Lost Has Found It's Way...Let's Hope It Stays That Way

Lost is still a successful network television show as it nears the end of the it's third season. It feels as if it has been on forever, but that's another story. There have been some weak moments both creatively and schedule-wise over the last season and a half and it has worn on many once loyal fans. Each week since returning from its mid-season hiatus it seems to be losing viewers. But, if you've turned your back on this show, let me tell you...it's back.

The last two, three, maybe even four episodes of the show have returned to suspense and mystery not seen since the first season (and start of the second). I don't want to say anything specific except you need to go online catch up, watch the DVR'd episodes you've been avoiding and make Lost a part of your weekly TV routine once again.

The last two weeks have ended with last second twists that have been game changing ... and who knows where they are going next. If you've been wondering what's up with those two "new" characters who showed up this season (see photo)...and what's up with Locke feeling so connected to the island...Damn, I said I wasn't going to do this....just watch and you'll begin to know what I'm talking about.

Also, Lost is under the microscope for how it will run it's episodes next year. My assessment: Lost will probably run consecutively (ala 24 on Fox) and probably won't start until January '08 (like the next season of 24, probably). They need that time to complete enough episodes to run them consecutively since they take a 2.5 month break after this season wraps. Unlike 24, however, Lost is consecutive from season to season and much of 24's storyline is contained within the season it is in...so I wonder if a 6 month break is really going to work. I supposed it's better than the complicated season breakup they did this year. A refresher episode in early January should get us all up to speed. Don't mess this up ABC.