The novel that inspired the series was partially based on the real crash of Afriqiyah Airways Flight 771 on May 12, 2010, in which all 103 passengers and crew died except a 9-year-old boy.

Apple TV+ greenlit a ten-episode season in February 2022, with the series developed by Jason Katims from Ann Napolitano's novel of the same name.

Colin O'Brien was cast in the title role of Edward, alongside Connie Britton and Taylor Schilling, who were announced to star early in the casting process.

Fisher Stevens directed the pilot episode of the series.

Production began in New York City in March 2022, with filming taking place at Central Park.

Brian d'Arcy James joined the recurring cast in April 2022, playing Edward's father Bruce Adler.

The show was released with its first three episodes available immediately on February 3, 2023, followed by weekly episode drops.

Despite a generally favorable critical reception, with a 57% Rotten Tomatoes score and a 61/100 Metacritic score, the series was canceled by Apple TV+ after just one season in April 2023.