Nasreen "Naz" Pouran Nasreen "Naz" Pouran is a special FBI agent and the head of the CJC, the FBI's secret department dedicated to investigating crimes related to the use of the mysterious drug NZT-48. She is portrayed as a sharp, methodical, and 'by the book' agent, who is always looking for ways to bring down those who use NZT for personal gain.
Naz is first introduced in the pilot episode, "Pilot", where she recruits Brian Finch to help the FBI track down the source of NZT. She is initially skeptical of Brian's claims of being able to access 100% of his brain, but eventually comes to believe him and becomes his boss. Throughout the series, Naz's relationship with Brian is complex, as she is torn between her duty to the FBI and her loyalty to Brian, who she grows to care for deeply.
In "Badge! Gun!", Naz is forced to defend Brian to the FBI when his behavior becomes erratic after he takes an overdose of NZT. She tries to cover up his mistakes and protect him from scrutiny, but eventually realizes that she must tell the truth about what happened. This puts her in a difficult position, as she must choose between her loyalty to Brian and her responsibility to the FBI.
In "The Legend of Marcos Ramos", Naz helps Brian track down a dangerous criminal who has access to NZT. She shows her strategic thinking and her ability to work under pressure, as she comes up with a plan to catch the criminal before he can cause any more harm.
In "Page 44", Naz becomes suspicious of Brian's behavior after he takes NZT without her permission. She sends him to see Dr. Black, a psychiatrist who specializes in NZT addiction, and she tells him that he cannot work for the FBI until he has completed the course of treatment. This episode shows Naz's concern for Brian's well-being, as well as her willingness to take decisive action when necessary.
In "Personality Crisis", Naz and Brian work together to catch a group of thieves who are using NZT to pull off elaborate heists. She shows her dedication to her job and her commitment to taking down those who use NZT for personal gain.
In "Side Effects May Include...", Naz is faced with a difficult decision when she discovers that Brian has been secretly taking NZT to help his sick father. She realizes that she must report Brian's actions to her superiors, but she struggles with the knowledge that doing so will ruin his career and his life.
In "Stop Me Before I Hug Again", Naz is confronted with the consequences of her decisions, as Brian's father threatens to press charges against the FBI for their treatment of his son. She must balance her loyalty to the FBI with her desire to protect Brian from his father, and she ultimately decides to help Brian continue to work for the FBI.
In "This Is Your Brian on Drugs", Naz works with Brian to catch a dangerous drug lord who is using NZT to stay ahead of the law. She shows her determination and her willingness to take risks in order to bring down criminals.
In "The Assassination of Eddie Morra", Naz's loyalty to the FBI is put to the test when she is forced to choose between protecting her team and protecting her job. She ultimately decides to do what is right, even if it means putting her career on the line.
In "Headquarters!", Naz is faced with a crisis when her niece is kidnapped by criminals who are using NZT. She shows her fierce determination and her willingness to take risks in order to save her family.
In "When Pirates Pirate Pirates" of the TV show "Limitless", Naz is shown to have a softer side as she interacts with her daughter and niece. The episode revolves around a pirate-themed scavenger hunt, during which Naz's niece, Mitra, is kidnapped by a group of pirates. Brian Finch, who is under the influence of NZT, helps Naz and her team to rescue Mitra and solve the case. Naz is initially hesitant to involve Brian in the case, as he is not an official member of her team. However, she eventually agrees to work with him, and together they are able to gather clues and track down the kidnappers. Throughout the episode, Naz shows her maternal side as she interacts with her daughter Ava and her niece Mitra, who she clearly cares deeply about.
In "The Sinister Urge," Naz is shown to have a complicated relationship with Senator Eddie Morra, who is also on NZT. She is torn between her duty to the FBI and her loyalty to Morra, who has helped her career in the past. This episode also reveals that Naz has been keeping files on NZT and Rebecca's father, Conrad, which suggests that she may be more involved in the NZT operation than she lets on. In "Brian Finch's Black Op," Naz and her team are tasked with investigating a black ops mission that Brian was involved in while on NZT. She is initially skeptical of Brian's claims that he was acting under duress, but eventually comes to believe him and helps him clear his name. In "Side Effects May Include…," Naz is faced with a difficult decision when she learns that Brian has been taking NZT without a prescription. She is torn between her duty to the FBI and her loyalty to Brian, and ultimately decides to cover up his illegal use of the drug in order to protect him.
In "Stop Me Before I Hug Again," Naz works with Brian and Rebecca to investigate a serial killer who is targeting people on NZT. She is able to use her knowledge of the drug to help them track down the suspect and prevent further murders. In "Finale: Part One!", Naz is shown to be working closely with Morra to bring down the shadowy organization that is responsible for the NZT operation. She is willing to take risks and make difficult choices in order to achieve her goal.
In "Finale: Part Two!!," Naz is forced to confront the consequences of her actions as the truth about the NZT operation is exposed to the public. She is shown to be a complex and nuanced character, who is willing to do whatever it takes to protect her family and her country, even if it means sacrificing her own career and reputation.
Appearances[]
Limitless[]
Season 1[]
- "Pilot"
- "Page 44"