I'm in the Mood for Lists

So, here are, in my opinion, the 10 best episodes of Lost. Let me know if you agree or disagree with my choices.



1. Through the Looking Glass - Season 3, Episode 22

From Charlie's death, to that final moment when the "big reveal" about the future is made, this episode keeps you guessing all the way to the end - and has the most poetic death of a character in the show's history.

2. Pilot - Season 1, Episode 1

The plane crash was terrifying, and the drama was engrossing from the get-go. Most memorable moment: seeing the pilot, who survived the crash, get snatched by Smokey.

3. The Constant - Season 4, Episode 5

I love Desmond episodes, and this trippy enstallment didn't disappoint - especially 'cause of that emotional reunion with Penny that many never thought would come before the series finale.

4. Walkabout - Season 1, Episode 4

The memorable Locke introduction, when we learn (rather poignantly) that he used to live life in a wheelchair.

5. Man of Science, Man of Faith - Season 2, Episode 1

Some viewed the first season finale is disappointing, since we never did get to see what was in the hatch. The follow-up shows it and then some, and introduces one of the show's most interesting characters: Desmond.

6. One of Us - Season 3, Episode 16

Juliet was a highlight of the third season, and this episode - which explained how she got to the island, and quesitoned her allegiance to both sides - was her biggest showcase ever.

7. House of the Rising Sun - Season 1, Episode 6

The defining moment in the airport, when Sun decides her fate, is one of the most wrenching flashback moments over the course of the show.

8. Two for the Road, Season 2, Episode 20

You can't argue with this: the final scene in which Ana Lucia and Libby are shot by Michael may be Lost's most surprising moment ever. Hand over mouth.

9. The Shape of Things to Come - Season 4, Episode 9

Speaking of surprises, Ben's reaction upon seeing his daughter's death packs a wallop. And with the dead doctor washing up on shore, we get one of the first hints of time travel.

10. The Man from Tallahassee - Season 3, Episode 13

Locke and the submarine. Locke and... his father?