The writers’ strike is definitely having an impact on shows, and “Lost” is no exception. With the lack of a resolution for writers, the creators of “Lost” may be forced to air a shortened season. The original plan for the show was a return to the air in February – with a full “re-run free” season. With the lack of writers to pen the show, however, the show may have to run the eight episodes that they have already filmed, leaving the remaining eight episodes for the following season. Series creator/exec producer Damon Lindelof has said that the eighth hour is a cliffhanger, so it would work to end the season with that show.