Since the series finale of Lost aired in 2010, fans have debated the meaning and impact of how the story wrapped up, with many wondering if things could have been done differently. Even though the conclusion is polarizing, fans agree that season 1 has a remarkable group of episodes, with a solid beginning and ending, along with great character development, surprises, and perfectly done flashbacks.
From learning about Sawyer Ford’s background to the moment when Jack Shepard and John Locke find that mysterious hatch, there are many moments from season 1 of Lost that are even more exciting to watch today.
The Two-Part Pilot Episode
From Jack opening his eyes on the island and realizing where he is to the plane crash that starts it all, the two-part pilot of Lost is definitely a fan favorite. It’s hard not to think that the show is off a flawless start as the characters realize that they’re stuck on an island and that they have to rely on each other if they want to survive.
While sometimes a series takes a few episodes to kick into high gear, Lost is immediately impressive and smart, and fans like rewatching the pilot to see how the pieces come together.
Jack And Kate’s Connection
Kate Austen’s Lost love interests Jack and Sawyer are both good for her in different ways, but in season 1, it’s all about Jack and Kate bonding and getting to know each other.
The two characters team up right away as Kate is impressed by Jack’s medical expertise and likes how he takes charge and tries to help the survivors. Kate even feels comfortable enough telling Jack why she was a fugitive and he respects her and likes her so much that he doesn’t want to invade her privacy. Fans love seeing Jack and Kate fall in love despite their scary circumstances.
The Introduction Of The Others
Danielle Rosseau teaches the Oceanic Six a lot about the island that they have found themselves trapped on, including letting them know that there are some dangerous people called The Others.
No Lost fan can ever forget the creepy and disturbing moment when they find out about this group, who believe everything that Jacob tells them and who are led by Ben Linus for a period of time. The Others steal a lot of people, from Claire Littleton to Walt Llyod, and it’s always terrifying imagining what they could do next.
Sayid’s Backstory
Sayid Jarrah was an Iraqi Republican Guard communications officer, and his background becomes clear in season 1. Sayid’s story is one of the most memorable and meaningful parts of this early season.
Sayid helps everyone survive during the beginning of their time on the island as he knows a lot about working with technology. The saddest part of Sayid’s history is that he loved Nadia, who he knew since they were kids, and he met her when he was taken by the U.S. military and she was being kept there as well.
Boone’s Tragic Yet Powerful Death
Boone Carlyle’s death is one of the saddest deaths on Lost as he investigates a small plane and then when it falls out of the tree, he falls too and doesn’t make it thanks to his severe injuries.
Boone left a lot unsaid, including his romantic feelings for Shannon Rutherford, his stepsister. While Shannon can tell how Boone feels, they never have a real conversation about it, which might help him move on. It’s awful watching the other survivors lose Boone and also scary since this proves how dangerous the island is.
Sawyer Knew Jack’s Father Christian
The season 1 episode “Outlaws” stands out because Sawyer puts the puzzle pieces together in his head and realizes that he met Jack’s father Christian once.
While this might be a small moment in the context of a dramatic season, it ultimately proves that the characters are connected to each other and were even before their plane crashed onto the island. This sets up the lessons that they will learn throughout the story and also the series finale when they find out why they were put on the island in the first place.
Hurley’s Numbers
Many of Hurley Reyes’s best Lost quotes involve him talking about “the numbers:” 4, 8, 15, 16, 23, and 24.
Before boarding flight Oceanic 815, Hurley played these numbers and won millions in the lottery, which became a curse in his eyes. By the time he gets to the island, Hurley is burdened and haunted by this, and when he starts seeing the numbers around, he becomes even more worried and scared. The numbers become one of the most recognizable parts of the series and it’s interesting learning about how it begins.
Learning Locke’s Father Lied To Him
In the episode “Deus Ex Machina,” fans learn that Locke’s father, Anthony, got back in touch with him and asked if Locke would donate a kidney. After Locke did, his father never spoke to him again, with Locke having the chilling realization that his dad never wanted to be part of his life at all.
This is a really tough plotline to think about but ultimately tells fans a lot about Locke: he’s lonely, lost, and has always felt abandoned by his family. This seems to be why being part of the island is so important to him.
Claire’s Pregnancy Storyline
Claire doesn’t get a great ending on Lost, but in season 1, she’s one of the major players with a shocking and dramatic storyline.
As Claire is pregnant when she arrives on the island, everyone is nervous about what will happen. The Others take Claire and Sayid realizes that Danielle took Claire’s baby Aaron. Claire has a really tough, scary time during these episodes and Charlie Pace shows her so much kindness that the two seem destined to fall in love.
The Dramatic Season 1 Finale
Fans knew that the season 1 finale of Lost would have to be big and bold, and it definitely delivered.
Much of the three-part episode is devoted to Locke and Jack seeing the hatch and wondering what is down there. This sets up season 2 and shows viewers that this won’t be a show with any easy answers. While that proves to be frustrating at times, Lost is still beloved as being a dynamic and exciting show that has many twists along the way. Another unforgettable scene from the finale is when a few survivors try to find safety via a raft and The Others steal Walt, which is terrifying. This suggests the worst fear that the survivors have: that they might never get back home.
