ABC picks up 'Flash Forward'

ABC has ordered Flash Forward as part of its 2009-10 season.

The show, billed as the new Lost, has been picked up for a 13-episode order.

The network recently aired promos of the show during its Lost ad breaks, suggesting a pickup was on the cards.

Sonya Walger, Christine Woods and Jack Davenport star in the drama, which focuses on the chaos following a global blackout.