The classic narrative of the American West, brought to life in “Little House on the Prairie,” is returning for a reboot.

On Wednesday, Netflix announced the creation of a new drama series that will revisit the themes of the original, marking the 50th anniversary since its debut. However, not everyone is enthusiastic about this revival; some, including a star from the original show, have voiced their concerns.

Megyn Kelly, a former host at Fox News, expressed her worries on X regarding how the streaming platform might alter the beloved program for contemporary audiences.

“@Netflix if you wokeify Little House on the Prairie I will make it my singular mission to absolutely ruin your project,” the conservative commentator stated.

Melissa Gilbert, who portrayed the main character Laura Ingalls Wilder in the original series, was quick to respond.

In an Instagram post, Gilbert remarked, “Rewatch the original. Our show was as ‘woke’ as it gets in terms of addressing serious issues. We covered: racism, addiction, nativism, antisemitism, misogyny, rape, spousal abuse, and all other significant topics you can name. Thank you very much.”

Kelly has not yet replied to Gilbert’s comments, despite routinely critiquing the prominence of minority-focused storylines in media.

Gilbert’s rebuttal highlights the show’s historical engagement with tough subjects. She previously shared with YSL News that the series is valued by both conservative and liberal audiences alike.

“The conservative fanbase in this country sees ‘Little House on the Prairie’ as their show. Conversely, the liberal audience feels the same because we reflected the stories of the 1970s,” Gilbert noted, “which unfortunately continue to be relevant today … relating to women’s rights, voting rights, and similar matters.”

Gilbert finds the enduring popularity of the show to be both a success and a disappointment, expressing a desire for these themes to not resonate as strongly anymore.

“Experiencing it through today’s youth adds a special dimension,” she expressed to YSL News in April. “But it’s also disheartening, because the issues we explored—equal rights for women and people of color—remain unresolved. Although there’s been some progress, it certainly isn’t enough for my liking.”

The new version of “Little House” does not have a launch date yet, but anticipation is mounting among its dedicated followers as they prepare for its return.

“‘Little House on the Prairie’ has inspired countless fans globally, and we are thrilled to present its timeless messages of hope and positivity through a renewed lens,” said Jinny Howe, Netflix’s vice president of drama series, in an announcement about the project.

Rebecca Sonnenshine, known for her work on popular shows like “The Boys” and “Vampire Diaries,” will direct the new series.

“Rebecca’s vision skillfully captures an emotional depth that will resonate with both new audiences and long-time fans of this treasured classic,” Howe added.