September 22nd 2024.
It's hard to believe that it's already been two decades since one of the greatest TV shows of all time made its debut. On September 22, 2004, Lost graced our screens for the first time, introducing us to the passengers of Oceanic Airlines Flight 815.
Over the course of six seasons, viewers were taken on a thrilling journey as they watched characters like Jack, Kate, and Sawyer struggle to survive on a mysterious island while uncovering its secrets. Created by Jeffrey Lieber, JJ Abrams, and Damon Lindelof, Lost continues to be praised to this day. However, its final episode, "The End," which aired on May 23, 2010, is still a topic of debate among fans. Some argue that it's one of the worst endings in TV history, while others believe it wrapped up the story beautifully.
As the 20th anniversary of Lost's premiere approaches, The Agency spoke to Matthew, one of the show's stars, to get his thoughts on the ongoing discourse surrounding the finale. Warning: spoilers ahead for the final episode of Lost.
The last episode of Lost featured multiple "flash sideways" scenes where the characters were shown in an alternate timeline where the plane didn't crash and they landed in Los Angeles as planned. In the finale, Jack's death leads to Hurley becoming the new guardian of the island. It's revealed that this alternate timeline is actually a purgatory, allowing the characters to reunite after their deaths in the real world before moving on to the afterlife together.
This ending has sparked ongoing debates among fans, with some questioning if it meant that the characters were dead all along. Matthew, however, disagrees. "In the six years of the show, there were so many questions asked. There were so many mysteries introduced," he said in an interview with The Agency ahead of his new show C*A*U*G*H*T coming to ITVX next year. "For me, I loved the way the show ended, and I loved that it was open to interpretation. Everyone has their own experience with the show, and I think that was intentional on the part of the creators."
Looking back on his time on Lost, Matthew shared how much he loved the experience and how special it was to be a part of such a successful and beloved show. "Our kids were really young at the time, and they still have a real bond with Oahu and Kailua Bay," he said. "It was a lot of work, and there were a lot of publicity requirements, but all in all, it was an amazing experience, and I'm very grateful for it."
The actor also reminisced about the "incredible memories" he has from filming Lost and specifically mentioned the first year. "When we were shooting nights and in the jungle, there was something really amazing about working on Lost. Everywhere we shot, everything around you was real," he recalled.
Matthew also talked about the bonding experience that the cast went through, especially during the grueling night shoots in the rain. "Even though it was tough, there was a certain camaraderie that formed during that first year. Our lives were paralleling the lives of the characters we were playing on the show," he shared.
While we may still be discussing the ending of Lost 14 years later, one thing is for sure: it was a groundbreaking and unforgettable show that will continue to be loved by fans for many years to come.
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