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Netflix's 'Little House': Fresh Faces, Classic Story
8 Jul
Summary
- New 'Little House on the Prairie' series premieres July 9 on Netflix.
- Showrunner details casting process for iconic Ingalls family roles.
- Season 1 adapts the 1935 book about homesteading in Kansas.
A new adaptation of the beloved 'Little House on the Prairie' is set to debut on Netflix on Thursday, July 9. This reimagining aims to introduce the Ingalls family to a new generation.
Showrunner Rebecca Sonnenshine shared insights into the casting process, emphasizing the importance of chemistry between the actors portraying Charles and Caroline Ingalls. Luke Bracey and Crosby Fitzgerald were selected for these roles, with Sonnenshine noting Bracey's blend of gentleness and ruggedness, and Fitzgerald's portrayal of grit and maternal warmth.
Breakout stars Alice Halsey and Skywalker Hughes take on the iconic roles of Laura and Mary Ingalls, respectively. Sonnenshine noted Hughes's grace and gentleness for Mary, while Halsey's innate curiosity and deep acting were key for portraying Laura, the series' primary viewpoint character.
The first season will adapt the events of the 1935 book, detailing the Ingalls' efforts to establish their homestead near Independence, Kansas. The series promises to capture the spirit of Laura Ingalls Wilder's stories for both longtime fans and newcomers.
