Your 5 Reasons to Finally Watch LOST for the First Time in 2023
Is Lost your jam? Read on to find out.
Over 13 years after its finale, Lost remains many people's favorite show, and fans say it only gets better with every viewing.
If you've never watched the iconic ABC sci-fi mystery thriller, tonight might be the night to start. Here's why.
The Format
Lost tells the story of a group of plane crash survivors who find themselves stranded on a mysterious island. But the show has a unique format, and the story is not straightforward. Flashbacks and flash-forwards provide insight into the main characters' experiences.
The Characters
Speaking of characters, Lost has a lot — but still manages to deliver a great backstory for each member of the gigantic ensemble cast. The level of character depth and development is impressive. Despite the supernatural aspects of the show and the incredibly odd collection of peculiar characters, the writing and acting make the story realistic and relatable.
When you watch it, you feel fully immersed in the events, as if it were something that could actually happen. Isn't that the goal when watching fantasy?
The Mood
Lost is a perfect mix of drama, comedy, and horror. First, there is weirdness and mystery and a lot of WTF factor, and there's great comic relief as well. As for the horror part, Lost is more eerie than scary, which definitely adds to the appeal of the show.
The Unpredictability
With its twisted storylines and unexpected characters, Lost always manages to surprise the audience. But it never forgets the big picture and makes all the events fit into it. If you are tired of shows that foreshadow events in less than subtle ways, Lost is the best choice for you — in this series, you can never predict what will happen next.
The Ending
No, we are not going to tell you that the finale of Lost is good. When it aired, it was disappointing and confusing for many viewers. The ending has been bashed in many fan discussions, and you might not be completely satisfied with it too — but if that's the only reason you don't want to watch Lost, trust us, it's not that bad.
After a rewatch and really thinking about it, the ending makes sense. Though it's a bit of a cop-out, it doesn't ruin the whole show like the Game of Thrones finale did. So don't let it stop you from watching this legendary series!