What Happens Next on ‘Lost’?

The season finale of Lost demonstrates that it is, indeed, the best show in the history of television.  More on that in a moment.  But first, the recruiting pitch. 

For those who don’t watch Lost, now is a perfect opportunity to start – register with Netflix and watch the series from the beginning.  Watch the first four episodes.  If you don’t like the show at that point, then dump out with the knowledge that you have given Lost a fair shake.  

But I would bet that you will be intrigued by the show.  Stick with it.  Give it the time it deserves.  And most of all, trust the writers.  They are tremendously creative and unpredictable, which is what makes the show so fun.  

Okay, back to the Season 5 finale.  Spoiler alert – I’m going to discuss plot points and in doing so, give my own theory as to what is happening on the show.  

Here’s the theory.  (more…)