5 TV Shows That Tried To Be The New Lost (But Were Cancelled After 1 Season)
Honourable Mentions
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First up, a couple of shows that almost fit the mold, but are not quite eligible for inclusion on this list. The first of these is Jericho, CBS 2006 show set against the backdrop of a nuclear apocalypse and centred on the inhabitants of a small Kansas town. Starring the likes of Skeet Ulrich and Lennie James, the series was an ensemble piece, much like Lost, with each character having their own demons and mysteries as they sought to discover the nature of the attack and the survival of society in general. Initially cancelled after one season, which wouldve made the (admittedly enjoyable) show a prime candidate for inclusion in this list, Jericho was resurrected for a brief second season after a campaign from fans, which saw them rewarded with seven new episodes before the show was cancelled again, this time for good, though its story has been developed further since through a number of graphic novels. Second is NBCs Revolution, currently airing its first season as you read this. It shares an executive producer (JJ Abrams), a main cast member (Elizabeth Mitchell) and a significant story element (flashbacks) with Lost and is being cited as its spiritual sequel across the media. Whether it deserves the title is up for debate, given both its mixed reception and average ratings, but it does seem likely to be picked up for at least an additional season at this point. Taking place in a world where electricity has become nonexistent, each episode of the show focuses on a different character, showcasing their life before the disaster. It does have potential, but given this episodic structure, it will always be compared to the predecessor that utilised the same form of narrative throughout its run.