“Person of Interest” (2011) is a science fiction crime drama television series that aired on CBS, created by Jonathan Nolan. The show blends elements of espionage, artificial intelligence, and procedural drama, offering a unique and thought-provoking narrative.

The series revolves around Harold Finch (played by Michael Emerson), a reclusive billionaire and software programmer who has developed a highly advanced artificial intelligence known as The Machine. The Machine is designed to analyze vast amounts of data to predict potential threats to national security. It categorizes these threats into two types: “relevant” threats (which could harm national security) and “irrelevant” threats (which involve individual lives but do not affect national security).

John Reese (played by Jim Caviezel) is a former CIA operative who has been presumed dead but is living in hiding. Finch recruits Reese to act as a vigilante, using The Machine’s predictions to prevent violent crimes and protect those identified as “irrelevant” threats. Reese, with his combat skills and intelligence, partners with Finch to track down and stop criminals before they can harm their intended targets.

The show is known for its intricate plotting, combining a procedural format with overarching storylines involving espionage, government conspiracies, and the ethical implications of artificial intelligence. As Reese and Finch work together, they face various challenges, including adversaries with their own agendas and an ever-growing list of enemies.

Taraji P. Henson plays Detective Joss Carter, a dedicated NYPD detective who becomes an ally to Reese and Finch, though she is initially unaware of their true identities. Kevin Chapman portrays Detective Lionel Fusco, another NYPD detective who is manipulated by Reese into helping with their operations. The dynamics between these characters add depth to the series, as they navigate their personal and professional challenges.