The Last Ship Apocalypse Saga

The hit television drama The Last Ship survived for five seasons despite its grim premise of a global pandemic. Based on William Brinkley’s novel, the show charted the survival of a naval crew during the collapse of civilization.

After a mysterious virus wiped out most of the human population, the crew of the USS Nathan James became the last hope for humanity. The series spanned 56 episodes and captured the tension of isolation on the open ocean. It remains a fascinating look at how society might attempt to rebuild after a total catastrophe. The show concluded its run in late 2018 after exploring the fight for global recovery.