10 Movies & Shows Like The Last Bus

Description: A dystopian story following young protagonists forced into deadly competition by a oppressive regime, exploring themes of survival, rebellion, and media manipulation.

Fact: The book's author Suzanne Collins came up with the idea while channel surfing between reality TV and war coverage. The arrow necklace Katniss wears became an iconic symbol of the franchise.

Description: A long-running drama about a group of survivors navigating a world overrun by zombies, focusing on human relationships and moral choices in extreme circumstances.

Fact: The comic book series it's based on was originally going to be about aliens before the creator switched to zombies. The show's first season had the highest budget of any AMC series at the time.

Description: A thrilling sci-fi adventure about a group of teens trapped in a mysterious, ever-changing maze, forced to work together to survive and uncover the truth about their situation.

Fact: The film's maze was partially inspired by the video game Minecraft. Author James Dashner made a cameo appearance in the movie as one of the lab technicians.

Description: An epic story of survival and rebuilding society after a devastating plague wipes out most of humanity, with survivors drawn into a final confrontation between good and evil.

Fact: Stephen King wrote the original novel during the 1970s flu epidemic. The 2020 miniseries updated the timeline but kept the core themes of the story.

Description: Set in a futuristic society divided into factions, this story follows a young woman who doesn't fit the system and becomes involved in a growing rebellion against the established order.

Fact: The film's production designed an entire language for the Dauntless faction. The author Veronica Roth wrote the first draft of the novel while still in college.

Description: A sci-fi thriller about a young girl surviving an alien invasion that comes in waves of destruction, forcing her to question who she can trust in a world turned upside down.

Fact: The film's title refers to the five stages of the alien attack plan. Author Rick Yancey based some elements on his experiences during Hurricane Katrina.

Description: A post-apocalyptic survival drama where a group of young people must navigate a dangerous new world, facing moral dilemmas and threats from both the environment and other survivors.

Fact: The show was originally based on a book series by Kass Morgan, but it diverged significantly from the source material. It was one of the first major sci-fi series to feature a bisexual lead character.

Description: A profound exploration of how society and individuals cope with a sudden, unexplained catastrophic event that leaves the world forever changed and searching for meaning.

Fact: The show's creators invented an entire fictional religion for the series. It was originally planned as a miniseries but was extended due to critical acclaim.

Description: A dystopian tale where teenagers develop mysterious powers after a disease wipes out most children, leading to government persecution and a fight for survival.

Fact: Author Alexandra Bracken wrote the novel while working at a children's book publisher. The film features a cameo by the book's author as a news reporter.

Description: A gripping survival story featuring a diverse group of teenagers stranded on a deserted island, dealing with interpersonal conflicts and hidden agendas while uncovering deeper mysteries.

Fact: The show was praised for its all-female lead cast in the first season, breaking away from traditional survival show tropes. It was canceled after two seasons despite a passionate fan base.