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Lost's Legacy: Influencing Shows Yet Leaving Disappointment

11/10/2025

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Story summary

Since its 2004 debut, Lost influenced many TV shows, and its finale disappointed some viewers.
The 100 aired from 2014 to 2020 and shared themes with Lost but did not gain equal acclaim.
FlashForward had a compelling premise but ended on a cliffhanger, limiting its potential.
Manifest, which aired from 2018, tried to emulate Lost but fell short in viewership.

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Story summary

Since its 2004 debut, Lost influenced many TV shows, and its finale disappointed some viewers.
The 100 aired from 2014 to 2020 and shared themes with Lost but did not gain equal acclaim.
FlashForward had a compelling premise but ended on a cliffhanger, limiting its potential.
Manifest, which aired from 2018, tried to emulate Lost but fell short in viewership.