Netflix is revisiting the iconic Little House books by Laura Ingalls Wilder with a new adaptation of Little House on the Prairie. The books have sold more than 73 million copies, and the upcoming series reflects the continued interest in the world Wilder created back in the 1930s.
The streamer announced Alice Halsey (Lessons in Chemistry) will star in the pivotal role of Laura Ingalls. Per Netflix: “Everyone sees themselves in Laura. That’s why these books endure. Laura is a disruptor. Honest to a fault. Questions authority. She’s our window into this adventure. An American icon in waiting. Forget your modern ideas of childhood — the stakes are high for children living in the 19th century. They have responsibilities — and freedoms — that seem extraordinary in this era of helicopter parenting.
Mixed in with small pleasures and petty disputes with her older sister are true feats of survival and bravery. She is observant, tender, strong-willed, hot-tempered. She resists the bounds of 19th-century ladylike behavior — she likes to run barefoot and feel the sun on her face. She is curious and optimistic and fearless, like her father; resourceful and hardworking and honest, like her mother.
She is quick to call out anyone who is cruel or unjust. She loves fiercely and unapologetically and is utterly devoted to her dog, Jack. She rubs some adults the wrong way — too many hard questions, too much personality, too much energy — but to the people who matter, she’s a bright light. She absorbs every detail she sees around her, collecting them for stories she will someday share with the world.”
Rebecca Sonnenshine (The Boys, Vampire Diaries) will serve as the showrunner and executive producer. Additional executive producers include Dana Fox, Susanna Fogel, Joy Gorman Wettels for Joy Coalition, and Trip Friendly for Friendly Family Productions. Sarah Adina Smith (The Drop) will direct the first episode.
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