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The Waltons is a heartwarming drama that chronicles the life of a large, close-knit family in rural Virginia during the Great Depression and World War II. Starring Richard Thomas as John-Boy Walton, the series centers on the Walton family as they navigate the hardships and joys of life on Walton's Mountain, underscored by themes of love, resilience, and moral integrity.
Fans of Little House on the Prairie will appreciate The Waltons for its sincere depiction of family and period authenticity. The show offers similar narratives of struggle and triumph, with strong values woven throughout every episode, resonating with viewers who cherish family-centric storytelling and historical settings.
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The Little House on the Prairie miniseries, a 2005 adaptation, reimagines Laura Ingalls Wilder's cherished stories of pioneering life for a new generation. Starring Cameron Bancroft and Erin Cottrell as Charles and Caroline Ingalls, this retelling brings a fresh perspective to the trials and triumphs of the Ingalls family as they establish their home on the American frontier.
Devotees of the original series will find this miniseries to be a respectful and thoughtful homage, offering a deeper exploration into the nuances of frontier life. It provides an opportunity to revisit beloved characters and stories with updated production values, ensuring the spirit of Little House on the Prairie continues to endure.
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- Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman
Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman is a western drama series that stars Jane Seymour as Dr. Michaela 'Mike' Quinn, a physician who leaves her comfortable life in Boston to set up a practice in a small frontier town in the post-Civil War era. The show focuses on her struggles not only with the townspeople's skepticism toward a female doctor but also with the challenges of frontier life and her own personal growth.
Fans of Little House on the Prairie will be drawn to Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman for its similar blend of historical setting and engaging storytelling that focuses on community and perseverance. Both series share a pioneering spirit, tales of frontier trials, and strong, moral central characters that viewers can both admire and relate to.
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- Sarah, Plain and Tall: Winter's End
Sarah, Plain and Tall: Winter's End is the touching conclusion to the saga that began with Sarah, Plain and Tall. Set in the early 20th century, this Hallmark Hall of Fame movie follows Sarah Witting, portrayed by Glenn Close, and her husband, Jacob, played by Christopher Walken, as they navigate the challenges of life on the prairie. Their tale takes a dramatic turn when Jacob's estranged father returns, sparking a family confrontation and an emotive reconciliation.
Supporters of Little House on the Prairie will find a familiar warmth in Winter's End, as it encapsulates a similar historical setting where family, love, and forgiveness are central themes. The film's storytelling is imbued with the same gentleness and nostalgia for bygone days, making it a fitting companion piece for those who long for the heartfelt simplicity and dramatic integrity of the Ingalls family tales.
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5Little Women
The film adaptation of Little Women, based on Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel, recounts the lives of the March sisters as they come of age in post-Civil War America. Directed by Greta Gerwig, the star-studded cast includes Saoirse Ronan, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh, and Eliza Scanlen, who portray the beloved sisters each seeking their own path while bound by family love.
For admirers of Little House on the Prairie, Little Women captures a kindred spirit of familial bonds and individual aspirations set against a backdrop of a transformative period in American history. The film's emphasis on resilience, sisterhood, and moral fortitude echoes the enduring themes and heartfelt storytelling that made the Ingalls' tales so resonant.
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Heartland is a family drama series set against the sprawling vistas of the Alberta Rockies, following the multi-generational Fleming family as they face the challenges of running a horse ranch. Amber Marshall stars as Amy Fleming, a young woman with a special gift for understanding and healing troubled horses, supported by an ensemble cast that includes Michelle Morgan and Shaun Johnston.
Little House on the Prairie enthusiasts will enjoy Heartland's focus on family bonds, rural life, and the inherent struggles and successes tied to living off the land. The show's enduring values, intergenerational relationships, and heartfelt narratives offer a contemporary Canadian counterpart to the classic American frontier spirit of Little House on the Prairie.
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When Hope Calls spins off from the When Calls the Heart series, set in the early 20th century, and revolves around sisters Lillian and Grace, played by Morgan Kohan and Jocelyn Hudon. They operate an orphanage in the quaint town of Brookfield, navigating both personal growth and the challenges of caring for their young charges while fostering community connections and overcoming the era's social challenges.
For those who cherish Little House on the Prairie, When Hope Calls offers a similar historical backdrop and community-driven narrative that's rich with themes of kinship, altruism, and resilience. Both shows spotlight the triumphs of the human spirit and draw viewers into a simpler time where the power of family and community shines through adversities.
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- Touched by an Angel
Touched by an Angel is an inspirational drama series with a spiritual twist, featuring Roma Downey as Monica, an angel sent to earth to help people in times of crisis, alongside Della Reese as her wise supervisor Tess. The show, often uplifting and heartwarming, touches on themes of faith, forgiveness, and divine intervention as the angels work to bring messages of hope to those who are struggling.
While Touched by an Angel diverges from the historical narrative of Little House on the Prairie, fans might appreciate the similar emphasis on wholesome values and the compassionate resolution of conflicts. Both series promote messages of kindness, family, and community support, making Touched by an Angel a comforting and positive viewing experience for those who loved the warmth and moral lessons of Little House on the Prairie.
