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Fifteen years after the finale, Loststar Terry O'Quinn shares an intriguing idea about a revival. The veteran performer was instrumental to the early success of the game-changing ABC series. In his role as the enigmatic Locke, O'Quinn portrayed the one character that many on the island looked to as their hope of surviving and returning home safely.

O'Quinn would remain part of the Lost cast throughout the show's six seasons, including the divisive series finale that premiered in May 2010. That unforgettable final episode has received something of a reclamation in the years since, with viewers and television scholars arguing that the polarizing ending is actually underrated.

During an interview with ScreenRant for Resident Alien season 4, O'Quinn shared his pitch for revisiting Lost. The actor, who recurs as Peter Batch in Resident Alien, was asked about reuniting with former co-star Harold Perrineau on the horror drama From. O'Quinn responds that he hasn't seen the MGM+ series,...

August will be a pretty distressing month for fans of Lost, but those in the U.S. have nothing to worry about — yet. The award-winning series remains one of the greatest of all time, having impacted numerous subsequent TV projects and popular culture at large. Comprising six seasons and 121 episodes, Lost ran from September 22, 2004, to May 23, 2010, and was eventually released on a few streaming platforms, including Netflix. Sadly, the sci-fi drama’s time on the streamer is about to come to an end globally, with only a few months left for subscribers in the U.S. as well.

Netflix acquired the rights to Lost in July 2024, as part of a deal with Disney, covering both the U.S. and worldwide markets. What’s on Netflix has now announced that all six seasons of the series will be removed from the streamer in international regions on August 15, as the last day...

One of J. J. Abrams' most acclaimed (and divisive) series is dominating the VOD charts. A new report indicates that Lostis still quiet popular.

Per FlixPatrol, Lost has quietly found a foothold on the video-on-demand charts via iTunes. Lost continues to gain traction, rising two spots in recent days to reach the number ten spot on the list. Currently, the number one spot is held by Superman & Lois, with Rick and Morty and Arrested Development following behind in second and third place, respectively.

Lost premiered in 2004, and quickly it cemented its place as the then-latest television sensation. Created by J. J. Abrams, Jeffrey Lieber, and Damon Lindelof, the latter of whom served as showrunner alongside Carlton Cuse, Lost featured a star-studded ensemble cast who, for various reasons, found themselves stranded on a strange, secluded island filled with all manner of monsters and mysteries. The series' first season kicked off with...

When Lost first hit TV screens in 2004, it instantly became one of ABC’s biggest hits. A plane crash, a mysterious island, and a cast of strangers trying to survive – the show kept viewers on the edge of their seats. But what many don’t know is that Lost didn’t come out of nowhere. The idea actually started with something far simpler: a reality show.

That’s right – ABC wanted a scripted series inspired by the success of Survivor, the hit competition where players are stranded on a remote island. What came next was a creative storm that turned a basic survival idea into one of the most iconic shows in history. Let’s dive deeper!

Survivor, Conan O’Brien, and Tom Hanks’ Cast Away inspired ‘Lost’

Lost completely transformed the TV genre with its high-stakes drama and gripping visuals. But how it came to be also had its own interesting story.

It's now been 15 years since Lost wrapped up its run, concluding on ABC after six seasons. The finale was controversial at the time, and that's not lost on Jin-Soo Kwon actor Daniel Dae Kim, though he personally was satisfied with how it turned out.

On the 15th anniversary of the Lost finale, Kim reflected on the controversy in a conversation with People. While the series left some loose ends for fans to endlessly discuss, Kim feels that the finale still served its purpose in that it brought "closure" to the show's characters. He also admits that he may only "think" that he has an understanding of the ending, but he's nevertheless happy with the finale.

“I think I have some understanding of it," Kim said. "I was able to talk to the showrunners and I enjoyed it. I know it was controversial, but I enjoyed it because it provided closure for the characters,...

The groundbreaking sci-fi show Lost aired its last episode fifteen years ago, but its impact on television is lasting, even after all these years. It entertained viewers for six good seasons before bowing out in 2010.

The show, created by Jeffrey Lieber, J. J. Abrams, and Damon Lindelof for ABC, introduced the audience to the journey survivors of the Oceanic Flight 815 plane crash take through an unknown island to survive. The show was helmed by a diverse cast whose acting prowess and chemistry enhanced the show’s dynamic plot.

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An ensemble of actors of various ethnicities and backgrounds, the show was a vibrant delight. Almost three decades later, fans still think fondly of Lost and its principal cast, who have since had elaborate careers in the entertainment industry. Here is a look at what your favorite Lost actors are up to in 2025.

Matthew Fox Matthew...

