Melissa Gilbert Gives Her Blessing for 'Little House on the Prairie' Reboot
2025-02-06
Entertainment Weekly
Melissa Gilbert, the star of the original 'Little House on the Prairie', has expressed her support for a potential reboot of the classic series. She notes that the original show was 'Michael Landon's interpretation' of Laura Ingalls Wilder's novels, leaving 'plenty of room' for new stories and adaptations. With the rise of family-friendly programming and period dramas, a reboot could bring fresh life to the beloved characters and stories. The original series has remained a fan favorite, and a new take could attract both old and new fans. Popular shows like 'When Calls the Heart' and 'Anne with an E' have shown that classic stories can be reimagined for modern audiences.