The Lost Boy (Gossip Girl)
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"The Lost Boy" is the 46nd episode of the CW
television series, Gossip Girl
. It was also the third episode of the show's third season
. The episode was written by Robert Hull and directed by Jean de Segonzac
. It originally aired on Monday, September 28, 2009 on the CW
.
"The Lost Boy" shows Blair Waldorf
(Leighton Meester
) and Chuck Bass
(Ed Westwick
) plotting against each other when a particular item up for bid at Sotheby's raises their personal interests. Serena van der Woodsen
(Blake Lively
) suspects Carter Baizen's (Sebastian Stan
) return to his old habits while Georgina Sparks
(Michelle Trachtenburg) sets her sights on Dan Humphrey
(Penn Badgley
). Secrets are uncovered as Vanessa Abrams
(Jessica Szohr
) finds that Scott Rosson (Chris Riggi
) might not whom he seems to be and Bree Buckley's (Joanna Garcia
) intentions with Nate Archibald
(Chace Crawford
) are revealed.
vest, Joie blouse and Rag & Bone
skirt when filming the final scene of the episode where Serena meets up with Carter Baizen. Jessica Szohr was dressed a JMM blouse for a scene involving the guest star Chris Riggi's character, Scott Rosson.
(“Mercy
“) we’re lucky to have her at all." Graham considered the storyline for Chuck and Blair fighting over an auctioned photo "forced" but found the cause of both characters wanting to claim it to be interesting. Graham also praised Blair's self-conviction. "[...] it’s understandable for Blair to automatically assume that she’s been selected for a secret society, as she believes it to be her right."
On reviewing the episode, Graham considered it "mid-season-esque" and was disappointed that the show did not improve on the previous episode. "It looks like Gossip Girl, while not exactly setting the world on fire, continues to give us just enough to keep us interested. Oh, and then there’s the cryptic exchange between Bree and Carter, maybe that character will actually gain a dimension."
"The Lost Boy" was watched by 2.33 million of viewers, which is a increase from the previous episode
, which was watched by 1.96 million of viewers. However, the episode have a 47% increase in million of viewers in the Live + 7 DVR Ratings, bringing the total of viewers up to 3.0 million of viewers.
The CW Television Network
The CW Television Network is a television network in the United States launched at the beginning of the 2006–2007 television season. It is a joint venture between CBS Corporation, the former owners of United Paramount Network , and Time Warner's Warner Bros., former majority owner of The WB...
television series, Gossip Girl
Gossip Girl (TV series)
Gossip Girl is an American teen drama television series based on the book series of the same name written by Cecily von Ziegesar. The series was created by Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage, and premiered on The CW on September 19, 2007...
. It was also the third episode of the show's third season
Gossip Girl (season 3)
The third season of Gossip Girl, an American teen drama based upon the book series by Cecily von Ziegesar. Developed for television by Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage. Airing on The CW from September 14, 2009 to May 17, 2010 with 22 episodes...
. The episode was written by Robert Hull and directed by Jean de Segonzac
Jean de Segonzac
Jean R. B. de Segonzac is a director, screenwriter and cinematographer who has worked in documentaries and television programs...
. It originally aired on Monday, September 28, 2009 on the CW
The CW Television Network
The CW Television Network is a television network in the United States launched at the beginning of the 2006–2007 television season. It is a joint venture between CBS Corporation, the former owners of United Paramount Network , and Time Warner's Warner Bros., former majority owner of The WB...
.
"The Lost Boy" shows Blair Waldorf
Blair Waldorf
Blair Cornelia Waldorf is the main character of Gossip Girl, introduced in the original series of novels and also appearing in their television and manga adaptations. Described as "a girl of extremes" by creator Cecily von Ziegesar, she is a comical overachiever who possesses both snobbish and...
(Leighton Meester
Leighton Meester
Leighton Marissa Meester is an American actress and singer. Meester first garnered attention for playing Blair Waldorf in the CW television series Gossip Girl...
) and Chuck Bass
Chuck Bass
Charles Bartholomew "Chuck" Bass is a fictional character in the Gossip Girl series of teen novels and the television series of the same name. He is portrayed by English actor Ed Westwick. Although he is a secondary, antagonistic character in the original book series, in the television series Chuck...
(Ed Westwick
Ed Westwick
Edward Jack P. "Ed" Westwick is an English actor and musician, best known for his role as Chuck Bass in the main cast on the American television series Gossip Girl.-Early life and career:...
) plotting against each other when a particular item up for bid at Sotheby's raises their personal interests. Serena van der Woodsen
Serena van der Woodsen
Serena Celia van der Woodsen is a fictional character in the young adult novel series Gossip Girl and its television adaptation. Serena is featured on the blog of the novel series' mysterious "Gossip Girl" narrator...
(Blake Lively
Blake Lively
Blake Christina Lively is an American actress and model who stars as Serena van der Woodsen in the television teen drama series Gossip Girl...
) suspects Carter Baizen's (Sebastian Stan
Sebastian Stan
Sebastian Stan is a Romanian-born American actor. He is best known for playing Prince Jack Benjamin on the television drama Kings and Carter Baizen on Gossip Girl.-Early life:...