When Lost debuted on ABC back in 2004, audiences were plunged into the lives of a group of survivors on a strange island following the wreck of Oceanic Flight 815. One of those individuals was Ethan Rom, a quiet figure who soon revealed himself as one of the show’s earliest mysteries.

Portrayed by William Mapother, Ethan’s short yet unsettling time on screen made a lasting impression on the acclaimed survival drama. So, who is Ethan in the world of Lost, and what makes him stick in the minds of fans years later?

Who Is Ethan Rom in Lost?

Ethan Rom first appears in Lost Season 1, Episode 5, "White Rabbit," slipping effortlessly into the crowd of stranded passengers. What’s both clever and chilling about his arrival is how ordinary he seems at first — reserved, cooperative, and remarkably unremarkable. Still, there’s a faint whisper of something strange, which is a tension series creators J.J. Abrams,...

CBS’s Matlock episode 15 left fans with a major cliffhanger. Unfortunately, the series is taking a three-week break and won’t return until after March Madness with answers to what’s really going on. Episode 16, “The Johnson Case,” will air on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 9pm.

The one-hour drama stars Kathy Bates as Madeline Matlock, Skye P. Marshall as Olympia, Jason Ritter as Julian, David Del Rio as Billy, and Leah Lewis as Sarah. Bates, Jennie Snyder Urman, Kat Coiro, Joanna Klein, and Eric Christian Olsen executive produce.

“The Johnson Case” Plot: Olympia tries to impress the partnership board by taking on a complicated murder case. Directed by Kat Coiro and written by Jeffrey Lieber and Tommy Cook.

Leah Lewis, David Del Rio, and Skye P. Marshall in ‘Matlock’ episode 16 Matlock Series Description, Courtesy of CBS:

Matlock stars Emmy and Academy Award winner Kathy Bates as Madeline “Matty” Matlock, a brilliant...

It's hard to imagine that over 20 years have passed since audiences all around the world were first introduced to the diverse group of passengers of the ill-fated Flight 815 in the 2004 cultural phenomenon Lost, a mind-bending sci-fi supernatural series that focuses on the traumatized survivors as they find themselves stranded on a mysterious tropical island in the South Pacific. Touting a stacked ensemble cast led by Matthew Fox, Evangeline Lilly, Josh Holloway, and Naveen Andrews, the smash hit original has widely been regarded as one of the greatest television shows of all time, running for six spellbinding seasons.

Party of Five alum Matthew Fox famously headlined the sci-fi staple, portraying the brilliant-yet-haunted surgeon Jack Shephard, who swiftly emerges as the de facto leader of his fellow survivors and experiences an epic spiritual transformation throughout the course of the acclaimed series. However, it's hard to imagine anyone other than Fox as the capable Jack.

CBS’s Matlock keeps the sports themed names going, following up the “Pregame” episode with “Game Day.” Episode 13, directed by Kat Coiro from a script by Jeffrey Lieber, will air on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 9pm Et/Pt.

The one-hour drama stars Kathy Bates as Madeline Matlock, Skye P. Marshall as Olympia, Jason Ritter as Julian, David Del Rio as Billy, and Leah Lewis as Sarah. Bates, Jennie Snyder Urman, Kat Coiro, Joanna Klein, and Eric Christian Olsen executive produce.

“Game Day” Plot: Olympia hires an outside party to select jurors rather than using Shae, putting the case at risk.

Kathy Bates stars in ‘Matlock’ episode 14

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Matlock stars Emmy and Academy Award winner Kathy Bates as Madeline “Matty” Matlock, a brilliant septuagenarian who achieved success in her younger years and decides to rejoin the workforce at a prestigious law firm where she uses her unassuming...

Quick LinksLost's Unprecedented Success Will Likely Never Be RepeatedThough an Apple TV+ Exclusive, Severance Captures the Right SpiritSeverance Takes an Even Bigger 'Mystery Box' Approach Than LostLost, Severance and Other Mysterious Dramas Live and Die By Their Cast

The following contains spoilers for Severance, Season 2, now streaming on Apple TV+.

Ever since it debuted 20 years ago to unexpected success, networks and studios have been trying to recreate the magic of Lost. While many shows have tried (and failed), Severance on Apple TV+ is the closest thing to a spiritual successor Lost ever had. The workplace dramedy is steeped in mystery and relies heavily on a science fiction premise for its mysteries. It sustains its story without offering up any substantive answers.

For the AppleTV+ series, comic actor and director Ben Stiller received the pilot script from Dan Erickson as a writing sample. Stiller liked the idea and its potential as a workplace "comedy,...

