Netflix’s “Little House On The Prairie” Series Finally Has A Premiere Date
Netflix released this image from its new "Little House on the Prairie" series upon announcing its official premiere date. (Photo Credit: Eric Zachanowich / Netflix)
Reimagined Little House On The Prairie Series Gets Its Release Date
Netflix’s Little House on the Prairie series is nearing its official premiere date, which the streaming service just revealed.
The new series is not a true “reboot” of the one that aired from 1974 to 1983. Netflix describes its program as a “reimagining” of the Little House books by Laura Ingalls Wilder.
Netflix revealed its intentions to reimagine Little House in January 2025. Then, the four main cast members were introduced in May.
- Luke Bracey will play Charles “Pa” Ingalls
- Crosby Fitzgerald will play Caroline “Ma” Ingalls
- Alice Halsey will play Laura Ingalls
- Skywalker Hughes will play Mary Ingalls
The upcoming Little House on the Prairie series has found its Ingalls family! Introducing…
— Netflix (@netflix) May 2, 2025
Crosby Fitzgerald as Caroline
Luke Bracey as Charles
Skywalker Hughes as Mary
and Alice Halsey as Laura pic.twitter.com/uJV78EZCub
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Filming started in June 2025, and Netflix shared the first photos of the four core cast members together at that time.
Now, we have another major update in the Little House universe. On Tuesday (March 3), Netflix finally announced the show’s premiere date.
Mark your calendars for July 9, because the new Little House series debuts on that date!
Jinny Howe, Netflix’s head of U.S. and Canada scripted series, spoke about the Little House program in a press release shared by Netflix’s Tudum.
“The exceptional work by [showrunner and executive producer] Rebecca Sonnenshine and the entire cast and crew…has established a rich foundation of storytelling for years to come,” Howe said. “With its hopeful spirit and emotional authenticity, we’re confident that Little House will deliver even more of what fans truly love.“
Netflix also released a still from the new series, offering a first look at Pa, Ma, Laura, and Mary. The image shows the Ingalls family traveling alongside their covered wagon.
The Ingalls family are on their way. Little House on the Prairie premieres July 9 and the series has been officially renewed for Season 2!
— Netflix (@netflix) March 3, 2026
Starring Alice Halsey as Laura, Luke Bracey as Charles, Crosby Fitzgerald as Caroline, and Skywalker Hughes as Mary. pic.twitter.com/gRucGbIZxt
Netflix’s Little House On The Prairie Series Already Renewed For A Second Season
Netflix’s announcement about the Little House on the Prairie series’ release date included some additional exciting news. The show has already been renewed for a second season!
The decision to renew the series before anyone has even seen it makes it clear that Netflix has a lot of faith in the new show and its cast.
Showrunner Rebecca Sonnenshine told Tudum, “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.”
Tudum explains that the early Season 2 renewal is part of a broader viewing trend. Lately, people have been more drawn toward “feel-good, heartland-rooted comfort programming.” The team behind the new Little House series aims to appeal to such audiences.
Stay tuned for future updates on the new Little House series. In the meantime, meet the main cast in the video below.
