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Netflix's 'The Abandons': 1854 Feud with Star-Studded Cast

10/2/2025

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The Abandons premieres December 4, 2025, on Netflix, starring Gillian Anderson and Lena Headey.
Set in 1854 Washington Territory, it follows a feud between matriarchs Constance Van Ness (Anderson) and Fiona Nolan (Headey).
Kurt Sutter created the series, but production faced budget cuts and fewer episodes.
The cast includes Nick Robinson, Lucas Till, and Diana Silvers, delivering a society-focused narrative.

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Story summary

The Abandons premieres December 4, 2025, on Netflix, starring Gillian Anderson and Lena Headey.
Set in 1854 Washington Territory, it follows a feud between matriarchs Constance Van Ness (Anderson) and Fiona Nolan (Headey).
Kurt Sutter created the series, but production faced budget cuts and fewer episodes.
The cast includes Nick Robinson, Lucas Till, and Diana Silvers, delivering a society-focused narrative.