Almost 15 years since it ended, debates still rage about Lost’s final season, and in particular, its finale. For a sizable portion of the fanbase, “The End” felt nothing less than a waste of time that refused to answer the mysteries they’d spent six years investing in, and seemingly proved the writers made up as they went along. Others felt “The End” was a beautiful cap on an all-time great series, prioritizing the character arcs over the mysteries and bringing things to an emotionally satisfying close. Wherever you land, there’s one thing seemingly everyone can agree upon: it’s not Lost’s worst overall episode.

That dishonor goes to “Stranger in a Strange Land,” the ninth episode of Lost’s third season. Even by the standards of a season that saw dwindling ratings and slow plot progression (at least up until the incredible finale), this installment only incrementally...

Despite its legendarily divisive ending, ABC's Losthas still gone down as one of the greatest TV series of all time, setting the standard for "mystery box" shows ever since. Across its six seasons, it boasts some of the most acclaimed and memorable moments in TV history, from its groundbreaking pilot to its infamous flash-forward twist at the end of Season 3. Fans of the series no doubt have different picks for the best season, whether it's Season 1's setup of the island's many mysteries, or Season 3, which opened up the world of the show in all kinds of fantastic ways.

While the show's storyline got weirder and harder to follow in later seasons, Season 4 just might be the series at its very best, an ideal fusion of its island intrigue, high-concept sci-fi, and character development. It features some of the series' biggest payoffs, both from a plot standpoint as well as an emotional one,...

Stephen King has reviewed Apple TV+'s best sci-fi show, making it hard not to believe Lost finally has two perfect replacements. Created by Jeffrey Lieber, J. J. Abrams, and Damon Lindelof, Lost was one of the most expensive TV shows of its time, with its first episode costing more than $14 million. Fortunately, the show's incredible production value and massive roster also offered massive returns after it went on to become one of the most celebrated "mystery box" shows of all time.

Although Lost's ending was divisive, the ABC series is still ranked among the greatest television shows by many viewers and critics. Owing to this, even though many shows have been compared to Lost in the past, not many have been able to match the highs it achieved during its long run. However, as Stephen King's review for Apple TV+'s best sci-fi show suggests, Lost might finally have two worthy competitors,...

Quick Links The Lost Pilot's Development and Filming Was Unprecedented (and Disastrous) The Original Cut of the Lost Pilot Fell Flat with ABC Executives The New Head of ABC Greenlit Lost Out of Desperation for New Shows ABC Went All-Out to Market the New Series, But the Internet Made Lost Succeed

From a lack of belief in the series' premise to its unorthodox origins, Lost was an unlikely hit for ABC when it debuted 20 years ago. The show was only greenlit because of corporate politics in the Walt Disney Company at the time. However, at a time when the industry didn't understand the internet, the early success of Lost can be directly tied to passionate fans who hadn't even seen the show. The concept of Lost came from ABC executive Lloyd Braun who, while on vacation in Hawaii, imagined a scripted version of Survivor with elements of Castaway.

When Braun...

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In the history of television, there are landmark moments that defined the medium and industry. The debut of Lost in 2004 was one such moment, but no one realized it at the time. Everything about the show went against conventional wisdom. In fact, that Lost ever debuted its pilot episode was a miracle because disaster loomed over every step of its development.

A common industry joke in 2004 was that ABC stood for "Already Been Canceled," because the network was often fourth place in ratings. The executive in charge of the network knew his time in the role was limited.

Lost became an instant hit when the series debuted on ABC in 2004. Over two decades later, one of the show's writers, Drew Goddard, addressed the possibility of revisiting the franchise.

Speaking to Variety, Goddard said that while there have been no official discussions about a revival, he will never rule out the possibility. "I loved working on that show so much, and I loved what we did," he explained. "I always feel strongly that I don't want to just do karaoke of the show I used to do. I'd only be interested if we felt like we could do something special and new within the construct of the show. And then some of it just comes down to time and appetite. So there's no plan for it today. But never say never."

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While Lost enjoyed a passionate...

Quick Links J.J. Abrams Used the Lost Pilot as His 'Audition' for Feature Film Directing When Abrams Left Lost, Co-Creator Damon Lindelof Wanted to Quit The Season 1 Finale of Lost Was a Perfect Microcosm of the Show

It's the 20th anniversary of the first season of Lost, and the surprise hit for ABC had a strong fall season on the network. As the show went into the winter holiday hiatus, the mid-season finale introduced both the Others and co-creator J.J. Abrams' biggest contribution to the Lost mythology: the mysterious hatch. One of his first ideas for the show was a mystery meant to carry through that first season. The premise for Lost was actually dreamed up by then-abc president Lloyd Braun, who wanted to create a scripted drama about a group of castaways on an island.

