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Two main characters essentially combine into Batman. Maybe Finch is a bit of Alfred as well

Creator of the show is Chris Nolan's brother. That should tell you everything (including the choice of John Reese / Jim Caviezel, who resembles Christian Bale not just in looks but acting too)

Caviezel did a decent job in the show (for what it was) but once you see/hear him speak his mind outside of the industry, it ruins it for you.

It's a buddy comedy

And the woman (from buffy) (don't recall her name).

And of course Elias