The Perfect Replacement for Lost: 12 Years in the Making and One of the Best TV Shows Currently Airing

After twelve years since its finale, Lost continues to be regarded as one of television’s most iconic shows. Based loosely on Robert Zemeckis’s Cast Away, it has had a significant impact on modern storytelling in the television landscape. While its concluding seasons may have left some viewers wanting more, its gripping narrative and intricate character arcs kept audiences captivated over its five-season run.

In an era where many series struggle to survive beyond three seasons, few contemporary shows can rival the expansive lore and complex storytelling that Lost offered. Numerous sci-fi series have tried to claim the title of “the next Lost,”but very few have successfully matched its level of character-driven drama and rich mythology. However, there is one show currently considered a worthy successor to Lost, standing out in the realm of modern television.

From: The Lost Replacement We’ve Been Longing For Since Season 6 Ended

From Contains Essential Elements That Made Lost a Success

At their core, Lost and From share a common theme: they unfold in isolated settings, forcing their characters to grapple with mysterious and often unexplainable circumstances. Both series, featuring the talented Harold Perrineau in pivotal roles, rely on intrigue and ambiguity rather than providing all the answers. Each show presents a multitude of characters and employs a non-linear narrative, cleverly interweaving flashbacks and present-day events to shed light on the characters’ motivations and fears.

While From leans more towards the horror genre, it maintains a similar level of enigmatic threats, prompting viewers to question if the characters find themselves in a distorted afterlife. Much like Lost, From doesn’t rush to deliver clear resolutions, keeping audiences engaged while allowing space for speculation and discussion.

From’s Mystery Boxes Are as Engaging as Lost’s

From Ensures There’s Never a Dull Moment with Ambiguous Plot Developments

Both Lost and From expertly generate new questions even as they offer answers, creating a continuous cycle of curiosity that keeps viewers engaged. While the straightforward premise of offering fewer explanations may appear simple, the execution is far from easy. Series that prioritize ongoing mysteries can often lead to viewer frustration. However, similar to the balance achieved by Lost, From manages to reveal sufficient information without fully compromising its mysterious allure.

In its inaugural season, From introduced several intriguing plotlines that remain unresolved, such as the origins of certain talismans that protect the characters from mysterious threats. While the show gradually reveals details about these artifacts, it has yet to provide comprehensive answers, allowing viewers to speculate about their origins much like Lost did with the enigmatic Smoke Monster and the underlying mysteries of the island. Even during its final moments, Lost chose not to tie up all loose ends, which kept audiences deeply invested.

Show	Rotten Tomatoes Critics’ Score	Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score
From (After 3 seasons)	96%	80%
Lost (After 6 seasons)	86%	90%

Despite the challenges of delivering conclusive answers, both shows have succeeded in inviting viewers to partake in the exploration of their strange and often uncertain worlds. From, with impressive acclaim from critics, appears to be following a path that may not culminate in complete resolutions. Nevertheless, its ability to ignite the imagination of viewers makes it a compelling watch.

Many Shows Have Been Dubbed “The New Lost” Yet Few Have Delivered

Lost Stands Alone, But From Is Making a Case for Itself

Blended image of Jack (Matthew Fox) overtop a photo of the Lost cast posing on the island — Custom Image by Colin McCormick

Throughout the years, numerous shows have been labeled as “the new Lost,” but few have lived up to that comparison. While series like Fringe and Alias had their moments, they eventually forged their distinct identities and, in the process, avoided the pitfall of becoming ensnared in their own complex mythologies and puzzles.

Recently, From has been renewed for a fourth season, and currently, Apple TV+’s Silo is also garnering attention as a potential replacement for Lost. Yet, given the source material of Silo, it will likely carve out its unique narrative path in the sci-fi genre. From, however, seems to be evolving more closely to the essence of Lost as its story advancements unfold.

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