The Last Ship

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Season 1
  • Network: TNT
  • Series Premiere Date: Jun 22, 2014
Season #: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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Generally favorable reviews- based on 221 Ratings

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  1. akap2000
    Aug 10, 2014
    7
    Not great but find myself watching it anyway. As the series moves on one thing that really really bothers me is that the keep referring to the disease as "the disease". Don't you think that "the disease" would have been given a name by someone after months of wiping out the whole planet?
  2. nautico
    Jun 23, 2014
    7
    As a retired Navy officer I always trip over the inauthentic elements in any show that features our national canoe club, and this one's no exception. Much of the characters' behavior and dialogue is ludicrously unrepresentative of what actually goes on aboard a warship, including how officers and enlisted personnel interact. Yes, I realize that the show's premise, that of "OMG, we're theAs a retired Navy officer I always trip over the inauthentic elements in any show that features our national canoe club, and this one's no exception. Much of the characters' behavior and dialogue is ludicrously unrepresentative of what actually goes on aboard a warship, including how officers and enlisted personnel interact. Yes, I realize that the show's premise, that of "OMG, we're the last ship!", might well result in behaviors way outside the norm, but not the kind that's been written into this script. Here are just two examples among several. The master chief asks a LTJG on the ship's bridge for "permission to salute the captain." Ridiculous. The XO salutes the captain/CO while uncovered. Would never happen. US Navy personnel never salute unless "covered" (hat on). Only exception would be if on temporary duty with a foreign military service and it might be embarrassing not to return the salute of a junior from that service who was not aware of USN custom. What always puzzles me about such gaffes is how they get past the USN technical advisor who's always part of the deal struck between the movie studio and the Navy's public affairs office when providing Navy assets for such flicks. Other than my parochial complaints. I find the show reasonably entertaining.… Expand
  3. docswoodj
    Aug 21, 2014
    9
    I watch The Last Ship fully aware that I'm watching a TV SHOW, not a documentary. I watch TV to relax , not to find fault. I think The Last Ship is very entertaining. I look forward to it every week. With the exception of the character that played Dr. Tophet's wife, I think the acting is excellent. It is the subtle nuance of emotion that creates the realism. Such as a hard swallow orI watch The Last Ship fully aware that I'm watching a TV SHOW, not a documentary. I watch TV to relax , not to find fault. I think The Last Ship is very entertaining. I look forward to it every week. With the exception of the character that played Dr. Tophet's wife, I think the acting is excellent. It is the subtle nuance of emotion that creates the realism. Such as a hard swallow or forceful exhale. My father was a Navy man. Emotion was not shown. As for what exposed skin can endure, I can only say I've seen numerous reality shows with people out in -50 conditions and they survive. As to how the crew acts. Again one must remember the premise of the show. No more governments, no rules, etc. So they operate the best they can. It's a TV show. Made for entertainment, which I feel it does very well. So relax and enjoy the show. If you want hard fact, watch the History channel. Just a suggestion.… Expand
  4. BogKid
    Jun 23, 2014
    8
    After seeing just the first episode: Frankly, I felt that the first episode was exciting and relatively suspenseful even though we already know the general direction the show will take. Pretty good characters, pretty good writing. My fear: That the "The Last Ship might follow the pattern of Andre Brougher's "Last Resort" which featured a terrific pilot followed immediately by a longAfter seeing just the first episode: Frankly, I felt that the first episode was exciting and relatively suspenseful even though we already know the general direction the show will take. Pretty good characters, pretty good writing. My fear: That the "The Last Ship might follow the pattern of Andre Brougher's "Last Resort" which featured a terrific pilot followed immediately by a long downhill slide. Let's watch and see. If a submarine can slide downhill in water, so can a destroyer.… Expand
  5. horusmaximus
    Jul 15, 2014
    7
    Shows don't have to be perfect to be entertaining. This one is no exception. It is at least a different twist on the "evil Man made a virus that wipes out the world" plot line. I've watched three episodes now and I find myself interested enough to want to see the next one. Action level are pretty good. Acting is pretty cliche and stilted to match the predictable dialog. The RussianShows don't have to be perfect to be entertaining. This one is no exception. It is at least a different twist on the "evil Man made a virus that wipes out the world" plot line. I've watched three episodes now and I find myself interested enough to want to see the next one. Action level are pretty good. Acting is pretty cliche and stilted to match the predictable dialog. The Russian nemesis is a good idea and adds a cat and mouse element to things but in this case it's a little more tense since the mouse can fight back and does.

