Well, last week's episode of "Lost" left much to be desired, but after a bewildering guest appearance by Bai Ling, this week promises a more fun choice: Cheech Marin is playing Hurley's dad in a flashback!

Called "Tricia Tanaka is Dead," tonight's episode features Hurley's flashbacks while in "real time" he discovers a wrecked car on the island, leading him on a mission of hope. Sawyer and Kate reunite with the other original island folk, but Kate is still determined to help Jack.

I love how the "Lost" promos are threatening us with social inadequacy: “If you miss this episode, you won’t know what everyone is talking about in the morning!” I think it just means I'll be well-rested on Thursday, but to watch the preview, read more

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