Based on the novel “Earth Abides” by George R
Scenario
After months of isolation, Isherwood “Ish” Williams, discovers that most of the world has fallen victim to a mysterious illness. However, despite his instincts to isolate himself further, Ish leads the charge to develop a new civilization. Stewart.
Ish seems like a normal person trapped in a dead world
Referenced in Korman Productions Deep Dive TV Podcast: Earth Abides on MGM+ Deep Dive Episode 1 “Alone” with Dave and Stacie (2024). You either seem to accept it and try to move on or kill yourself. Ish decides to move on and make the best of it.
We don’t know his backstory
Was he a loner, a criminal, or just a regular guy? With all the solar panels on the roofs and batteries, grab some EVs and off you go. Plant some crops and stock up on canned goods.
I look forward to the next episodes
After encountering 2 survivors on his travels, he has some hope for the future, so why not prepare for the future? Personally, I would find an underground bunker and stay hidden from whatever is to come. “One Hundred Years of Solitude” is one of the biggest TV and streaming premieres this month.