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- Bonanza
10Bonanza is a trailblazing Western drama centered around the Cartwright family, who own and defend the sprawling Ponderosa Ranch near Virginia City during the 1860s. Lorne Greene leads as patriarch Ben Cartwright, with Pernell Roberts, Dan Blocker, and Michael Landon as his sons. The series weaves together themes of family, justice, and the everyday challenges and joys of ranch life.
Little House on the Prairie followers may enjoy Bonanza for its similar narrative style, focusing on moral values and family. Blending adventure with heartfelt stories, the show offers a look into rancher life, complete with personal growth and family unity, akin to the community and pioneering spirit observed in Little House on the Prairie.
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- Highway to Heaven
Highway to Heaven features Michael Landon as Jonathan Smith, an angel on probation sent to Earth to help people overcome their problems, accompanied by his human companion Mark Gordon, played by Victor French. The series combines emotional storytelling with themes of redemption, love, and compassion as the duo embarks on various missions to improve the lives of those they meet.
Fans of Little House on the Prairie will appreciate Highway to Heaven, also starring and often directed by Landon, for its gentle spirit and moral lessons that harken back to the wholesomeness of life in Walnut Grove. Both shows share a core theme of uplifting others through kindness and understanding, creating feel-good television that celebrates the human spirit.
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- Lonesome Dove
Two former Texas Rangers and several other residents of a small town join a cattle drive to Montana.Good suggestion?featured
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14Daniel Boone
Daniel Boone is an American action-adventure television series starring Fess Parker as Daniel Boone that aired from September 24, 1964 to September 10, 1970 on NBC for 165 episodes, and was made by 20th Century Fox Television, Arcola Enterprises and Fespar Corp. Ed Ames co-starred as Mingo, Boone's Cherokee friend, for the first four seasons of the series. Albert Salmi portrayed Boone's companion Yadkin in season one only. Dallas McKennon portrayed innkeeper Cincinnatus. Country Western singer-actor Jimmy Dean was a featured actor as Josh Clements during the 1968–1970 seasons. Actor and former NFL football player Rosey Grier made regular appearances as Gabe Cooper in the 1969 to 1970 season. The show was broadcast "in living color" beginning in fall 1965, the second season, and was shot entirely in California and Kanab, Utah.Good suggestion?- Photo:
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- Anne
In the 1890s, an orphaned 13-year-old girl is mistakenly sent to live with aging siblings.Good suggestion?- Photo:
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- Sanditon
17Sanditon, a period drama adapted from Jane Austen's unfinished novel, deftly explores the complexities of society and human relationships in an idyllic seaside town during the Regency era. The series, which earned BAFTA nominations for its remarkable costume design and original score, follows the spirited Charlotte Heywood (Rose Williams) as she navigates love, friendship, and ambition amidst the colorful characters that inhabit Sanditon. With a touch of wit and an air of elegance, the show masterfully captures the essence of Austen's world while carving out its own distinct narrative. From its lush cinematography to the nuanced performances, Sanditon remains a delightful addition to the realm of period dramas.Good suggestion?featured
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Father Brown is a British detective series set in the 1950s Cotswolds and based on G.K. Chesterton's stories. The series stars Mark Williams in the titular role as the kindly Catholic priest with a knack for solving the most puzzling of crimes in his small English village, providing both justice and spiritual guidance.
Although Father Brown is a departure from the frontier setting of Little House on the Prairie, fans may be drawn to the show's strong undercurrent of moral themes and the lead character's compassionate approach to the people around him. The series' emphasis on community, righteousness, and the understated portrayal of everyday heroism are elements that will resonate with viewers who appreciate the wholesome and earnest storytelling of Little House on the Prairie.
