'Little House on the Prairie' Boss on Netflix Show's Woke Backlash, Moving Towns in Season 2
A new Netflix series based on 'Little House on the Prairie' is sparking debate over modern characterizations and facing 'woke' backlash.
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Netflix has released a new 'Little House on the Prairie' series. The production has faced a 'woke' backlash, and the show's boss has indicated that the setting will move towns in the second season.
Coverage from Yahoo and TODAY.com emphasizes changes to the cast and characters, including a more modern portrayal of Caroline Ingalls and the return of the original Nellie Oleson, who is described as 'creepy.' Mental Floss has also highlighted the real-life history of the long winter depicted in the story. Future developments include the transition to new town locations for Season 2 as the production addresses current reception.
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Quick answers
What changes are being made for the second season?
The show's boss stated that the production will be moving towns.
Which original cast member returns in the new series?
The original Nellie Oleson appears in the new show.
What has caused debate among viewers?
Coverage mentions a 'woke' backlash and debate regarding the more modern depiction of Caroline Ingalls.
Coverage (4)
- The Real-Life Story Behind the Brutal Long Winter in ‘Little House on the Prairie’ Mental Floss · 14h ago
- New ‘Little House’ Series Features Original Nellie Oleson And She’s ‘Creepy As All Get-Out’ TODAY.com · 14h ago
- New 'Little House' sparks debate about more modern Caroline Ingalls Yahoo · 14h ago
- 'Little House on the Prairie' Boss on Netflix Show's Woke Backlash, Moving Towns in Season 2 TheWrap · 14h ago
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