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Lost

2004 – 2010Show6 seasons118 episodesTV-14

Action & AdventureMystery
84
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.3Metacritic848.7Rotten Tomatoes86%89%

A gripping, intricate mystery series about mystery and faith and meaning, with standout performances and editing.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

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Not for comfort, laughs or warmth.

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Episodes

6 seasons · 118 episodes · best: S3E23 "Through the Looking Glass: Part 2" 9.7

Episodes

8.6
8.5
8.6
8.7
8.6
8.4

Story

Everything happens for a reason.

Stripped of everything, the survivors of a horrific plane crash must work together to stay alive. But the island holds many secrets.

Feels like

  • Complex Ensemble Mystery
  • Non-Linear Narrative Puzzle
  • Sci-Fi Supernatural Thriller
  • Deep Character Study
  • Philosophical & Spiritual Themes
  • High-Stakes Survival Drama
  • Iconic Soundtrack
  • Cultural Phenomenon
  • Emotional Catharsis
  • Unresolved Ambiguity

Cast

24 of 344 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Jack Bender, Stephen Williams, Paul A. Edwards
Written by
Damon Lindelof, Carlton Cuse, Adam Horowitz
Produced by
Jean Higgins, Ra'uf Glasgow, Adam Horowitz
Music by
Michael Giacchino

Everyone

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Facts

September 22, 2004 · May 23, 2010 · Ended

First aired
September 22, 2004
Last aired
May 23, 2010
Status
Ended
Length
6 seasons · 118 episodes
Age rating
TV-14
Content
Violence, Strong Language, Drug Use, Disturbing Imagery, Sexual Content
Genres
Mystery, Action & Adventure, Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
123 countries

Tropes

Meaningful Name, CPR: Clean, Pretty, Reliable, Arc Welding +9

  • Meaningful Name
  • CPR: Clean, Pretty, Reliable
  • Arc Welding
  • Buffy Speak
  • AB Negative
  • No, Mr. Bond, I Expect You to Dine
  • Jitter Cam
  • Messianic Archetype
  • Jerkass
  • Unreliable Narrator
  • Eye Scream
  • Roaring Rampage of Revenge

12 of 605 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Lost?"

Questions about Lost

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Lost?

HulufuboTV

In the United States, Lost streams on Hulu and fuboTV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 121 other countries.

Is Lost worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84 (IMDb 8.3, Rotten Tomatoes 86%, and Metacritic 84).

Is Lost okay for kids?

TV-14ViolenceStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagerySexual content

Not for young kids: it's rated TV-14 in the United States for violence, strong language, drug use, disturbing imagery, and sexual content, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Can I half-watch Lost?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 10 of 10 for complexity and 10 for non-linear narrative.

Is Lost good for date night?

and 1 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightSolo Watch

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

What tropes does Lost use?

Meaningful NameCPR: Clean, Pretty, ReliableArc WeldingBuffy SpeakAB NegativeNo, Mr. Bond, I Expect You to DineJitter CamMessianic ArchetypeJerkassUnreliable NarratorEye ScreamRoaring Rampage of Revengeand 593 more

TV Tropes lists 605 tropes for it, including Meaningful Name, CPR: Clean, Pretty, Reliable, and Arc Welding.