• May 11, 2007

NBC Digital Entertainment is gearing up to launch a "making of" Web series tied to its hit fantasy drama "Heroes" later this month. Beginning May 21, fans of the show can expect eight weekly installments of "Inside Heroes" throughout the summer.

The idea behind the original content is to keep fans engaged with the series during its off season, according to Vivi Zigler, executive vice president, NBC Digital Entertainment and New Media.

"Fans of 'Heroes' don't need to wait until next season to enjoy their favorite show," said Zigler. "Being able to interact with rich content all summer long is fun for the user and helps us keep the show brand top of mind."

Also rolling out later this month, visitors to NBC.com will find "Heroes" character profiles, along with new additions to the "Heroes" online graphic novel.

To create "Inside Heroes," the NBC.com crews were given access to the show's producers and production process. The series take fans through visual effects, music, wardrobe, stunts, make-up effects, artwork and the catering that goes into to show.