FlashForward
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Status:
Ended -
Season 1:
Ended on May 27, 2010 -
Watched: 0%
0 of 22 Episodes
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Season: 1
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Sep 24, 2009 | ||
| E2 | Oct 01, 2009 | ||
| E3 | Oct 08, 2009 | ||
| E4 | Oct 15, 2009 | ||
| E5 | Oct 22, 2009 | ||
| E6 | Oct 29, 2009 | ||
| E7 | Nov 05, 2009 | ||
| E8 | Nov 12, 2009 | ||
| E9 | Nov 19, 2009 | ||
| E10 | Dec 03, 2009 | ||
| E11 | Mar 18, 2010 | ||
| E12 | Mar 18, 2010 | ||
| E13 | Mar 25, 2010 | ||
| E14 | Apr 01, 2010 | ||
| E15 | Apr 08, 2010 | ||
| E16 | Apr 15, 2010 | ||
| E17 | Apr 22, 2010 | ||
| E18 | Apr 29, 2010 | ||
| E19 | May 06, 2010 | ||
| E20 | May 13, 2010 | ||
| E21 | May 20, 2010 | ||
| E22 | May 27, 2010 |
Series Legacy & Historical Archive
Franchise Status:
The narrative is strictly closed following its single-season run, with no active reboots or spin-offs in development.FlashForward remains a towering example of the high-concept mystery thriller that defined the post-Lost era of television. Created by Brannon Braga and David S. Goyer, the series ignited a global "Spark" by asking a chilling question: what would you do if you saw your future? Its ambitious scale and cinematic production values set a high bar for network science fiction.
The show’s cultural DNA lies in its profound exploration of predestination versus free will. Fans return to this short-lived masterpiece for its intricate puzzle-box storytelling and the haunting emotional weight carried by its ensemble cast. Despite its premature ending, the series lives on in the hearts of viewers who still ponder the mystery of the global blackout and the tantalizing glimpses of what might have been.
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Why Watch:
"A global 137-second blackout reveals the future, launching a worldwide investigation into destiny."Series Analysis:
In 2009, FlashForward arrived as ABC’s ambitious successor to the high-concept mystery era. Based on Robert J. Sawyer’s novel, the series centered on a global blackout where humanity glimpsed six months into its future. It examined the heavy burden of predestination versus free will. Its cultural footprint remains defined by the intense 'Mosaic' investigation and the haunting imagery of a world frozen in time. While the show concluded after a single season, its legacy persists as a prime example of the 'event television' boom that prioritized complex, serialized puzzles. The unresolved cliffhanger continues to spark debate among sci-fi enthusiasts regarding the mechanics of its temporal shifts. Given the current trend of resurrecting cult classics, viewers should set a reminder for any news regarding potential revivals or streaming reboots.Tone: Analytical TV Historian Last Updated: March 2026
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Network:
ABC (US) -
Seasons:
1 -
Years:
2009 - 2010 -
Genre:
Science Fiction, Drama, Thriller, Mystery -
Rating:
TV-14