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Downton Star to Survivalist in New Netflix Thriller
6 Oct
Summary
- Netflix series Feral features Michelle Dockery, Genevieve O'Reilly, and Quintessa Swindell.
- The show follows four women forced to survive a lethal island after corporate deals go wrong.
- Production for the seven-episode series is scheduled to begin in Australia this year.
Netflix has officially ordered the drama series Feral, with Michelle Dockery, Genevieve O'Reilly, and Quintessa Swindell set to lead the cast. Jessica Gunning was previously announced for a leading role, and Dolly de Leon has also joined the ensemble. The series is based on Shirley Conran's 1987 novel, Savages.
Feral chronicles the story of four women accompanying their mining executive husbands on a corporate holiday to a remote, dangerous tropical island. When the men's illicit activities put everyone in jeopardy, the women are left to fend for themselves in the jungle.
They must confront the harsh environment and interpersonal conflicts to survive. The series explores themes of self-discovery, resilience, and the strength found in unexpected circumstances. Creator Jude Mack describes it as a "wild, messy journey of self-discovery."
The seven-episode series will be directed by Emma Freeman. Production is slated to begin in Australia in 2026. The show promises to push its extraordinary female characters to extremes, revealing their capacity for both brutal survival and unexpected camaraderie.
