9.043 minSeason 1 • Episode 8
LatestWith a course now plotted for their final destination, the Magus crew suddenly finds itself in complete chaos when a member of their own is shot dead, leading Jahel to call upon the spirit of the Boiúna to help, against the wishes of her father. The crew's quest is threatened further by the unknown killer, as the situation continues to spiral out of control.
Wildlife expert and TV personality Emmet Cole sets course around the world with his wife, Tess, and son, Lincoln, while filming what would become one of the most popular shows in television. After he goes missing deep in the Amazon, his family, friends and crew set out on a mysterious and deadly journey to find him.
Direction
Oren Peli's shaky-cam mastery in jungle chaos
Practical Effects
Filmed in Hawaii standing in for Amazon
Acting
Bruce Greenwood's haunting absent-presence
Creators
Michael R. Perry, Oren Peli
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
ABC marketed this as their next Lost, then cancelled it after eight episodes when it lost half its premiere audience.
The Boiuna is based on actual Amazon folklore—a massive snake spirit believed to be the river itself, hungry for respect.
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