If you loved the quirky humor and misfit camaraderie of The Outcasts (2017), you're in for a treat! This article explores 10 movies and shows that capture the same rebellious spirit, offbeat friendships, and comedic charm. Whether you're looking for underdog stories or hilarious high school hijinks, these picks will keep you entertained.
Lost (2004)
Description: A group of strangers stranded in a mysterious location must work together to survive, uncovering secrets and facing internal and external threats.
Fact: The show's creators initially pitched it as 'Cast Away: The Series.' It popularized the use of flashbacks and nonlinear storytelling in TV dramas.
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Jericho (2006)
Description: A small town deals with the aftermath of nuclear attacks on major US cities, facing isolation, resource scarcity, and threats from outsiders.
Fact: Fans famously sent tons of nuts to CBS to campaign for its renewal after cancellation. The show was partially inspired by real Cold War-era civil defense plans.
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Falling Skies (2011)
Description: Follows a group of survivors resisting alien occupation, blending family drama with action and survival elements in a post-invasion world.
Fact: Steven Spielberg served as an executive producer. The show's aliens were designed to be distinctly non-humanoid in appearance.
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The Walking Dead (2010)
Description: A gritty survival story set in a zombie apocalypse, focusing on human relationships and moral choices in extreme circumstances.
Fact: The comic book series it's based on was originally intended to be black and white. The show's first season had the highest budget of any AMC series at the time.
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Under the Dome (2013)
Description: A small town is suddenly cut off from the rest of the world by an invisible barrier, leading to social breakdown and power struggles among the trapped residents.
Fact: Based on Stephen King's novel. The dome's special effects were created using practical effects whenever possible to maintain realism.
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The Last Ship (2014)
Description: A naval crew becomes humanity's last hope when a global pandemic wipes out most of the population, combining military action with survival themes.
Fact: Based on a 1988 novel by William Brinkley. The show used actual naval vessels for filming to enhance authenticity.
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The 100 (2014)
Description: A post-apocalyptic survival drama where a group of young people must navigate a dangerous new world, facing moral dilemmas and conflicts with other groups.
Fact: The show is based on a book series by Kass Morgan. It was initially marketed as a teen drama but evolved into a darker, more complex narrative.
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The Leftovers (2014)
Description: Explores the psychological and societal impacts of a sudden, unexplained event that decimates the population, focusing on how survivors cope with loss and uncertainty.
Fact: The show is based on Tom Perrotta's novel of the same name. It famously used a different opening theme song for each episode in its second season.
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Colony (2016)
Description: Set in an occupied Los Angeles where humans live under strict alien rule, exploring resistance movements and collaboration dilemmas.
Fact: The show's creators included Carlton Cuse, who also worked on Lost. It was filmed in Vancouver but set in a dystopian version of Los Angeles.
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The Wilds (2020)
Description: Teenagers from different backgrounds find themselves stranded on a deserted island, forced to confront their personal issues while surviving the wilderness.
Fact: The show features an all-female lead cast in its first season. It explores themes of trauma and societal expectations through its characters.
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