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Little House on the Prairie, one of the most beloved pieces of American literature, is receiving a brand new adaptation at Netflix. Helmed by The Boys executive producer Rebecca Sonnenshine and coming to Netflix on July 9, 2026, the series has officially dropped its first teaser trailer, alongside new first-look images and a highly anticipated second-season renewal.
Little House on the Prairie is an upcoming Netflix Original period drama that will “reimagine” Laura Ingalls Wilder’s autobiographical children’s novel. The story will also differ from the one told in the beloved Michael Landon series, which aired between 1974 and 1983 on NBC.
Watch the First Trailer for Little House on the Prairie
With the release of the first official trailer and teaser art, Netflix shared the following tagline for the new series:
“They left everything they knew for a new life on the prairie. Meet the Ingalls family as they discover what ‘home’ really means.”
What is the plot of Little House on the Prairie?
Netflix has provided a brand new official logline for the series:
“Part hopeful family drama, part epic survival tale, and part origin story of the American West, this fresh adaptation of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s iconic semi-autobiographical Little House books offers a kaleidoscopic view of the struggles and triumphs of those who shaped the frontier.”
While much of the upcoming season remains under wraps, in statements provided by Netflix, showrunner Rebecca Sonnenshine provided a window into where the Ingalls’ story will begin.
“The first season is inspired by Little House on the Prairie, which is actually the third book in the series,” she says. “The characters talk about their life before they came to the prairie — we might meet a few characters from their past.”
Caption/Description: Little House on the Prairie. (L to R) Luke Bracey as Charles Ingalls, Alice Halsey as Laura Ingalls, Skywalker Hughes as Mary Ingalls, Crosby Fitzgerald as Caroline Ingalls in episode 101 of Little House on the Prairie. Cr. Eric Zachanowich/Netflix © 2026
The first season follows the Ingalls family’s move from their Wisconsin farm to a log house in Montgomery County, Kansas, in 1869. Their new home was built on Native American territory, but Laura’s father had heard that the government planned to open the territory to white settlers and thus took the risk to settle his family.
The family faces risks and perils during their two-year stay in Kansas, including falling ill, starting a new farm, and land disputes with Native Americans and the U.S. Government.
Episode 1 of the series, we can reveal, will be titled Independence.
Who is behind the new Little House on the Prairie?
The Boys EP Rebecca Sonnenshine (Vampire Diaries, Archive 81) is the series’s showrunner and an executive producer.
In statements provided by Netflix, Sonnenshine detailed the tone of the upcoming adaptation:
“This show is a love story about a family. They’re a family you want to be with, you want to know, you want to spend time with. That’s really at the core of what Little House on the Prairie is about: a family that is there for each other, that tells stories to each other, tells stories about themselves.”
Like so many generations of readers and viewers before her, Sonnenshine found herself swept up in the Ingalls family’s world at a young age.
“I fell deeply in love with these books when I was 5 years old. They inspired me to become a writer and a filmmaker, and I am honored and thrilled to be adapting these stories for a new audience.”
Picture: Rebecca Sonnenshine, executive producer and showrunner of Little House on the Prairie – Phillip Faraone / Getty Images
She is joined by executive producers Susanna Fogel, Dana Fox, Joy Gorman Wettels (for Joy Coalition), and Trip Friendly (for Friendly Family Productions). The series is produced by CBS Studios and Anonymous Content.
Directing the first season’s eight episodes are a talented roster of filmmakers, including:
- Sarah Adina Smith (Episode 101)
- Julie Anne Robinson (Episodes 102, 103)
- Kat Candler (Episodes 104, 105)
- Erica Tremblay (Episode 106)
- Sydney Freeland (Episodes 107, 108)
When is The Little House on the Prairie coming to Netflix?
Netflix has confirmed that all episodes of Little House on the Prairie will premiere globally on July 9, 2026!
The Little House on the Prairie renewed for season 2
Ahead of the first season’s release, Little House on the Prairie has already been renewed for a second season. It’s not very often Netflix will renew a series ahead of time, which shows the immense confidence the streamer has in the show.
