Netflix has released the first trailer for Little House on the Prairie and also revealed a new look at the Ingalls family ahead of the series premiere on July 9.
The new series is based on the beloved books by Laura Ingalls Wilder and marks Netflix’s latest take on the classic frontier story. The show is described as part family drama, part survival story, and part origin story of the American West.
Watch the trailer below.
Netflix previews a new Little House on the Prairie
The teaser introduces the Ingalls family as they leave behind everything they knew for a new life on the prairie. Netflix says the series centers on what “home” really means as the family faces the struggles and rewards of frontier life.
Alice Halsey stars as Laura Ingalls, with the character described as bright, strong-willed, curious, and fearless. Laura remains the heart of the story as a young girl growing up in the American West in the 1800s.
Netflix’s version appears to be aiming for a broader and more dramatic take on the source material while still keeping the family-focused core that made the books and original TV series so popular.
Who plays the Ingalls family?
Netflix has also confirmed the main cast playing the Ingalls family.
Alice Halsey plays Laura Ingalls, the central character of the story.
Luke Bracey plays Charles Ingalls, Laura’s father, who is described as optimistic, charming, and always searching for a better future for his family.
Crosby Fitzgerald plays Caroline Ingalls, Laura’s mother, who is said to be practical, patient, and the one who keeps the family together.
Skywalker Hughes plays Mary Ingalls, Laura’s older sister, who is portrayed as quiet, studious, and very different from Laura.
More cast joins the Netflix series
The supporting cast includes Jocko Sims as Dr. George Tann, Warren Christie as John Edwards, Meegwun Fairbrother as Mitchell, Alyssa Wapanatǎhk as White Sun, Wren Zhawenim Gotts as Good Eagle, and Xander Cole as Little Puma.
Other cast members include Ryan Robbins, Barrett Doss, Mary Holland, Michael Hough, Kowen Cadorath, Thosh Collins, Maclean Fish, and Rebecca Amzallag.
The series looks to expand beyond just the Ingalls family and feature a wider group of settlers and frontier characters.
Rebecca Sonnenshine leads the new adaptation
The new Little House on the Prairie is written and executive produced by Rebecca Sonnenshine, whose past credits include The Boys, The Vampire Diaries, and Archive 81.
Sonnenshine said she has loved the books since she was a child and called adapting them for a new audience an honor.
Executive producers also include Joy Gorman Wettels, Trip Friendly, Dana Fox, and Susanna Fogel. Trip Friendly is the son of Ed Friendly, who produced the original 1974 Little House television movies and series.
Little House on the Prairie release date
Little House on the Prairie premieres July 9 on Netflix.
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