Braun knew he only had one shot to get the show made, because...

As a television show draws to an end, its scriptwriters find themselves confronted with the need to tie up any loose narrative threads for their main characters, in order to provide a fitting conclusion and a satisfactory sense of closure. There's arguably no tidier way to conclude a character's narrative arc than by killing them off, a tried and tested method of storytelling that lends an inimitable air of finality to proceedings. Accordingly, the final season of a television show presents a prime opportunity to kill off its main characters like no other.

While a host of standout shows killed their main characters early in proceedings and still went on to find great success, many of the best television shows ever conceived prefer to save the most prominent character deaths for their last season. Steadily building to some of the greatest series finales of all time, these fatality-loaded final television...

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When Lost debuted on ABC 20 years ago, its popularity was a surprise to everyone from the producers to the studio. A heavily serialized story set on an island with monsters and mystery didn't seem like a formula that would work in the pre-streaming age. One reason the series remains so popular is that many of those big questions seemingly remain unanswered. One of Lost's biggest early mysteries was explained in the pilot episode, but most fans thought it was mistake made by sloppy filmmaking. Before fans even knew about the ghostly island whispers or even what the Smoke Monster was, the questions that kept them tuned in were more personal.

In 2004, Lost debuted on broadcast television, kicking off what would become one of the most popular TV shows ever made. After two decades, the ABC show is having a resurgence thanks to its availability on streaming.

For the week of Oct. 21 through Oct. 27, Lost has ranked at No. 2 on the overall Top 10 chart for Nielsen's U.S. rankings. It was behind only Netflix's The Lincoln Lawyer, which recently returned for a third season. Lost pulled in 1.03 billion minutes viewed across Hulu and Netflix, finding new audiences 20 years past its original premiere on ABC. The Lincoln Lawyer was quite a bit further ahead with 2.20 billion minutes viewed, though Lost still had a comfortable lead over the No. 3 position, which was held by Bob's Burgers with 895 million minutes viewed on Hulu.

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The premise of Sherwood Schwartz's popular 1964 sitcom "Gilligan's Island" is handily explained in its theme song: five passengers check into a three-hour boat tour, run by the skipper and first mate of a tiny tourist boat called the S.S. Minnow. The ship hits some bad weather and is thrown miles off course, landing on an uncharted desert isle. The seven tourists become seven stranded castaways. No phones, no lights, no motorcars, not a single luxury. Like "Robinson Crusoe," it's as primitive as can be. The septet have to learn to live together, usually to comedic effect. 

Gilligan (Bob Denver) was the above-mentioned first mate, and his innocent cluelessness and tendency to bumble often thwarted the castaways' ability to escape. He shared the island with his Skipper (Alan Hale), a professor (Russell Johnson), a pair of married millionaires (Natalie Schafer and Jim Backus), a farmer (Dawn Wells), and a...

The promo for CBS’s Matlock season one episode four shows Madeline needing a little help from the younger generation. Directed by Kat Coiro from a script by Jeffrey Lieber, episode four – “The Rabbit and the Hawk” – will air on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 9pm Et/Pt.

The one-hour drama stars Kathy Bates as Madeline Matlock, Skye P. Marshall as Olympia, Jason Ritter as Julian, David Del Rio as Billy, and Leah Lewis as Sarah. Bates, Jennie Snyder Urman, Kat Coiro, Joanna Klein, and Eric Christian Olsen executive produce.

“The Rabbit and the Hawk” Plot: Olympia tasks Matty with getting close to their client, who is fighting for justice in the wrongful death of his wife.

Leah Lewis as Sarah Franklin, David Del Rio as Billy Martinez, and Kathy Bates as Madeline Matlock in ‘Matlock’ season 1 episode 4 Matlock Series Description, Courtesy of CBS:

Matlock stars Emmy and Academy Award winner Kathy Bates as Madeline “Matty” Matlock,...

Two decades ago, the debut of ABC's Lost might have been the peak of an era of television that has since passed on. It's fitting, because the show about castaways on a magical island was all about letting go and facing change. Yet, even though the producers spent years crafting a definitive ending for the series, some viewers don't really understand Lost. In fairness, however, that's part of the fun. In the new Getting Lost documentary, series co-creator Damon Lindeolf reveals the finale of HBO's The Sopranos inspired them. Specifically, the ambiguity of the ending and creator David Chase's unwavering refusal to try to explain it.

Dealing with themes of identity, forgiveness and even higher philosophical ideas, Lost is a series that's meant to be pondered, not explained like the equation hidden in a math word problem. Some things are meant to be open questions. Was "Dave" ever real,...

