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After six years, one of America's most successful prime-time dramatic series has come to an end. More than 20 million people watched the finale of ABC's "Lost" on May 23 2010, which was filmed entirely in Hawaii.
Each week, audiences around the globe tuned in to follow the adventures of the survivors of a plane crash, stranded on a mysterious and dangerous island. The castaways, who came from many parts of the world, had to learn to live with each other, and their pasts.
In bidding Aloha, "Lost" cast members and producers explore why the show has such a global appeal, it's impact, and life after "Lost."
Interviewees include:
Henry Ian Cusick - Desmond
Michael Emerson - Ben Linus
Jorge Garcia - Hurley
"Lost" co-creator Damon Lindelof
Executive Producer Jack Bender
Executive Producer Jean Higgins
While "Lost" has ended its run on TV, fans around the world continue to talk about the series, and watch it in syndication, on countless Web sites, and on DVD.
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After six years, one of America's most successful prime-time dramatic series has come to an end. More than 20 million people watched the finale of ABC's "Lost" on May 23 2010, which was filmed entirely in Hawaii.
Each week, audiences around the globe tuned in to follow the adventures of the survivors of a plane crash, stranded on a mysterious and dangerous island. The castaways, who came from many parts of the world, had to learn to live with each other, and their pasts.
In bidding Aloha, "Lost" cast members and producers explore why the show has such a global appeal, it's impact, and life after "Lost."
Interviewees include:
Henry Ian Cusick - Desmond
Michael Emerson - Ben Linus
Jorge Garcia - Hurley
"Lost" co-creator Damon Lindelof
Executive Producer Jack Bender
Executive Producer Jean Higgins
While "Lost" has ended its run on TV, fans around the world continue to talk about the series, and watch it in syndication, on countless Web sites, and on DVD.
Broadcast History
Originally aired on Voice of America, May 25, 2010
Remixed for PRX
Timing and Cues
"Lost" longer version 5:17 Version
Piece is 5:07 with a different sound bite from Henry Ian Cusick.
Outcue: Ends with music. You can fade out earlier if you need to.
"Lost" shorter version 4:47 Version
Piece is 4:47.
Outcue: Ends with music. You can fade out earlier if you need to.
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INTRO:After six years, one of America's most successful prime-time dramatic series has come to an end. More than 20 million people watched the finale of ABC's "Lost," (May 23) The show was filmed entirely in Hawaii. Heidi Chang spoke with the cast and producers about why "Lost" became such an entertainment phenomenon.
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