The Last Ship (2014-2018) is a gripping post-apocalyptic television series based on William Brinkley’s novel. The story follows the USS Nathan James, a Navy destroyer that becomes humanity’s last hope after a global pandemic decimates over 80% of the world’s population.

Led by Commander Tom Chandler (Eric Dane), the crew discovers their mission scientist Dr. Rachel Scott (Rhona Mitra) has been secretly working on a cure. With Executive Officer Mike Slattery (Adam Baldwin) and their loyal crew, they navigate a transformed world where nations have collapsed and various factions battle for power and resources.

Throughout its five-season run, the series combines intense naval warfare with complex character dynamics as the crew faces numerous threats—from rogue military leaders to hostile foreign powers—while working to distribute the cure and rebuild civilization. The show earned praise for its realistic portrayal of naval operations, impressive action sequences, and exploration of themes like duty, sacrifice, and hope in the face of civilization’s collapse.