) return to his old habits while Georgina Sparks
Georgina Sparks
Georgina Sparks is a fictional character in the Gossip Girl novel series and a recurring character on the television series Gossip Girl. She is portrayed by actress Michelle Trachtenberg on the show...
(Michelle Trachtenburg) sets her sights on Dan Humphrey
Dan Humphrey
Daniel Randolph "Dan" Humphrey is a fictional character in the best selling Gossip Girl book series. He is the main male character in the television series of the same name and is portrayed by Penn Badgley. Daniel Humphrey is the son of Rufus Humphrey and has a younger sister, Jenny Humphrey. His...
(Penn Badgley
Penn Badgley
Penn Dayton Badgley is an American actor. He is best known for his role as Dan Humphrey on the CW television series Gossip Girl. He has also starred in the movies John Tucker Must Die, The Stepfather, and Easy A....
). Secrets are uncovered as Vanessa Abrams
Vanessa Abrams
Vanessa Abrams is a fictional character in the book series Gossip Girl. She is portrayed by Jessica Szohr in the television series of the same name.-Novel series:...
(Jessica Szohr
Jessica Szohr
Jessica Karen Szohr is an American actress. Szohr began her screen career starring on television shows such as CSI: Miami and What About Brian...
) finds that Scott Rosson (Chris Riggi
Chris Riggi
Christopher "Chris" Riggi is an American actor, best known for his role as Scott Rosson in the TV series Gossip Girl, and Jacob White in the Twilight Parody film, Vampires Suck, which was released in the US on August 18, 2010....
) might not whom he seems to be and Bree Buckley's (Joanna Garcia
Joanna García
Joanna Leanna García is an American television and film actress. She is known for her portrayal of Cheyenne Hart Montgomery on The CW sitcom Reba...
) intentions with Nate Archibald
Nate Archibald (Gossip Girl)
Nathaniel Fitzwilliam "Nate" Archibald is a character in the best selling Gossip Girl book series. He is portrayed by Chace Crawford in the television series of the same name...
(Chace Crawford
Chace Crawford
Christopher Chace Crawford , better known as Chace Crawford, is an American actor. He currently portrays Nate Archibald on the CW television drama Gossip Girl.-Early life:...
) are revealed.
Fashion
A scene in the episode shows Blair and Serena in a catch-up session in Central Park. Meester's Blair wore a Diane von Furstenberg top, a Vince skirt and Valentino bag. Blake Lively's Serena, in a Matthew Williamson dress and Treesje bag for a catch-up session. Lively later wore a Matthew WilliamsonMatthew Williamson
Matthew Williamson is an English fashion designer. His collections often have an Indian influence, perhaps related to the time Williamson spent working in India for the clothing store Monsoon...
vest, Joie blouse and Rag & Bone
Rag & bone
rag & bone is an American fashion label founded in 2002. Currently the brand is based in New York City and is headed by business and design partners David Neville and Marcus Wainwright.-Background:...
skirt when filming the final scene of the episode where Serena meets up with Carter Baizen. Jessica Szohr was dressed a JMM blouse for a scene involving the guest star Chris Riggi's character, Scott Rosson.
Reception
"The Lost Boy" received mixed reviews from critics. Michelle Graham from Film School Rejects negatively reviewed the character of Scott and his actor, Chris Riggi, noting his lack of presence "[...] if his storyline this week wasn’t so fundamental to the progression of the rest of the season, I’d probably have forgotten him again. Graham panned Riggi's portrayal of Scott, stating "[He] seems to only do two moods, bland and irate bland." Graham praised the return of Georgina but felt that the character of Scott was bringing down Georgina. "It’s a pity we lose her flair along with his sour puss, but since she’s got a regular spot over on the new medical drama on NBCNBC
The National Broadcasting Company is an American commercial broadcasting television network and former radio network headquartered in the GE Building in New York City's Rockefeller Center with additional major offices near Los Angeles and in Chicago...
(“Mercy
Mercy
Mercy is broad term that refers to benevolence, forgiveness and kindness in a variety of ethical, religious, social and legal contexts.The concept of a "Merciful God" appears in various religions from Christianity to...
“) we’re lucky to have her at all." Graham considered the storyline for Chuck and Blair fighting over an auctioned photo "forced" but found the cause of both characters wanting to claim it to be interesting. Graham also praised Blair's self-conviction. "[...] it’s understandable for Blair to automatically assume that she’s been selected for a secret society, as she believes it to be her right."
On reviewing the episode, Graham considered it "mid-season-esque" and was disappointed that the show did not improve on the previous episode. "It looks like Gossip Girl, while not exactly setting the world on fire, continues to give us just enough to keep us interested. Oh, and then there’s the cryptic exchange between Bree and Carter, maybe that character will actually gain a dimension."
"The Lost Boy" was watched by 2.33 million of viewers, which is a increase from the previous episode
The Freshman (Gossip Girl)
"The Freshman" is the 45th episode of the CW television series, Gossip Girl. It was also the third episode of the show's third season. The episode was written by Amanda Lasher and directed by Norman Buckley...
, which was watched by 1.96 million of viewers. However, the episode have a 47% increase in million of viewers in the Live + 7 DVR Ratings, bringing the total of viewers up to 3.0 million of viewers.