Netflix's reimagined Little House on the Prairie is now streaming globally, featuring an ensemble cast led by Alice Halsey as Laura Ingalls and Luke Bracey as Charles 'Pa' Ingalls. The eight-episode drama, released in full on July 9, 2026, follows the Ingalls family as they leave their Wisconsin home for new territory across Kansas, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Missouri between 1872 and 1894.
Main Cast and Characters
Laura Ingalls – Alice Halsey: Child star Alice Halsey takes on the iconic role originally played by Melissa Gilbert in the 1970s adaptation. Halsey has previously appeared in Apple TV's Lessons in Chemistry, Days of Our Lives, Night Court, and Kindergarten: The Musical.
Charles 'Pa' Ingalls – Luke Bracey: Australian actor Luke Bracey portrays Laura's father, a role made famous by Michael Landon. Bracey's credits include Holidate, Hacksaw Ridge, and Little Fires Everywhere.
Caroline 'Ma' Ingalls – Crosby Fitzgerald: Crosby Fitzgerald plays Laura's mother, originally portrayed by Karen Grassle. Fitzgerald has appeared in Palm Royale, The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox, Abbott Elementary, and The First Lady.
Mary Ingalls – Skywalker Hughes: Child star Skywalker Hughes portrays Laura's elder sister Mary, previously played by Melissa Sue Anderson. Hughes has featured in Joe Pickett, Ordinary Angels, and I, Object.
New and Returning Characters
Dr George Tann – Joko Sims: Joko Sims plays the warm-hearted local physician, a new character absent from the original series. Sims has starred in New Amsterdam, The Last Ship, and Grosse Pointe Garden Society.
John Edwards – Warren Christie: British-Canadian actor Warren Christie portrays troubled Civil War veteran John Edwards, a character similar to Isaiah Edwards from the original series (played by Victor French). Christie has appeared in Alphas, This Means War, Apollo 18, and Batwoman.
William Mitchell – Meegwun Fairbrother: Canadian actor Meegwun Fairbrother, of mixed Ojibwe and Scottish heritage, plays Osage Native American William Mitchell. His credits include Outlander, SkyMed, Murdoch Mysteries, Avatar: The Last Airbender, and Burden of Truth. According to IMDb, his family roots are from Grassy Narrows, Shoal Lake, and Eagle Lake First Nation in Treaty Three Territory.
White Sun – Alyssa Wapanatǎhk: Canadian actress, writer, and director Alyssa Wapanatǎhk, a member of the Bistone Cree First Nation, plays White Sun. She has appeared in Riverdale, Peter Pan and Wendy (2023), Bones of Crows (2022), and Napes Kasêkipatwât - The Boy and The Braid (2019). Her reservation is Wabasca, according to HuffPost.
Good Eagle – Wren Zhawenim Gotts: Child star Wren Zhawenim Gotts portrays Mitchell and White Sun's daughter Good Eagle. She has featured in Together We Can, Echo, and The 9th Inning. Gotts is fluent in Anishinaabemowin, the traditional Ojibwe language, and her native name is White Crane Girl.
Supporting Cast
Emily Henderson – Barrett Doss: Barrett Doss plays the general store owner, having appeared in Station 19, Iron Fist, Marshall, The Noel Diary, and Grey's Anatomy.
Jemma James – Mary Holland: Mary Holland portrays the haughty Jemma Jones, with roles in The Package, Senior Year, Happiest Season, The Big Door Prize, and Ghosts.
Caleb – Kowen Cadorath: Canadian child star Kowen Cadorath plays Caleb, who works at Emily's store. He has appeared in SkyMed, The Jinglebell Jubilee, and Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair.
Adam Scott – Maclean Fish: Canadian star Maclean Fish plays Adam Scott, who helps the Ingalls build their home. His credits include Shoresy, All Fun and Games, and Dark Harvest.
Lacey Aubert – Rebecca Amzallag: Canadian actress Rebecca Amzallag portrays Lacey Aubert, with appearances in Titans, Slasher, Transplant, and Law and Order: Criminal Intent.
Eli James – Michael Hough: Irish actor Michael Hough takes on the role of Eli James, following roles in Boys from County Hell, Chapelwaite, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Murdoch Mysteries, and Obituary.
Additional cast members include Thosh Collins as Louis and Ryan Robbins as settler Russell Kind. Little House on the Prairie is streaming on Netflix from today.
