The Leftovers

Three years ago, two percent of the global population disappeared. 140 million people gone in an instant, with no explanation. Mainstream religions are in turmoil, cults have formed, and families are torn apart. That's the world The Leftovers, throws the audience into, and it's not a particularly cheery one. Nobody knows why the 'Sudden Departure' happened, and the viewer isn't clued in, either. The series is a journey of discovery, where each plot point isn't painfully explained to the viewer and there's plenty of room for interpretation. As a result, it only gets better as time goes on. While the first season is often the best for many shows, The Leftovers slowly grows with the viewers' and characters' understanding. Whilst focusing for the most part on one family, the show also touches on individuals from all backgrounds, and its ambitious storytelling leaves viewers dwelling on important concepts.