    The characters tend to the melodramatic 95% of the time but they did add in a new character during their stop in Cuba that has some life in him, so hopefully THAT will become INFECTIOUS too, like the virus they are fighting. Most of the characters are likeable, though some get way more screen time than I'd care for and others not enough.

    Part of the show kind of has a USN recruiting video quality to it, might just be the stock footage of a destroyer they use.

    All in all, its still pretty entertaining and I don't think they've run out of potential quite yet so I'll stick around to the end of the season.    … Expand
  6. spartacus215
    Jun 3, 2016
    10
    OMG I just finished watching Season One of this Phenomenal show and I absolutely loved it. I'm a huge fan of post-apocalyptic shows and anything to do with deadly viruses as well and man this show nails it on the head. I will reiterate that I loved the show as well as the setting which is that a deadly virus breaks out and eighty percent of the worlds population dies and that a cure has toOMG I just finished watching Season One of this Phenomenal show and I absolutely loved it. I'm a huge fan of post-apocalyptic shows and anything to do with deadly viruses as well and man this show nails it on the head. I will reiterate that I loved the show as well as the setting which is that a deadly virus breaks out and eighty percent of the worlds population dies and that a cure has to be found and manufactured. The acting was spot on with a numerous amount of great actors including Rhona Mitra as Dr.Scott who was in the movie Doomsday and my favorite character Tex Nolan played by John Pyper-Ferguson. I also admired the script and the pace of Season One. I really enjoyed the drama build-up along with the blatant action scenes which were done wonderfully. I would recommend giving this show a try especially if you like Falling Skies. I would also like to state that you should give this show a chance don't watch the first episode and say screw it. I would watch at least 3 episodes and then decide and also the season finale for Season One is Epic and I personally am so stoked for Season Two to air on June 21st.… Expand
  7. krikaoli
    Aug 19, 2014
    9
    Must people here are too severe at its critics here, this a great show, a must watch. It is very exciting and the story is great. I wasn't hoping for a great serie, but it was much more than I thought!
  8. abelini
    Jun 23, 2014
    10
    So at first I was a bit pessimistic about the entire show taking place in a ship... but wow it's actually pretty good. I really hope it sticks around. There was already a few big explosions and lots of action. It's like The Walking Dead but in a ship.
  9. hamchuck
    Aug 1, 2014
    10
    I love this show. Finally a patriotic show that actually depicts our military in a good light. Good actors and scripts and of course the ship is pretty dang neat
  10. KyinHI
    Jul 1, 2014
    7
    While the plot and dialogue of this show can at times be simply laughable, I have to admit that I was hooked from the start. Don't watch this show expecting realism or any meaningful insights. But if you instead watch it for a nostalgic trip back to 80s B-rated action movies with the added bonus and flair of modern VFX, you won't be disappointed.
  11. Jimbob2k666
    Jul 4, 2014
    7
    Pretty decent show, but when they went to Guantanamo I just knew at some point the line "America doesn't negotiate with terrorists" would rear it's ugly head. I'm sick and tired of hearing this line in almost every single drama from the US. Get over yourselves with this line. Recent "goings on" clearly contradict this anyway.
  12. Chaeote
    Jul 14, 2014
    8
    It took me a bit to realize what this show is... but I have,

    Forget about the virus, it's just a MacGuffan to get the plot going. Let's replace "virus" with "we need to get home". What are we left with? A lone ship with no backup A crew that doesn't have any contact with it's central command, but maintains military protocol in order to keep functioning. And they must search out    It took me a bit to realize what this show is... but I have,

    Forget about the virus, it's just a MacGuffan to get the plot going. Let's replace "virus" with "we need to get home". What are we left with?

    A lone ship with no backup

    A crew that doesn't have any contact with it's central command, but maintains military protocol in order to keep functioning.

    And they must search out for supplies, allies, and other means in order to accomplish their goal.

    Sound familiar? It should.

    The Last Ship is Star Trek: Voyager!

