Netflix Series Casting Call: Lead Role of Mitchell in “Little House on the Prairie”
Job Description
Netflix is casting for the lead role of Mitchell in its upcoming series Little House on the Prairie. This reimagined adaptation is seeking an Indigenous actor to portray the father figure in a powerful family story centered on love, tradition, and survival. Mitchell is a key character whose strength and integrity ground the series.
Job Responsibilities
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Bring depth and emotional weight to the role of Mitchell, a strong yet tender father
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Deliver lines with authenticity, confidence, and nuance
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Work closely with the director and cast to develop a heartfelt, grounded performance
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Participate in rehearsals, callbacks, and potential chemistry reads
Requirements
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Must be an Indigenous performer
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Character is a man in his late 30s to early 40s
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Mitchell is the father of Good Eagle and husband to White Sun’s mother, deeply rooted in love, family, and tradition
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Should embody wisdom, inner strength, and emotional complexity
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Previous acting experience preferred but not required
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Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
Compensation
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Paid opportunity
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Travel and accommodations will be provided
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Filming will take place in Winnipeg, Canada
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