Lena Headey and Gillian Anderson face off in Netflix's 'The Abandons' this December

Entertainment Dec 03, 2025

Netflix is dropping a new Western drama, The Abandons, on December 4.
Set in the gritty 1850s American frontier, the show follows two fierce matriarchs—played by Lena Headey and Gillian Anderson—as they clash over land and power.

Gritty themes and a stacked cast

Expect plenty of betrayal, secrets, and survival as the story unfolds in Washington Territory.
Alongside Headey and Anderson, you'll see Ryan Hurst, Nick Robinson, Diana Silvers, Lamar Johnson, Natalia del Riego—and more—bringing this intense family feud to life.
The series is already getting buzz for its strong ensemble cast and dramatic storyline.