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- The Big Valley
A family defends their ranch in in 1870 California.Good suggestion?free
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Mike Baxter, a happily married father of three daughters, tries to maintain his manliness.Good suggestion?featured
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Set against the backdrop of 1950s and 1960s East London, Call The Midwife follows the compassionate and dedicated midwives and nuns of Nonnatus House as they navigate the challenges of their profession and personal lives. With a stellar ensemble cast, including Jessica Raine as Nurse Jenny Lee and Helen George as Nurse Trixie Franklin, this period drama has captivated audiences with compelling storytelling and authentic portrayal of social issues. From tackling poverty to addressing women's rights, Call The Midwife seamlessly weaves historical context into each episode, making it a thought-provoking and heartwarming viewing experience.Good suggestion?- Photo:
- 7th Heaven
The Rev. Eric and Annie Camden raise seven children.Good suggestion?featured
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- Belgravia
The story of secrets and scandals amongst the upper echelon of London society in the 19th century.Good suggestion?featured
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24Rawhide is an American Western TV series starring Eric Fleming and Clint Eastwood that aired for eight seasons on the CBS network on Friday nights, from January 9, 1959 to September 3, 1965, before moving to Tuesday nights from September 14, 1965 until January 4, 1966, with a total of 217 black-and-white episodes. The series was produced and sometimes directed by Charles Marquis Warren, who also produced early episodes of Gunsmoke. Spanning seven and a half years, Rawhide was the fifth-longest-running American television Western, exceeded only by eight years of Wagon Train, nine years of The Virginian, fourteen years of Bonanza, and twenty years of Gunsmoke.Good suggestion?- Photo:
- The Man From Snowy River
After the death of his father, proud young Jim Craig (Tom Burlinson) sets out to become his own man. Taking a job with horse rancher Harrison (Kirk Douglas), Craig is treated poorly by the more experienced cowboys, but wins the heart of the rancher's daughter, Jessica (Sigrid Thornton), when he helps her break a high-strung colt and later saves her life. When he's unfairly blamed for the loss of an expensive horse, Craig fights to restore his honor and prove that he's worthy of Jessica's hand.Good suggestion?featured
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Les Misérables (BBC, 2018) is a British television miniseries based on the French historical novel of the same name by Victor Hugo. Set in early 19th-century France, the series follows the lives and interactions of several characters, particularly the struggles of ex-convict Jean Valjean and his experience of redemption.Good suggestion?subscription
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- The English Game
The invention of football and how it grew to become the world's game by crossing class divides.Good suggestion?subscription
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Joseph (Tom Cruise) and his landlord's daughter, Shannon (Nicole Kidman), travel from Ireland to America in hopes of claiming free land in Oklahoma. The pair get sidetracked in Boston, where Joseph takes up boxing to support himself. When he loses a pivotal fight, the two are left penniless. Now faced with poverty, the two must find new ways to scrape by. As their affection for each other grows, Joseph questions whether he is truly what Shannon needs in her life.Good suggestion?- Photo:
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31Poldark
Ross Poldark returns from the battlefield to find his father dead and his estate in ruins.Good suggestion?featured
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A family feels culture shock in a move from the Chinatown section of Washington, D.C., to Orlando.Good suggestion?featured
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- Fuller House
Widow D.J. Tanner-Fuller lives in San Francisco with sister Stephanie and single mom Kimmy Gibbler.Good suggestion?featured
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- Return to Lonesome Dove
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- The Crown
The life and reign of Queen Elizabeth II and the events that helped shape the 20th century.Good suggestion?subscription
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A woman endeavors to raise a daughter on her own.Good suggestion?featured
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38Drama about the life of Queen Victoria.Good suggestion?featured
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39Yellowstone
John Dutton tries to protect his ranch, the largest in the United States.Good suggestion?featured
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A group of outcasts navigates the brutal frontier and tangled loyalties of the New World.Good suggestion?featured
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- Britannia
41Britannia
The Roman Imperial Army returns to crush the Celtic heart of Britannia.Good suggestion?- Photo:
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43A recently widowed sheriff buries his pain behind his dedication to his job and community.Good suggestion?featured
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A middle-class family tries to keep its collective head above water.Good suggestion?featured
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45Influenced by his indoctrination into a Comanche tribe as a youth, a man manages a cattle empire.Good suggestion?featured
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A teenager's life is forever changed by a horse at Bright Field Stables in the English countryside.Good suggestion?subscription
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47A notorious outlaw and his gang track his traitorous partner to an isolated mining town.Good suggestion?subscription
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- North and South
49North and South
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Childhood friends come together to form the Culper Ring, which is a group of America's first spies.Good suggestion?featured
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- The Baby-Sitters Club
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52Warring factions vie for control of the 1700s fur trade in a ruthless game of wealth and power.Good suggestion?subscription
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- The Ranch
53The Ranch
A former semi-pro football player returns home to help run the family business with his father.Good suggestion?subscription
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- Catherine the Great
The life of Catherine the Great toward the end of her reign during her affair with Grigory Potemkin.Good suggestion?featured
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- Walker, Texas Ranger
A Ranger uses his instincts and experience to solve crimes.Good suggestion?featured
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A mother fights to protect her family as they work to make a new home for themselves.Good suggestion?featured
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The High Chaparral is an American Western-themed television series starring Leif Erickson and Cameron Mitchell, which aired on NBC from 1967 to 1971. The series, made by Xanadu Productions in association with NBC Productions, was created by David Dortort, who had previously created the hit Bonanza for the network. The theme song was also written and conducted by Bonanza scorer David Rose, who also scored the two-hour pilot.Good suggestion?- Photo:
- One Day at a Time
A reimagining of Norman Lear's iconic comedy follows a Cuban-American family.Good suggestion?subscription
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Granite Flats is BYUtv's first original scripted television drama series. The show is set in a small Colorado town in the early 1960s during the Cold War, and follows several of the town's citizens as mysterious and potentially dangerous circumstances arise. The series received positive reviews from national critics. The cast was joined by actors Christopher Lloyd and Cary Elwes for its second season, that premiered April 6, 2014. Parker Posey and George Newbern join the cast for season 3, premiering online April 4, 2015 before having the tv season launch in October. It has an audience of approximately 500,000 households per episode.Good suggestion?- Photo:
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