HBO’s Greatest 3-Part Sci-Fi Series Got Even Better After Moving Away From the Book

HBO's Greatest 3-Part Sci-Fi Series Got Even Better After Moving Away From the Book




Tom Perrotta's sci-fi novel The Leftovers received acclaim for its thoughtful examination of recovery, resilience, and renewed faith in the aftermath of a mysterious incident in which a small portion of the global population goes missing. While popular novels are often adapted for the small screen, The Leftovers faced an issue with its dark, brooding approach. While it's possible to get something out of a downbeat novel that takes a very cynical look at humanity, it's harder to sustain that energy over the course of an entire season of television. Although the first season was a faithful adaptation of the novel that followed its events exactly, showrunner Damon Lindelof chose to continue The Leftovers with two more seasonsthat were based on his own ideas.


Tom Perrotta's sci-fi novel The Leftovers received acclaim for its thoughtful examination of recovery, resilience, and renewed faith in the aftermath of a mysterious incident in which a small portion of the global population goes missing. While popular novels are often adapted for the small screen, The Leftovers faced an issue with its dark, brooding approach. While it's possible to get something out of a downbeat novel that takes a very cynical look at humanity, it's harder to sustain that energy over the course of an entire season of television. Although the first season was a faithful adaptation of the novel that followed its events exactly, showrunner Damon Lindelof chose to continue The Leftovers with two more seasonsthat were based on his own ideas.

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