The sudden disappearance of 2% of the world's population on October 14th, and its ramifications for modern society; more specifically, the town of Mapleton, NY.
Kevin Garvey's family life and professional life, while struggling with his mental stability.
Three years after millions of people suddenly vanished, police chief Kevin Garvey juggles personal and professional challenges, while the lives of Laurie, an unexpected member of the Guilty Remnant, and Meg, a recently engaged young woman, converge.
As Kevin pays a visit to a therapist, Tom and Christine wind up in a precarious situation, Meg is asked to let go of the past, and Jill and Aimee tail a local celebrity.
Reverend Matt Jamison struggles to hold onto his church in the wake of threats and debts, and is forced to launch a desperate, last-minute plan to come up with the cash to keep it.
Kevin retrieves a surprise detainee from a neighboring police station and receives unexpected visitors at home, while Tom and Christine run into trouble, and the Guilty Remnant put its stamp on the holiday season.
Laurie is put to the test in the wake of a brutal hate crime, while Kevin turns down an outside offer to rid the town of its problems, and Matt brings his pulpit to the street.
Nora attends the Second Annual DROP conference in New York, and discovers that her ID has been pinched. While wearing a "Guest" badge, she comes across an amorous salesman, a best-selling author and a rogue attendee.
Kevin orders an APB to track his escaped father down, Jill attempts to break an endurance record, and a disillusioned Tom makes an unsettling discovery.
As Kevin fears he's losing touch with reality, Jill confronts Aimee about her relationship with him. Meanwhile, Meg has a violent encounter with Matt, and Nora confronts Laurie.
In 2011, Kevin tracks down a deer in Mapleton, while his father receives an honor, and his son connects with his past. Meanwhile, Laurie receives expected news, and Nora attends a job interview.
