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Girl in the Shed: The Kidnapping of Abby Hernandez on Lifetime – Cast & Photos of the True Story

Girl in the Shed: The Kidnapping of Abby Hernandez is an original Lifetime Channel movie joining the 2022 lineup after a successful run of ‘Caught in his Web.‘ This movie tells the true story of behind the kidnapping of Abby Hernandez. It will premiere on Lifetime on February 26, 2022.


What is Girl in the Shed: The Kidnapping of Abby Hernandez About?

Girl in the Shed: The Kidnapping of Abby Hernandez tells the true story of 14-year old freshman, Abby Hernandez. Abby (Lindsay Navarro) vanished while walking home from her high school in New Hampshire. This kicked off a statewide search for Abby, leaving her mom Zenya and the entire community contemplating her whereabouts.

Abby was kidnapped by Kibby (Ben Savage). She was then kept in a soundproof container and forced to wear a shock collar while enduring psychological, sexual and emotional abuse. Even though Abby was undergoing such intense mental abuse, she kept hope alive that she would one day see her family and friends again.

[Read Also: Who is the Real Abby Hernandez?]


Who’s in the Cast?

Lindsay Navarro as Abby Hernandez

Lindsay Navarro is a young Canadian born actress. She is a Christian. The very first thing she says in her Instagram bio says “Love God, love people.”

Lindsay was thrilled to announce her Lifetime project with her followers on Instagram. She said, “After much waiting, I can share this now!! 🙏🏽
I’m so thankful to have been involved in bringing this incredible story of courage to the screen. Abby and Zenya are tremendous women.
It was an honour to work alongside this team (made up of amazing human beings whom I miss dearly) and I’ll be forever grateful for this experience! February 26th.”

This past December 2021, Lindsay enjoyed getting to walk around the greatest city on earth – New York City. “wandering through @centralparknyc 🌲 was an absolute dream. I’ll forever love my Stanley Park, buuut.. 🤐 Thanks for snapping some pictures of our time there!! @hhasanov_27 🤗”

She is a dog lover, has a beautiful dog named Crystal that she featured on her Instagram page!

Ben Savage as Nathaniel Kibby

Ben Savage is an American actor, best known as Cory Matthews in the long running sitcom Boy Meets World. Years later he revived his role of Cory Matthews in Disney’s Girl Meets World.

Ben posted this black and white throwback of himself with his “Boy Meets World” co-star.

This past May, he wished his mother a Happy Mother’s Day accompanied by a black tie affair picture of mother/son on Instagram.

Many fans wonder, is Ben Savage married to the girl who played Topanga on Boy Meets World? The short answer, no. It’s not clear if these two ever dated but they aren’t a couple in real life. They did reprise their roles of Cory and Topanga in Disney’s Girl Meets World.

Erica Durance as Zenya

Erica Durance is a Calgary, Canadian-born actress. She is best recognized for her role as Lois Lane in Smallville and Dr. Alex Reid in Saving Hope.

The 43-year old actress has been married twice. She first married Wes Parker from 1996-1999. Erica has been married to her husband, David Palffy since 2005. Check out these cute photos from a day with all “her boys.”

She celebrated 16 years married to her beloved husband. “Happy Anniversary my Love.
To 16 yrs of marriage and 20 yrs. together. 🥰🥰 As per our last pic…. the years have changed us”

Erica recently filmed a new movie for Hallmark Channel’s lineup called “North to Home.” “Had a great time in this movie!” she wrote.


Full Cast List for Girl in the Shed: The Kidnapping of Abby Hernandez

Erica Durance as Zenya
Ben Savage as Nathaniel Kibby
Maddy Hillis as Miranda
Claudia Kai as Liz
Lindsay Navarro as Abby
Leo Chiang as Officer Babcock


Crew List

You will notice that Abby Hernandez herself is an executive producer on this movie alongside Stacy Mandelberg and Michael Vickerman. Abby is extremely brave and wanted to share her story with the world.

Abby Hernandez … executive producer
Stacy Mandelberg … executive producer
Michael Vickerman … executive producer


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When Does ‘Girl in the Shed’ Premiere on Lifetime?

‘Caught in His Web’ airs on Lifetime Saturday, February 26, 2022 at 8pm EST.


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