Lost is one of the rare shows that completely captured the public consciousness. After the success of the reality TV show Survivor in 2000, the J. J. Abrams, Jeffrey Lieber, and Damon Lindelof-led show featured castaways struggling to survive after suffering through a plane crash and landing on an isolated island. The show began in 2004 and came to an end in 2010 with a controversial episode that seemingly unveiled that every character was dead all along.

Considering how popular the show was earning 16 million viewers for its first season it is easy to imagine that viewers know everything that there is to know about the show. Yet, despite many of the mysteries receiving divisive resolutions, there are some facts that viewers still may not know.

Mr. Eko Was Supposed To Have A Larger Role

Mr. Eko was something of a dropped plot in the later seasons of Lost. Introduced as a...

Lost star Michael Emerson explains the reactions to his casting as Ben Linus on the hit fantasy thriller.

Speaking to TheWrap, Emerson was asked if he had any experiences with fans unloading their personal theories about Lost during his time on the series. "People had their theories, yeah, and they also had their gut reactions and opinions about characters," Emerson responded. "When I first appeared, people would come up and say, 'I'm not watching that show anymore. You've ruined it. It's not the show I want.' And I thought, 'Well, what did you want? Did you think it was Survivor, like, this is a romance about good-looking castaways? No, there's a parable here. There's an allegory. It's good and evil here. We're in an esoteric space. Now, come on.'"

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Although the 2010 finale of Lost left many viewers perplexed about the survivors’ fate, the cast’s real-life whereabouts are much less of a mystery.

With Sunday marking the ABC sci-fi drama’s milestone 20th anniversary, the stars of Jeffrey Lieber, J.J. Abrams and Damon Lindelof‘s hit series — which ran for six seasons from 2004 to 2010 — have gone on to roles in the MCU, Star Wars and other major movies and television shows over the years, plus one even has their own pop music duo.

Read on to see what Matthew Fox, Evangeline Lilly and the other stars of Lost have been up to since the finale.

20 years ago, “Lost” premiered on ABC and made TV history.

The series premiere was already the most expensive TV pilot ever made, but from the moment Jack (Matthew Fox) opened his eye in the pilot created by Damon Lindelof, J.J. Abrams, and Jeffrey Lieber, nothing would ever be the same. Over the course of six seasons and 121 episodes, “Lost” earned Emmys and accolades, amassed a hugely dedicated and intrepid fanbase, and changed the television landscape.

A lot has changed in the two decades since that series premiere. For some, the show’s legacy was tarnished by later seasons and particularly the Season 6 finale (agree to disagree). More troublingly, writers and actors from the “Lost” heyday have spoken out about what they found to be a sexist, racist, and generally toxic work environment. Actor Harold Perrineau was actually speaking honestly about his experiences back when he was still a series regular,...

This article contains discussions of addiction, assault, and mental health.

When the pilot of "Lost" aired on ABC in September of 2004, it became an instant hit for the network and catapulted its sprawling cast to stardom in the process. Created by J.J. Abrams alongside Jeffrey Lieber and Damon Lindelof — the last of whom would eventually become a co-showrunner with Carlton Cuse — "Lost" begins in the immediate aftermath of a massive plane crash on a deserted island, but things quickly get very, very complicated. When Oceanic flight 815 crashes on that island while traveling from Sydney to Los Angeles, the audience is introduced to the survivors ... and throughout the first season, they all get a closer look through flashbacks set before they ever boarded the doomed flight.

I should say this up-front: the cast of "Lost" is huge, so not every single important character will get a spotlight here. As far as the core cast is concerned,...

It’s been almost 20 years to the day since “Lost” premiered on ABC (September 22), which means the drama series created by J.J. Abrams, Damon Lindelof, and Jeffrey Lieber is once again making TV headlines for its major anniversary. To celebrate two decades of a show that undeniably changed the television landscape, TV critics Emily St. James and Noel Murray penned “Lost: Back to the Island,” a series of essays taking readers through the series one episode at-a-time from pilot to finale.

With over 100 essays and 40 that are intentionally longer to add further context to key moments in the series, Murray and St. James mirror the journey of viewers watching “Lost” for the first time. This is not a show whose ending perfectly mirrored the beginning, but it was also not borne of a time when shows like that were the norm. With its chronological analysis, “Back to the Island” illustrates...

Lost is considered one of the biggest and most revered science fiction adventure series of all time. Created by Jeffrey Lieber, J.J. Abrams, and Damon Lindelof, the ABC show was a combination of supernatural, time-traveling, mystery, and character-driven drama, which captivated audiences with its intricate storyline and complex characters.

