Human Target

Human Target

He's a guardian. Not an angel

Created by Jonathan E. Steinberg

On FOX

2010–20112 seasons25 episodes60 min7.3 / 10

A high-octane action drama built on the premise of a skilled bodyguard protecting endangered clients, balancing spectacle with character-driven stakes.

It takes a brave, selfless man to make himself a "human target" in order to save the lives of those in danger. Based on the popular DC Comics comic book and graphic novel, Human Target is a full-throttle action drama centered on Christopher Chance, a unique private contractor/security expert/bodyguard hired to protect.

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Questions people ask

  • Is Human Target violent? Yes, very. More violent than 92% of series.

  • Is Human Target scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 73% of series.

  • Is Human Target sad? Not especially. Less sad than 63% of series.

  • Is Human Target easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Does Human Target leave you hopeful? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

These describe how the series comes across across its whole run, compared with other well-known series. They are not a content list — nothing here was counted or checked episode by episode, so for age-suitability or specific content use a classification board or a dedicated content-warning service.

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52/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity55

How unlike any other series this one feels

Surprise57

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love45

How much audiences actually like it

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Everything like Human Target, and what each one shares →

Like Human Target

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as Human Target

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Human Target, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Human Target, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Human Target, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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