Charles Farneli, Travis Van Vincley
The “last ship” is a high-share military drama that follows the USS Nathan James crew, a maritime fighter that may be the last hope of humanity due to a global pandemic. With intense maritime action, political intrigue, and dilemmas of survival, the series provides a thrilling blend of strategy, combat and emotional depth.
Inspired by William Brinkley’s novel, the show reinforces the suspension of a realistic image of military life, which is essential for fans of war dramas and post-apocalyptic thrillers.
After the deadly virus erases the majority of the world’s population, the USS Nathan James crew, led by Captain Tom Chandler (Eric Danin), is entrusted with the task of finding healing and remains humanity.
With limited resources, enemy dangers, and liability, the crew should view deadly clashes in the sea, in the battles of political power, and in moral dilemmas. Each season expands the conflict to survive before the restoration of civilization, the introduction of new enemies, unexpected alliances, and naval battles