Begin your holiday season with our Channel Surfing TV picks. Sons of Anarchy creator Kurt Sutter goes the Western route with The Abandons. The Fraggles return with the special The First Snow of Fraggle Rock. Then, a popular franchise goes the alternate history route with Spartacus: House of Ashur.
The Wild Wild West
Kurt Sutter explored the world of motor cycle clubs with his series Sons of Anarchy and Mayans M.C. His latest project focuses on a different type of outlaws. These reside in the Old West in the mid 19th century.
The Abandons revolves around two matriarchs and their respective families. On one side is affluence and power while on the other is a found group of outcasts who rely on each other to survive. At the center of it all is a dispute over coveted land.
Stream The Abandons beginning Thursday, December 4, on Netflix.
Spreading Holiday Cheer
We’re not the only ones who celebrate the holidays. Those fun loving, song singing, underground dwelling Fraggles have their own traditions this time of year. The First Snow of Fraggle Rock is the second special from the most recent reboot.
The first snow of the year in Fraggle Rock proves to be underwhelming and it causes a ripple effect within the community including affecting Gobo’s song writing abilities. He decides to head into Outer Space searching for inspiration.
The First Snow of Fraggle Rock debuts Friday, December 5, on Apple TV+.
Battle for Glory
Spartacus is a drama inspired by the historical figure of the same name. He served as a decorated gladiator in the arenas and led an uprising against the Roman Empire. The upcoming Spartacus: House of Ashur serves as a sequel with a twist.
As the name implies, Nick E. Tarabay returns to his role from the original. If you’re a little confused, the show takes place in an alternate history where he was not killed, and instead, was given the gladiator school where he learned the trade. Unfortunately, the school has hit hard times and he must turn it around beginning with a promising new female fighter.
The first two episodes of Spartacus: House of Ashur air Friday, December 5, on Starz.
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