles to take care of Micah.
Collision
Original Air Date: 16 October 2006
Hiro, Ando, Niki, and Nathan all explore their powers in Las Vegas. Mohinder meets with Peter, who changes his opinion of his own power. Claire, seeks revenge. In the end, a message comes from a dark and evil future.
Hiros
Original Air Date: 23 October 2006
Peter receives a life-changing message; Niki is questioned by police about her fugitive husband's whereabouts; Matt's betters his relationship with his wife, Janice, with his power; Claire reveals her secret to her father; Hiro runs into trouble in Las Vegas; and Mohinder questions his father's work.
Better Halves
Original Air Date: 30 October 2006
Before Hiro and Ando head to New York, they are forced to misuse Hiro's power. Claire meets her biological parents. Isaac and Peter are contacted by Hiro and relay the message. Mohinder heads back to India to bury his father. Niki's husbands - D.L.'s power is revealed.
Nothing to Hide
Original Air Date: 6 November 2006
Niki worries when D.L. takes Micah. Matt and Audrey investigate another bizarre murder. Hiro questions his heroism. Nathan and his wife Heidi strategize on the election. Claire is shocked to learn where her missing tape wound up.