10 Movies and Shows Like Land of the Lost (1974)

Description: This series shares with 'Land of the Lost' a sense of adventure and exploration of the unknown, albeit in an underwater setting. Both shows feature a crew facing bizarre creatures and phenomena, blending science fiction with action and suspense.

Fact: The show was based on the 1961 film of the same name, also produced by Irwin Allen. It was the first sci-fi TV series to run for four seasons in the 1960s. The Seaview submarine's design became iconic in sci-fi television.

Description: Similar to 'Land of the Lost' (1974), 'The Time Tunnel' is a sci-fi adventure series that revolves around time travel and encountering prehistoric creatures and lost civilizations. Both shows feature a group of protagonists navigating unfamiliar and dangerous environments, blending science fiction with elements of adventure and survival.

Fact: The show was created by Irwin Allen, known as the 'Master of Disaster' for his work in disaster films. Each episode featured a different historical or futuristic setting, from the Titanic to the Battle of the Alamo. The series was canceled after one season due to high production costs.

Description: Like 'Land of the Lost', this series involves a group of people stranded in a strange and hostile world—this time, a planet where everything is twelve times larger than on Earth. Both shows explore themes of survival, teamwork, and the unknown, with a mix of sci-fi and adventure.

Fact: The show was another creation of Irwin Allen. The special effects, including giant props and forced perspective, were groundbreaking for its time. It was one of the most expensive TV shows of the 1960s, costing about $250,000 per episode.

Description: This film shares with 'Land of the Lost' the theme of a journey to a subterranean world inhabited by prehistoric creatures and primitive civilizations. Both are adventure sci-fi stories with a focus on exploration and survival in a fantastical setting.

Fact: Based on the 1914 novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Starred Doug McClure and Peter Cushing. The film used stop-motion animation for its creatures, a technique popular in 1970s sci-fi.

Description: 'Sliders' parallels 'Land of the Lost' in its premise of characters traveling to alternate dimensions or worlds, each with its own unique challenges and dangers. Both shows explore the idea of being lost in unfamiliar territories and the struggle to return home.

Fact: The show was created by Tracy Tormé and Robert K. Weiss. It originally aired on Fox before moving to Sci-Fi Channel. The concept was inspired by the many-worlds interpretation of quantum physics.

Description: Similar to 'Land of the Lost', 'Stargate SG-1' involves exploration of unknown worlds and encounters with ancient civilizations and creatures. Both series combine sci-fi with adventure and a sense of discovery, often with a team dynamic at the core.

Fact: The series is a spin-off of the 1994 film 'Stargate'. It became one of the longest-running North American sci-fi series, with 10 seasons. Richard Dean Anderson, who played MacGyver, starred as Colonel Jack O'Neill.

Description: Similar to 'Land of the Lost', this series follows a group of explorers stranded in a prehistoric world filled with dinosaurs and other dangers. Both shows emphasize adventure, survival, and the mysteries of a lost world.

Fact: The series was loosely based on Arthur Conan Doyle's 1912 novel. It was filmed in Queensland, Australia. The show ran for three seasons and developed a cult following.

Description: This show shares with 'Land of the Lost' the theme of prehistoric creatures existing in the modern world. Both series mix science fiction with adventure and focus on a team dealing with the consequences of these anomalies.

Fact: The series was created by Adrian Hodges and Tim Haines. It was originally broadcast on ITV in the UK. The show featured CGI creatures created by the same team behind 'Walking with Dinosaurs'.

Description: This series shares with 'Land of the Lost' the concept of humans coexisting with dinosaurs in a lost world. Both shows blend fantasy, adventure, and family-friendly storytelling, with a focus on exploration and discovery.

Fact: Based on the book series by James Gurney. The miniseries was filmed in Budapest and Thailand. It won an Emmy for Outstanding Special Visual Effects.

Description: Like 'Land of the Lost', 'Terra Nova' involves a group of people transported to a prehistoric world, facing dinosaurs and other dangers. Both shows explore survival in a hostile environment and the clash between humans and ancient creatures.

Fact: The series was executive produced by Steven Spielberg. It was one of the most expensive TV pilots ever made, with a budget of $10–20 million. The show was canceled after one season due to high costs and declining ratings.