Pushing Daisies is a cult classic that people still can’t get enough of almost 16 years after it was abruptly canceled in 2009. Created by Brian Fuller, the romantic dark comedy starred Lee Pace ...

Pushing Daisies ran for two seasons on ABC from 2007 to 2009. The series followed a pie maker named Ned, who possesses the ability to bring the dead back to life with a single touch.

Pushing Daisies was originally made in a time of national optimism; its particular brand of willful sunniness may be even better suited to a time when we're less likely to look on the bright side.

Despite the behind-the-scenes drama, “Pushing Daisies” continues to score high praise — and the backing of a hefty marketing campaign by ABC. Show bows Wednesday, Oct. 3, at 8 p.m.

Pushing Daisies ’ kookiness is reminiscent of later hits like The Good Place and Netflix’s A Series of Unfortunate Events but remains stunningly original for a now-14-year-old show, so to see ...