Netflix has changed Little House on the Prairie – but what changes does their version have compared to the original series?
Based on the book series by Laura Ingalls Wilder, Little House on the Prairie the series focuses on the Ingalls family, who live on a farm on Plum Creek near Walnut Grove, Minnesota, in the late 1800s.
NBC released an adaptation in 1974 with Michael Landon, Karen Grassle, Melissa Gilbert again Melissa Sue Anderson leading the cast. The Little House and presents the works of Jason Bateman, who played James Cooper Ingalls, and a real star Kyle Richardswho starred as Alicia Sanderson Edwards.
After Landon left the show in the show's ninth and final season, the show's title was changed to Little House: A New Beginningg. Three films were released later Little House on the Prairie he wrapped up his run.
Netflix has announced plans for its version, which is scheduled to be released in July 2026. The series has been renewed for a second season before its debut with. Alice Halsey, Luke Bracey, Crosby Fitzgerald again Skywalker Hughes leading the cast.
Jocko Sims, Warren Christie, Wren Zhawenim Gotts, Meegwun Fairbrother, Alyssa Wapanatâhk and others around the cast.
Keep scrolling to see how the Netflix version differs from the '70s series:
Missing characters
While a younger member of the Ingalls family joined them later in the season, Carrie wasn't there from the beginning as expected.
Nellie Oleson is also missing after viewers expected an appearance in season 1. Netflix has renewed the show for season 2, which is where Nellie is expected to appear.
Changing Places
When the Netflix show premiered, the Ingalls family moved from Wisconsin to homestead near Independence, Kansas, in the 1870s. Laura Ingalls Wilder's book series, on the other hand, focuses on a family during their time at Plum Creek near Walnut Grove, Minnesota.
At the end of season 1, the Ingalls struggled under the weight of their debt. They finally decided to move – and headed to Plum Creek. This will link the show back to its original story.
Little House on the Prairie premiered on NBC more than 40 years ago in September 1974 — and the beloved series still feels as relevant today as ever. The show is based on the series of books of the same name written by Laura Ingalls Wilder. Following the adventures of the Ingalls family in Walnut […]
Religious Details
In the first series, the family goes to church and highlights their connection with God. While faith is mentioned in the Netflix version, it is never expanded upon, which links back to the books.
Introducing Indigenous Stories
The Netflix version made an effort to place season 1 within the Osage family, which was not the focus of the books and the '70s show.
