Netflix 1854 Western Thriller The Abandons Debuts with Star-Studded Cast

Netflix continues to expand its diverse slate of original content with several notable releases and premieres. The time-traveling series The Way Home, starring Andie MacDowell and Chyler Leigh, recently became available on Netflix and is gaining popularity for its heartfelt, character-driven story about family, reconciliation, and confronting past regrets. Meanwhile, action fans can stream The Running Man, a violent and colorful 1987 sci-fi film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger as a reluctant hero in a dystopian reality show, praised for its tension and vibrant characters. Netflix also premiered A House of Dynamite, a highly acclaimed 2025 political thriller directed by Kathryn Bigelow, which explores the tense, realistic scenario of a nuclear missile threat facing the U.S., featuring a strong ensemble cast led by Idris Elba. Additionally, the platform is set to debut The Abandons, a Western series likened to Game of Thrones for its intense family drama and social conflict set in 1854 Washington Territory, starring Gillian Anderson and Lena Headey. These offerings highlight Netflix's commitment to delivering varied genres from intense dramas to action and historical thrillers, appealing to wide audiences.