Performers include: Michael Landon, Karen Grassle, Melissa Gilbert, Melissa Sue Anderson
Description: American Western historical drama television series loosely based on the Little House on the Prairie book series by Laura Ingalls Wilder. The series is centered on the Ingalls family, who live on a farm on Plum Creek near Walnut Grove, Minnesota, in the 1870sā90s. Charles, Caroline, Laura, Mary, and Carrie Ingalls. Although initial reviews from critics were less than positive, the series ultimately became an audience favorite, with strong ratings through most of the series run. Initial reviews drew comparisons to The Waltons.