Lost | Credits: ABC

While its enigmatic plot had enough perplexing mysteries to resolve, one of the show’s most mysterious elements was the character Walt. A boy with psychic abilities, Walt drew the attention of viewers since season 1 but was soon left unattended, raising questions that even the creators admit they were never fully prepared to answer.

Lost Co-Creator Damon Lindelof on the Biggest Unanswered Mystery of the Show Malcolm David Kelley as Walt in Lost | Credit: ABC

Lost’s perplexing plot, set on a mysterious island, has kept viewers on the edge of their seats and sparked countless fan theories and discussions,...

Yellowjackets is the latest mystery must-watch series that is driving fans wild with all of its exciting revelations. Created by Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson, the Showtime series is a mix of horror and drama and it follows a group of highly talented girls high-school soccer team, whose plane crashes deep into the Ontario wilderness, and it quickly becomes a question of life and death for them. Yellowjackets stars Melanie Lynskey, Tawny Cypress, Ella Purnell, Sophie Nélisse, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Sophie Thatcher, Samantha Hanratty, Steven Krueger, Warren Kole, Christina Ricci, and Juliette Lewis. So, if you loved the survival thriller, horror drama, and mystery aspects of Yellowjackets here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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Lost is a sci-fi mystery adventure and survival thriller drama series created by Jeffrey Lieber, J.J. Abrams, and Damon Lindelöf. The ABC series revolves around a group of survivors of...

I know it doesn’t feel like 2004 was 20 years ago, but it was, which means many great TV shows just turned 20 years old.

Seriously, 2004 is a sneaky good year for new TV premieres. Most of the titles on this list of good TV shows turning 20 years old in 2024 were broadcast hits. The cable networks had a decent market share in the early 2000s, but we’re still a decade before the streaming industry changed the TV game.

At this point in TV history, we’re still seven years before the Game of Thrones premiere. Remember that, please!

Let’s get the list started with the best show of 2004!

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Created by Jeffrey Lieber, J. J. Abrams, and Damon Lindelof, Lost premiered on ABC in the fall of 2004. The series told the story of a group of survivors of a plane crash on a mysterious island.

Actor Matthew Fox, best known for his iconic role as Jack Shepherd on the ABC hit Lost, has been cast as the lead in the Max drama series The Assassin. As per a report by Deadline, the series is based on the book series by British novelist Tom Wood, and is being developed by John Glenn, who has served as the showrunner on the popular series' Seal Team and Allegiance. Wood's book series, known as the Victor the Assassin series, began in 2011 with The Killer, and currently totals 11 novels, with a 12th due in November.

The books tell the story of a world-class assassin known only as Victor (to be played by Fox in the series), who goes on the run when he is betrayed by an anonymous client. Not only is he being hunted by his enemies, the CIA and a contract killer are after him as well.

Fire up the barbecue, break out the sparklers, and don’t neglect to soothe your dog, because Fourth of July weekend is here! And what better way to celebrate than by exercising your inalienable right to watch movies and TV?

Since we’ll all be spending this weekend contemplating American independence, it’s a great time for an entertainment that celebrates this country’s rich history and cultural identity. You can fire up a nostalgic movie that remembers an America on the verge of a new era, a docuseries about one of the nation’s most beloved amusements, or a pair of limited series that re-create a momentous episode in US history. Whatever you choose, here’s to life, liberty, and the pursuit of the perfect stream!

A chance to go back: All six seasons of Lostare now here. Created by Jeffrey Lieber, J.J. Abrams, and Damon Lindelof, the influential...

The thrilling pilot episode and complex characters kept audiences hooked on Lost's mystery and drama for six seasons. Matthew Fox's portrayal of Jack as a relatable hero was a major reason for the show's monumental success. Lost's personal touches, timely release, and unique storytelling captured viewers in a pre-streaming era of television.

Javier Grillo-Marxuach, the writer and producer behind one of the biggest TV shows of all time, Lost, has explained why the science fiction adventure show was so popular at the time and why its still so popular 20 years later. In a new piece for Vanity Fair, Grillo-Marxuach, who penned several episodes throughout the first two seasons, puts a lot of Losts success on the pilot episode, which introduced audiences to the passengers of Oceanic Flight 815 and the mysterious tropical island they crash-land on.

Lost attracted an audience because it had a thrilling, high-budget, high-concept pilot that described an irresistible mystery.

It's wild to realize that it's been twenty years already since Lost debuted. First premiering on ABC in 2004, Lost was one of the last big network TV shows, the kind where we gathered around the proverbial watercooler week after week for six seasons to discuss our theories of what it all meant. Just as much as the Jeffrey Lieber, J.J. Abrams, and Damon Lindelof series changed on screen over those 121 wild episodes, it changed even more before a single scene was ever filmed.

