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Gore, language as U.S. frontier families feud in drama show.
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The Abandons
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What's the Story?
THE ABANDONS is set on the Western U.S. frontier in 1854. In Angel's Ridge, Constance Van Ness (Gillian Anderson) eyes a piece of land that will complete her family's legacy. On that land sit several families, most notably Fiona Nolan (Lena Headey) and a group of outcasts as her chosen wards. Nolan won't budge on the territory, and Van Ness will do anything to own it and the silver that lies beneath. As corruption, crime, romance, and rivalry rages in the background, the two women clash on the frontier.
Is It Any Good?
This series is a gripping battle between matriarchs on the frontier. The Abandons is intense, bloody, and brutal. Focusing on the perspectives of two women with influence and power is a refreshing approach in the Western genre. Anderson and Headey give strong performances as their complicated, ruthless characters. This series is definitely not for younger kids, and parents should mind the violence, language, sex, and drinking.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about violence in The Abandons. What effect does the constant punishing violence in this show have? Do you think it's necessary to the story? What's the impact of media violence on kids?
Despite the feuding, disagreements, and animosity between them, sometimes the clashing family members work together. How is this "teamwork" from opposing sides portrayed in this series? Does this affect the dynamics between the characters? How do people work with people they don't like in the real world?
TV Details
- Premiere date : December 4, 2025
- Cast : Gillian Anderson , Lena Headey , Nick Robinson
- Network : Netflix
- Genre : Drama
- Topics : Faith ( Christianity ) , Family Stories ( Adoptees and Foster Kids , Moms , Siblings )
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- Last updated : December 8, 2025
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