Lost’s Spiritual Successor Is All But Confirmed To Avoid The 6-Season Show’s Biggest Mistake

Warning: There are spoilers ahead for From season 3, episode 10, "Revelations: Chapter Two."The recently-concluded third season of From has left fans both satisfied and eager for more. With the delightfully horrifying MGM+ show featuring well-paced mysteries, compelling characters, and shocking twists, it has successfully captured the audience's attention and built a loyal following.

Unlike its predecessor, Lost, From has managed to strike a balance between mystery and resolution. While it maintains a sense of intrigue, it avoids the pitfalls of over-complication that plagued Lost in its later seasons. By carefully pacing its reveals and tying up loose ends, From has the potential to deliver a more satisfying conclusion. To do this, season 4 of From must solve key mysteries.

From Is Shaping Up To Have A Less Divisive Ending Than Lost

Lost's Mysteries Became Too Unwieldy Throughout The Show

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The season 3 finale of From had plenty of revelations to offer. Fatima's mysterious pregnancy is finally explained, and Elgin faces dire consequences for holding her captive. Tabitha and Jade make a breakthrough, uncovering secrets tied to the town's bottle trees and the enigmatic "Anghkooey" children. The mysterious phrase is deciphered as "remember," signifying the importance of unlocking the past to break free from the town's cycle. In one of From’s most horrifying scenes, Jim Matthews is killed by the newly introduced Man in the Yellow Suit. Boyd and Sara resort to extreme measures to uncover the truth.

From has a lot of mysteries, but it satisfies the viewer by resolving some, and they are less convoluted than Lost.

The writing of the season 3 finale is an example of how it succeeds where Lost had shortcomings. From has a lot of mysteries, but it satisfies the viewer by resolving some, and they are less convoluted than Lost. By resolving some questions, it avoids twist fatigue. This is especially important with the increasing cancelation of shows. These days, viewers take a risk getting attached to a series. From’s imaginative storyline is keeping the audience addicted, which bodes well for its future developments. Its mysteries are also less sprawling than Lost, so viewers can expect a more satisfying conclusion.

Lost Set Up Way Too Many Mystery Boxes To Have A Satisfying Ending

From Could Distinguish Itself By Keeping Its Mysteries More Contained

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By the end of season 6, it was all but impossible for Lost to have a universally satisfying ending. There is a common misconception that the ending was that it was all a dream – this is not the case. The finale of Lost is incredibly moving and multifaceted, and the hero’s ending is just part of a bigger picture – some viewers like this, and some don’t. However, despite the ending honoring the kaleidoscopic outlook of the show overall, it arguably does not change that the relative simplicity of the first couple of seasons of Lost were the best.

This is because the creator Damon Lindelof has concurred with viewer opinions that Lost season 4 should have ended the show. It is not so much the ending that makes Lost frustrating – it is how unwieldy the storyline became throughout the series. The network kept asking for more seasons, forcing showrunners to keep writing with only a loose plan in mind. Inevitably, this resulted in numerous plotholes, too many mystery boxes and structural shortcomings, which set the show up for an extremely difficult ending to write. With so many threads, it was impossible to satisfy all viewers with the conclusion.

What Should Happen At The End Of From

From Should Strike The Right Balance Between Shock And Satisfaction

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The season 3 From finale leaves a bittersweet taste, balancing despair with hope. The Man in the Yellow Suit's sudden appearance and the death of Jim signal a turning point. Tabitha and Jade's discovery clearly rattles the mysterious figure, forcing him to reveal himself. While Jim's death is a devastating loss, it also suggests that the long-standing cycle within the town may finally be broken, leading to the rescue of the children and the eventual escape of the residents.

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The eventual finale of the show should cement From as a true replacement for Lost – several shows have been dubbed that but failed to live up to the time-bending classic. Viewer expectations will demand that mysteries not be left open. A wholly happy ending may be unrealistic; however, a bittersweet ending would be ideal, especially following the pattern of shocking endings in the previous seasons. Viewers are also likely to want their assumptions subverted, as this has been a common piece of positive feedback about the series so far.

Only One Thing Could Ruin From’s Ending

From Would Be Ruined By The Streaming Industry's Cancelation Trend

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Just days ahead of the Season 3 finale, MGM+ confirmed the renewal of From for a fourth season. The positive reception to Season 3 likely played a significant role in the decision. Production for Season 4 is slated to begin in 2025, with a targeted release window of 2026. While specific details about the new season remain undisclosed, it will consist of 10 episodes.

Michael Wright, the head of MGM+, said:

"From has been a sensation for MGM+, capturing the attention of millions of viewers and helping us to shine a bright light on our MGM+ brand. Our talented show creators and cast have brilliantly and carefully crafted this wonderful show, and we look forward to providing the answers the 'From' audience so enthusiastically craves in season 4!" – via Deadline

The hunger for further seasons of From is encouraging, and it would be devastating if the show gets canceled in the future without a proper ending. The creator, John Griffin, has seemingly not confirmed how many seasons of From he has in mind. However, executive producer Jeff Pinkner, who also worked on Lost, has spoken about the challenges with writing endings for a puzzle box show:

“There’s never been the ending to any story, anywhere, that satisfies everybody [...] Your goal is to make an ending that feels both inevitable and surprising at the same time.” – via Patheos

This makes it more hopeful that From will follow this ethos. Although it is unclear how many seasons the show will run for, the creators seem to be on the same page about it being a character-centered show. This means the ending is unlikely to have twists for the sake of twists and will wrap up the story in a satisfying way.

Source: Deadline, Patheo