Lost's arrival on Netflix is a significant event, as it has won various awards and is ranked among the greatest TV shows of all time. The series is available to stream on Netflix from July 1, 2024, and has six seasons with a total of 118 episodes. Lost's storytelling and mysteries have influenced television, making it a cultural phenomenon and changing the way viewers discuss and engage with TV shows.

During its six-year run on ABC, Lost completely changed the landscape of television, and now that it's streaming on Netflix, audiences can go back and experience it all over again. Created by Jeffrey Lieber, J.J. Abrams, and Damon Lindelof, Lost first premiered in 2004. The series told the story of Oceanic Flight 815 after it crashed on an isolated island, leaving Lost's many characters stranded and seeking safety. However, Lost was not just a survival story. In fact, one part of its...

All six seasons of “Lost,” the cult-classic supernatural show that ended its TV run 14 years ago, are once again streaming on Netflix in the U.S. as of July 1.

The full run of “Lost,” created by J.J. Abrams, Damon Lindelof and Jeffrey Lieber, remains available on Hulu. “Lost” was among the Disney-owned TV shows that Netflix and Disney agreed to share streaming rights to under a deal reached last last year; other shows on both Netflix and Hulu in the U.S. include “Grey’s Anatomy.”

Netflix had originally inked a deal with Disney/ABC for “Lost” in 2009, then Hulu had clawed back exclusive rights in the U.S. in 2018.

“Lost” follows the survivors of Oceanic Air flight 815, flying between Sydney and Los Angeles, that crashes on a mysterious island in the Pacific. Over the course of its six-season run on ABC from 2004-10, “Lost” won multiple awards, including Emmy and...

Lost actor Maggie Grace recently reflected on her role, revealing her exit from the iconic show is "still the worst heartbreak" of her career and that she was "devastated" after her character died in the sixth episode of Season 2. Grace played Shannon Rutherford on the hit ABC drama series.

In an interview with The Independent, Grace admitted she thought her character's arc on Lost still had some way to go, "I thought they were gonna take her a little further," she said. In response to whether she was ready to exit the series, Grace stated, "No! It's still the worst heartbreak of my career. I was devastated." The actor ultimately understood the decision to end Shannon's run, "Well, I mean, I do [Shannon] was sort of a caricature of white privilege before that was a phrase, you know? And maybe I was just too good at my assigned job of being incredibly annoying.

Created by Damon Lindelof, Jeffrey Lieber, and J. J. Abrams, the sci-fi adventure drama Lost has been hailed as one of the greatest TV hits of all time. Following a group of plane crash survivors on a mysterious island, the series captivated audiences over the course of six seasons and won numerous awards along the way, including the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series.

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And it also suffered from what has plagued many greatest TV hits, a controversial finale, leaving fans disappointed and divisive of something that they have followed for years. The series creator Lindelof, however, didn’t take kindly to the criticism and defended the finale as he went on to proclaim that he would never work with the same actors again, something that he later realized was not a great commitment on his part.

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While, Hulu is not as flashy as some of the other streaming services like Netflix, Max, and Disney+, it has a solid library of shows that are both originals and licensed through various studios. Regarding sci-fi shows, Hulu doesn’t have any big names like 3 Body Problem or Westworld, but it makes up for that by carrying some great new and old shows like Devs and The X-Files, which were loved by millions of people. So, we thought of making a list of the best sci-fi TV shows you can find on Hulu right now.

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Fans can revisit the mysteries of Lost by binge-watching the series at its new streaming home. Currently available on Hulu, the show's switch to Netflix will be happening at the start of next month.

On X, Netflix touted the upcoming arrival of Lost on the streaming platform. Posted was an image from the series along with the line of dialogue, "We have to go back." The streamer noted, "Every episode of Lost is coming to Netflix in the US on July 1."

We have to go back.Every episode of Lost is coming to Netflix in the US on July 1. pic.twitter.com/Xr8T8HgKfH Netflix (@netflix) June 1, 2024 2:04

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Lost's groundbreaking plot twists were made possible by establishing early on that nothing was as it seemed. Main characters like Jack, Kate, and Locke defined the essence of Lost and experienced some of the biggest revelations. Twists like Michael's actions, Locke and Sawyer's connection, and the truth about Ethan kept audiences on the edge of their seats.

Lost was a revolutionary TV show that changed the face of television, and part of its magic was the way it created unbelievable twists that were impossible to see coming. The best TV show plot twists share certain elements that make them great, and Lost set itself up to incorporate many twists by establishing early on that nothing in the story was ever what it seemed. Created by Jeffrey Lieber, J. J. Abrams, and Damon Lindelof, the series aired for 6 seasons and is well-remembered for its captivating two-part pilot that is...