Showrunner Rebecca Sonnenshine shared the following about the early renewal:
“I’m incredibly grateful to our wonderful cast and crew, who put their hearts and hard work into making our first season come alive. We can’t wait to share this new adaptation of the Little House books with the world, and we’re thrilled that Netflix is giving us the opportunity to continue the story.”
Netflix’s head of US and Canada scripted series, Jinny Howe, also shared her excitement:
“We are delighted to renew this beautiful reimagining of Little House on the Prairie for a second season ahead of its Netflix debut. The exceptional work by Rebecca Sonnenshine and the entire cast and crew on Season 1 has established a rich foundation of storytelling for years to come. With its hopeful spirit and emotional authenticity, we’re confident that Little House will deliver even more of what fans truly love.”
Filming is set to get underway on season 2 in Winnipeg on June 12th and run through October 30th with a 2027 return.
Who is in the cast of Little House on the Prairie?
Alice Halsey will play Laura Ingalls, the series’ lead character, and the second child of Charles and Caroline. The young actress has starred in several roles in television shows such as Chemistry, Night Court, Days of Our Lives, and Kindergarten: The Musical.
Luke Bracey will play Charles Ingalls, the father of Laura and Mary, and the husband of Caroline. Bracey has starred in films such as Mercy Road, Elvis, Hacksaw Ridge, Point Break, and G.I. Joe: Retaliation.
Crosby Fitzgerald will play Caroline Ingalls, the mother of Laura and Mary, and the wife of Charles. The actress has starred in television shows such as Palm Royale, The First Lady, and The Bad-Ass Heiress Returns After Divorce. She will also star in Hulu’s upcoming horror series, Amanda: A Coming of Age Horror.
Skywalker Hughes will play Mary Ingalls, Laura’s older sister, and Charles and Caroline’s oldest child. The young actress has lent her voice acting to animated shows, such as PAW Patrol, Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum, and Blue’s Clues & You. She has also starred in shows such as Accused and Joe Pickett.
The expanded ensemble cast includes:
- Jocko Sims (New Amsterdam) plays Dr. George Tann, a generous, kind-hearted physician with a charming bedside manner and a talent for bringing people together within the community. (Series Regular)
- Warren Christie (The Watchful Eye) plays John Edwards, a Civil War veteran from Tennessee with a gregarious personality and an air of mystery who draws attention from nearly every woman in the county—possibly even some who are married. (Series Regular)
- Wren Zhawenim Gotts (Echo) plays Good Eagle, the imaginative child of Mitchell and White Sun, known in the family for a vivid storytelling spirit. (Series Regular)
- Meegwun Fairbrother (Avatar, The Sticky, Burden of Truth) plays Mitchell, a tender-hearted Kansas farmer who built one of the county’s most impressive homesteads while raising a family. (Series Regular)
- Alyssa Wapanatǎhk (Peter Pan and Wendy) plays White Sun, a sharp-witted and striking presence with strong opinions and a more cynical outlook than Mitchell. (Series Regular)
- Xander Cole (People of the West, You Can Take It With You) plays Little Puma, White Sun’s younger brother, a good-hearted but stubborn figure still trying to carve out a place in the world—often by playfully provoking a beloved older sibling. (Recurring Guest Star)
Image Description: Little House on the Prairie. (L to R) Warren Christie as John Edwards, Crosby Fitzgerald as Caroline Ingalls, Skywalker Hughes as Mary Ingalls, Alice Halsey as Laura Ingalls, Luke Bracey as Charles Ingalls, Meegwun Fairbrother as Mitchell, Wren Zhawenim Go
What is the production status of Little House on the Prairie?
Development
Filming Scheduled
Filming Ongoing
Post-Production
Filming began on the series in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, in July 2025 and wrapped by October 2025.
Image Description: Little House on the Prairie. (L to R) Skywalker Hughes as Mary Ingalls, Alice Halsey as Laura Ingalls, Luke Bracey as Charles Ingalls, Crosby Fitzgerald as Caroline Ingalls at the table read of Little House on the Prairie. Cr. Eric Zachanowich/Netflix © 20
Image Description: Little House on the Prairie. (L to R) Luke Bracey as Charles Ingalls, Crosby Fitzgerald as Caroline Ingalls at the table read of Little House on the Prairie. Cr. Eric Zachanowich/Netflix © 2025
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