LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE Reboot (2025) - Everything You Need To Know | Netflix | Cast and Crew
The Little House on the Prairie books comprise a series of American children's novels written by Laura Ingalls Wilder (b. Laura Elizabeth Ingalls)Little House on the Prairie, American television family drama that aired on the National Broadcasting Company (NBC) network for nine seasons (1974–83) and was loosely based on the series of “Little House” children’s books by Laura Ingalls Wilder. The show consistently ranked among the top programs during its entire run. Since its original airing, Little House on the Prairie has never been out of syndication, and it has a large international following. It is regarded as one of the most popular TV shows of all timeDevelopment of the show
Little House on the Prairie was developed by Blanche Hanalis, who wrote the pilot episode, and NBC executive producer Ed Friendly, who acquired the rights to seven of the “Little House” books. Michael Landon, of Bonanza fame, signed on to play the lead role of family patriarch Charles Ingalls and also served as the series’ head writer and director as well as executive producer. The two-hour pilot movie debuted on March 30, 1974, and the series premiered that SeptemberThe hour-long show was set in the real-life town of Walnut Grove, Minnesota, where Laura Ingalls lived as a child in the 1870s. Each episode showcased a dilemma that is faced by the Ingalls family or other members of the Walnut Grove community and resolved by the episode’s end while also imparting an important life lesson. Themes that were emphasized throughout the series included forgiveness, empathy, respect, and the defense of traditional family values.
Cast and characters
The Ingalls family is led by Charles and his wife, Caroline (portrayed by Karen Grassle), the quintessential pioneer wife and mother who serves as the glue holding the family together. Caroline later becomes the head cook and manager of Nellie’s Restaurant (which is eventually renamed Caroline’s Restaurant), and she progressively moves beyond her traditional domestic role to develop into a more outspoken, highly respected member of the community. Charles and Caroline, also known as “Pa” and “Ma,” have four daughters. Studious and responsible Mary (Melissa Sue Anderson) is the eldest of the Ingalls girls and the most reserved. She regularly helps her mother with household duties and often admonishes her siblings when they get into mischief. Laura (Melissa Gilbert), the tomboy of the family, is more interested in fishing and playing baseball than in partaking in stereotypical feminine activities. Lovingly called “Half-Pint” by Pa, she is his favorite child. The third sister, Carrie, is played by identical twins Sidney and Rachel Lindsay Greenbush. (Carrie’s tumble in the meadow during the show’s opening credits was totally accidental, but Landon thought it was too adorable to reshoot and left the scene as is.)