Ollie Klubershturf vs. the Nazis features a star-studded ensemble, including Chris Hemsworth, Norman Reedus, and Rachel Nichols. The short film was originally a one-act play written by Lindelof to impress future Lost co-showrunner Carlton Cuse, showcasing his creative ambition. Lindelof's knack for assembling talented ensembles is evident in Ollie Klubershturf vs. the Nazis, showcasing his storytelling prowess.

Damon Lindelof has established himself as a formidable force in the television and film world, known for his innovative storytelling and complex narratives, but his earliest work is the starry short film, Ollie Klubershturf vs. the Nazis. His breakout success came with the critically acclaimed series Lost, which he co-created with J.J. Abrams and Jeffrey Lieber. Lost not only captivated audiences around the globe with its mysterious island and the survivors of Oceanic Flight 815 but also revolutionized serialized storytelling on television. Lindelof's ability to weave intricate plots with deep character development earned him...

If you are a fan of shows that put you on the edge of your seat, like Showtime's Yellowjackets about a soccer team that quickly turns into a bloody survival thriller, or Damon Lindelof, J.J. Abrams, and Jeffrey Lieber's Lost, then the show that absolutely needs to be on your list is From. Created by John Griffin, From has some recognizable producers behind it, particularly the Russo Brothers, who are known for Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Avengers: Endgame, Captain America: Civil War, and Prime Video's Citadel. Thankfully, From has been renewed for Season 3, which is set to air on MGM+, formerly known as Epix. The chilling thriller follows Boyd Stevens (Harold Perrineau), an Iraq War veteran who's become the unofficial leader of a Middle America town that is haunted by forest creatures that lurk during the night. The underrated sci-fi horror series is a mystery that deserves to...

Lost Summary: Lost is a mystery drama series created for TV that follows a group of survivors of a plane crash and tells its story between the past, present, and future via flashbacks. When Oceanic Airlines Flight 815 crashes and lands on a mysterious island in the pacific ocean, the castaways discover their new temporary home may have a mind of its own, as strange supernatural events keep them locked to the island. From an unknown black smoke creature to dangerous islanders, the passengers must work together to survive the island's seemingly deadly intentions. Cast: Evangeline Lilly, Naveen Andrews, Henry Ian Cusick, Daniel Dae Kim, Harold Perrineau, Dominic Monaghan, Emilie de Ravin, Jorge Garcia, Josh Holloway, Michael Emerson, Terry O'Quinn, Matthew Fox, Ken Leung, Elizabeth Mitchell, Yunjin Kim Genres: Adventure, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Supernatural Rating: TV-14 Release Date: 2004-09-22 Seasons: 6 Writers: Jeffrey Lieber, J.J. Abrams, Damon Lindelof Network: ABC Directors: Jack Bender,...

Arguably one of the most iconic shows of the 2000s, if not ever, Lost stood out in the television landscape — in part due to the size and diversity of its ensemble cast. Out of the 14 characters attached to the show's first season co-created by J.J. Abrams, Jeffrey Lieber, and Damon Lindelof, four were women and six were people of color — but by the show's sixth and final season in 2010, hardly any non-white non-male character was integral to the plot in any meaningful way. While the cast might have appeared diverse (at least by 2004 standards) on the surface, by its end, Lost showed its viewers that it was really never about anything more than white men vying for power, and behind the scenes that seemed to hold true in part as well. In a bombshell Vanity Fair article from May 2023, an excerpt was released from critic and writer Maureen Ryan's book Burn It Down: Power,...

In 2004, the survivors of Ocean Flight 815, each with a difficult past, found themselves stranded on a mysterious island after their plane crashed 1,000 off course in ABC's hit show Lost. For six seasons, the series followed the survivors as they tried to leave the island, clashed with its other mysterious inhabitants and discovered that it was anything but ordinary. Lost was created by Jeffrey Lieber, J. J. Abrams and Damon Lindelof and ended in 2010 with a divisive finale, although the series as a whole is often regarded as one of the best of all time. It received multiple Emmy Awards, including for Best Drama in 2005.

From 2004 through 2010, ABC viewers were hooked on Lost, the story of survivors of a plane crash stranded on an island that soon proved to be anything but ordinary. The island revealed one mystery after another, from its series of strange inhabitants over centuries to the unusual way time works there. The show was created by Jeffrey Lieber, J.J. Abrams and Damon Lindelof, with Lundelof and Carlton Cuse as showrunners. Lost won multiple awards during its run, including an Emmy for Best Drama Series.