Here at Trevor Decker News, we’ve been closely following every development for Netflix’s highly anticipated Little House on the Prairie reboot, from the initial series announcement to the casting of the beloved Ingalls family. Today brings another significant piece of news, first reported by Deadline, that’s sure to get us all talking!
Ryan Robbins, known for his roles in popular series like Riverdale and Sanctuary, has been cast as a recurring guest star in the reboot. He’ll be taking on the role of Russell Kind, described as a “rough and grizzled settler with a cynical world view.”
This casting is particularly interesting because it aligns perfectly with the grittier vision that showrunner Rebecca Sonnenshine and CBS Studios have teased. They’ve framed the new Little House as “part hopeful family drama, part epic survival tale, and part origin story of the American West.” The introduction of a character like Russell Kind, with his “cynical world view,” strongly suggests the series will delve into the challenges and complexities of frontier life that perhaps weren’t as deeply explored in previous adaptations.
As we’ve discussed before, the core Ingalls family – Alice Halsey as Laura, Luke Bracey as Charles, Crosby Fitzgerald as Caroline, and Skywalker Hughes as Mary – is set, along with the broader ensemble. The addition of Robbins, with his extensive acting background across various genres, promises to bring a compelling dynamic to the burgeoning community. His presence could introduce conflict, offer a contrasting perspective to Charles Ingalls’ leadership, or simply underscore the harsh realities faced by pioneers.
With filming now officially underway in Winnipeg, Canada, the creative team is clearly committed to delivering a nuanced and engaging portrayal of this iconic American story. The inclusion of a character like Russell Kind, and an actor of Ryan Robbins’ caliber to play him, only heightens the anticipation for how this new chapter of Little House on the Prairie will unfold.
