Ever wondered when the Robinsons, that super-cool spacefaring family from Lost in Space, actually got, well, lost?
Now, here's where things get a little... shall we say, *spacy*? The original 1960s series never explicitly states the year. It's like trying to find a parking spot on Black Friday - frustrating!
Original Series: A Vague Future
The opening narration of the original series states the Jupiter 2 launched in October 1997. This seems definitive, right? Hold your horses! Space horses, that is.
Think of 1997 as a suggestion, not a hard and fast rule. Back in the 60s, 1997 probably sounded super futuristic. Like, flying cars and robot butlers futuristic!
My grandma used to think we'd all have jetpacks by now. Sadly, she was wrong. And the show’s loose interpretation of time proves we can’t really rely on that 1997 date.
The Reboot: A More Concrete Timeline
Fast forward to the Netflix reboot. This is where the timeline gets a serious upgrade! Think of it like going from a rotary phone to a smartphone.
The reboot establishes that the *Resolute* (the mothership) launches in 2046. Okay, now we're talking! A real, actual year!
Then, the Jupiter ships, carrying the colonists, embark a few months later. So, we're safely in late 2046 or early 2047. Finally, some concrete numbers!
Why the Difference?
The original Lost in Space was all about Saturday morning fun. So exact dates weren't a high priority. Think bright spacesuits and a mischievous robot!
The Netflix series is a more dramatic, character-driven show. And with that approach comes the need for a clearer sense of time and place. It is important for more serious storytelling.
Imagine trying to follow a complicated plot if you didn’t even know what year it was! Chaos! Pure, unadulterated space chaos!
So, What's the Final Answer?
For the original series? Let's call it "around 1997-ish." A vague, future-y time. It's more about the adventure than the calendar, after all.
But for the reboot, mark your calendars (or your star charts): late 2046/early 2047. That’s when the Robinsons’ new adventure officially kicks off.
Ultimately, does it *really* matter? The heart of Lost in Space is the family dynamic and the thrill of exploration. Robot, dangers and all.
Whether it's 1997 or 2047, the Robinsons teach us about courage, resilience, and the importance of sticking together. In space, and back on Earth!
So, the next time someone asks you when Lost in Space is set, you can confidently say: "It depends! But get ready for a wild ride, no matter what!"