    Luckily, I LIKED Voyager =)    … Expand
  13. Rikalonius
    Jul 19, 2014
    7
    As a 20 year Navy man I'm keenly aware of the many errors. That being said, there are less mistakes in the Navy's depiction than most shows I've seen. Compared to the dreck that was The Last Resort it is downright a Navy documentary. Well, except for the first battle in the first episode which was really nothing but schlock. The show does better when it doesn't do action. The plot,As a 20 year Navy man I'm keenly aware of the many errors. That being said, there are less mistakes in the Navy's depiction than most shows I've seen. Compared to the dreck that was The Last Resort it is downright a Navy documentary. Well, except for the first battle in the first episode which was really nothing but schlock. The show does better when it doesn't do action. The plot, unfortunately is paper thin, but the day to day of a destroyer crew in desperate times is entertaining and worth watching, though there are some groan inducing moments. I find the crew mostly believable, save the interaction of enlisted to officer, though that would probably be a lot more lax after the pandemic was discovered. The worst depictions are of the SEALs whom the creators have no idea how to use properly.… Expand
  14. Hopjohnkins
    Aug 21, 2014
    10
    Great Show. I look forward to it every week. I know there are inconsistencies on the show, but it is television. I actually use my imagination, unlike others. If you want completely accurate details....watch a documentary. I think the acting is good and it has a good story line. The show has gotten a lot better as the season moves on. I hope there is a 2nd season.
  15. debu99
    Aug 31, 2014
    10
    Surprisingly good show.. Didn't expect anything but it actually turned out pretty sweet.. The pase of the show is just right, not to much character building and enough action..

    Hope for season 2
  16. chickencoop
    Jun 27, 2014
    10
    Awesome show! What a situation, and amazing production values for a TV show. It's like Star Trek on the water, but with an actual mission! Great action, tense, with a sense of mystery. Next Battlestar Galactica? Lost?
  17. claforet
    Jul 6, 2014
    10
    The Last Ship, is a Great new show with lots of action. It is like watching a movie over several weeks, with high quality entertainment. This is a survival type show and those who like walking dead or falling skies will probably like this show too.
  18. rodericrinehart
    Jul 18, 2014
    7
    Solid summer throwaway show. Will probably watch it all as I'm curious to see where it goes. Kind of reminds me of a Robin Cook or Michael Crichton book. A little formulaic but still quite watchable.
  19. SchroederRock
    Aug 3, 2015
    7
    The Last Ship, in its first season, seems like it has such huge potential but never quite breaks through the mold entirely. Like Falling Skies, this end-of-the-world thriller thrives on drama more than anything. Some characters are believable and visceral, others are a little too rigid and unconvincing. While there are no real low points of the show, it also has a hard time completelyThe Last Ship, in its first season, seems like it has such huge potential but never quite breaks through the mold entirely. Like Falling Skies, this end-of-the-world thriller thrives on drama more than anything. Some characters are believable and visceral, others are a little too rigid and unconvincing. While there are no real low points of the show, it also has a hard time completely taking off - that's a shame given that anyone can see flashes of an excellent TV series here. Because Michael Bay is behind it, there will be opportunities to continue where other shows would likely be paused or dropped. Let's hope Bay and his crew can build on what is a decent foundation for good TV.… Expand
  20. Metalsand
    Jun 23, 2015
    8
    I'm often highly critical of many TV shows, probably more than what I'd consider fair. I came into this expecting something watchable, but through the first season I can say it's far better than I expected. Despite it being called "The Last Ship", the show has a diverse array of settings and is not formulaic.

    I'd say my strongest criticism is that it has a rocky start. The first    I'm often highly critical of many TV shows, probably more than what I'd consider fair. I came into this expecting something watchable, but through the first season I can say it's far better than I expected. Despite it being called "The Last Ship", the show has a diverse array of settings and is not formulaic.

    I'd say my strongest criticism is that it has a rocky start. The first episode was interesting, but the second episode was so generic and uninteresting I nearly stopped there. The series does create points in the plot where relative morality to a changing world becomes in question, but the characters just don't seem to care. If 85% of the world or whatever is killed by the plague, you would assume that the crew of the ship would put this into consideration. However, they do make this apparent in anyone not on the ship itself, so while annoying, it's not generically so. Also, some of the character motivations while complex, also seem lazy or simplified at times but in general the writing and directing is good enough for me not to mind.

    Overall, while I personally enjoy it, there are several flaws in the series which I can see other people not being able to accept. Comparatively to other TV shows, it's mechanically well done, but the second episode especially may be too cringe-worthy for people to bare.    … Expand
  21. WestLil0
    Jul 20, 2014
    7
    This show has promise and I hope the writers move into a higher "tech" theme than just floating through the world waiting for a cure to be completed by the usually not-believable scientist. The two main actors are very good, but the support roles of the others could be improved. I would like a little more action and less PC stuff, like letting the Russians get away with murdering a coupleThis show has promise and I hope the writers move into a higher "tech" theme than just floating through the world waiting for a cure to be completed by the usually not-believable scientist. The two main actors are very good, but the support roles of the others could be improved. I would like a little more action and less PC stuff, like letting the Russians get away with murdering a couple of the crew. No way. I would have blown them out of the water somehow.… Expand
  22. TheMikeT
    Jul 21, 2015
    8
    This had all the ingredients for a show I really didn't want to watch: Eric Dane chewing scenery, Rhona Mitra over/underacting (depending on how you look at it), a warship, Michael Bay... but, actually, it works.

