Overview

• Juliette Lewis’s character, Natalie, was permanently written off in the Season 2 finale, raising questions about creative differences and actor preferences.
• Lewis cited a preference for shorter commitments in TV series, confirming her departure after two seasons and expressing a stronger interest in filmmaking.
• Fan theories about behind-the-scenes conflicts were fueled by Lewis’s Instagram post hinting at dissatisfaction with Natalie’s portrayal before Season 2 aired.
• Sophie Thatcher emphasized teenage Natalie’s role as the group’s moral compass, noting her leadership and unwavering humanity in the wilderness timeline.
• With Natalie’s absence in the adult timeline, Season 3 highlighted the group’s loss of a stabilizing figure, amplifying the chaos and uncertainty in their dynamics.