    I'm a bit of a fan of dystopian Sci-Fi and I didn't suspect this would tickle my 'when's the next episode' button, but it has. Usually Eric Dane's sonorous tones are enough    This had all the ingredients for a show I really didn't want to watch: Eric Dane chewing scenery, Rhona Mitra over/underacting (depending on how you look at it), a warship, Michael Bay... but, actually, it works.

    I'm a bit of a fan of dystopian Sci-Fi and I didn't suspect this would tickle my 'when's the next episode' button, but it has.

    Usually Eric Dane's sonorous tones are enough to make me want to empty out the popcorn and use the bucket for something else and if I were honest, I do think he's miscast, but there's a host of decent supporting actors (surprisingly Alec Baldwin) that bring it on home.

    The flaws in this series are legion, but it's escapist, lightweight, shoot-em-up and run-away-to-fight-another-day stuff - the kind I was reading when I was 12 - and as such, if you don't dwell too deeply and don't hold it to any sort of adherence to the laws of physics, you will be fine.

    There is one technical decision they made that has been a plus - it could so easily have been a nuclear-powered ship, but making it dependent on oil has meant that there is always this nagging feeling about how long they can run before they need to resupply.

    The plot has more red herrings than an East Anglia fishmarket, but it isn't hard to see where things are going, so its a comfortable level of distraction.

    All in all, I was excited to see series 2, which is either a condemnation of the rest of the offerings or a surprising bolster to the credibility of The Last Ship as a vehicle to entertain.    … Expand
  23. TheWaffle
    Jul 7, 2014
    8
    I love the premise of the show. It's World War Z meets Battlestar Galactica. The Last Ship often fails to be believable, but it's always fun enough to get away with it. There are some "seriously guys?" moments, like when they make a radar decoy for a massive naval destroyer using two sticks and ten feet of aluminum foil. The bad guys are laughably evil, the good guys are impossibly good,I love the premise of the show. It's World War Z meets Battlestar Galactica. The Last Ship often fails to be believable, but it's always fun enough to get away with it. There are some "seriously guys?" moments, like when they make a radar decoy for a massive naval destroyer using two sticks and ten feet of aluminum foil. The bad guys are laughably evil, the good guys are impossibly good, but when we have moments like "America doesn't negotiate with terrorists" or five American soldiers fighting off five Russian helicopters, I just let it go and have a good time.… Expand
  24. AGarcia732
    Jul 16, 2014
    8
    WHY ARE SO MANY PEOPLE REMINDED OF "STAR TREK"? Anyway...

    OK, granted, some very observant viewers have found many flaws, mistakes, and errors within the episodes of "The Last Ship". (They'd make great staff for Jeremy over at the YouTube channel Cinema Sins! Those who haven't seen this channel should watch their videos. Their funny. Anyway...) But if I wanted a show to be all    WHY ARE SO MANY PEOPLE REMINDED OF "STAR TREK"? Anyway...

    OK, granted, some very observant viewers have found many flaws, mistakes, and errors within the episodes of "The Last Ship". (They'd make great staff for Jeremy over at the YouTube channel Cinema Sins! Those who haven't seen this channel should watch their videos. Their funny. Anyway...)

    But if I wanted a show to be all scientific, accurate and whatnot, then I'd watch the National Geographic or Discovery Channel. The mistakes aren't TOO obvious to the average TV viewer. I do have to admit at times “The Last Ship” feels slightly like a Navy “recruitment ad for the apocalypse”. The show does have some cheesy lines and what are (for now) cardboard cutout characters. And to top it off, the show isn’t much like the book it’s based on (but I could honestly care less about that). However, the reason this show is good is because it’s fun. It’s entertaining. I don’t expect it to be the next groundbreaking epic TV show like The Walking Dead, or Game of Thrones, or Breaking Bad…I just want a fun hour of entertainment. It’s like a “dumb” B-action movie. Leave logic at the door and have fun.

    If you liked this review, read my other ones on movies, TV shows, and videogames. I have reviewed the 2014 films Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, Transformers: Age of Extinction, Edge of Tomorrow, X-Men Days of Future Past, Godzilla, Blended, The Amazing Spider-Man 2, Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit, The Lego Movie, and more. I am actually still trying to find time for other film reviews, such as Robocop, Non-Stop, Divergent, Need for Speed, The Monuments Men, etc. I also review TV shows, such as : Fox's "Sleepy Hollow", ABC's "Marvel's Agents of SHIELD", CW's "The 100", Fox's "I Wanna Marry Harry", NBC's "Crisis", Fox's "Gang Related" and more.

    Good bye! Sincerely, AG732.    … Expand
  25. GregPrice
    Jun 19, 2015
    9
    I would have given it a 9.8 or 9.9 but the box doesn't allow partial points.

    Great cast chemistry and writing. My only real let-down was the "twist" in the season finale, which felt a little like it had been written by Glenn Beck or a Tea Partier ("ehvul gubment" killing the "lesser sort" to favor "artists", "intellectuals", etc). Would have been more logical if it were the    I would have given it a 9.8 or 9.9 but the box doesn't allow partial points.

    Great cast chemistry and writing. My only real let-down was the "twist" in the season finale, which felt a little like it had been written by Glenn Beck or a Tea Partier ("ehvul gubment" killing the "lesser sort" to favor "artists", "intellectuals", etc). Would have been more logical if it were the hard-Right/Koch brothers crowd in charge.    … Expand
  26. lukechristiansc
    Nov 10, 2014
    10
    i never knew that a show created by Hank Steinberg (aka the creator of Without of a Trance) , and produced by Micheal Bay was Better !!!!!!!!!!! i do not know Seinberg he was like Tom Clancy he created the show so brilliant , imagination and the army was so brilliant , Micheal Bay did not ruin the show which is the reason why people loved it anyway Bay made the show awesome hisi never knew that a show created by Hank Steinberg (aka the creator of Without of a Trance) , and produced by Micheal Bay was Better !!!!!!!!!!! i do not know Seinberg he was like Tom Clancy he created the show so brilliant , imagination and the army was so brilliant , Micheal Bay did not ruin the show which is the reason why people loved it anyway Bay made the show awesome his vision + Seinberg's vision + co-creator Steve kane's visiom = It's like Brilliant with awesome explosion's it's something army fans needed. Thank God !!!!! they did not let Micheal Bay ruin it was his sexual not so perfect girls and stereotypes , but still Micheal Bay got mixed reviews as he always does. Picture Pearl Harbor but like in the distance future !!!!!!! with more Groundbreaking effects !!!!!!!!! , Thank You Bay !!!!!!!. Grade A… Expand
  27. Spaff
    Jul 13, 2014
    10
    The show is great, very underrated. The plot reminds me of Star Trek, a US battleship on a vast ocean, in a post apocalyptic world fighting evil forces to resurrect a virtuous world. Hmmmmmm, maybe after the next election we can do that for real. Lol.
  28. Cacarot
    Jun 26, 2014
    8
    The show takes of Slow but Accelerate very fast towards the end which is in my opinion Interesting. The Show looks promising But to go throw with such a concept for a show is not Clear in my mind.
    My only curiosity is to know how would they carry with this story without making it a drag.
    Hope they do justice with the start. The show is promising, GO FOR IT :)
  29. InferiousGamer
    Aug 11, 2014
    8
    A really great show to watch with a very interesting plot line. I nice show to sit down and watch during the evening after having a long day at school!
  30. NotoriousFraud
    Oct 8, 2015
    7
    It has a few cheese moments in some episodes, but that does not necessarily negate the blockbuster thrills that are to be had in this flawed but immensely enjoyable first season.
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60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. The Lincoln Journal Star
    Reviewed by: Jeff Korbelik
    Jun 30, 2014
    83
    It’s been a “24”-like thrill ride so far, with baddies coming at the ship right and left to get their hands on the doc and the in-the-works cure.
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  2. The Oregonian
    Reviewed by: Kristi Turnquist
    Jun 24, 2014
    40
    The Last Ship aims for a big-canvas feel, but based on the first three episodes, the one-dimensional characters and action movie cliché dialogue ("Guys, let's do this thing!") make it feel cramped.
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  3. Boston Herald
    Reviewed by: Mark A. Perigard
    Jun 23, 2014
    50
    The Last Ship is a naval recruitment ad for the apocalypse, and these waters look shallow. Careful before sticking your toe in.
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