Little House On The Prairie: The Pilot (1974) Rating: Starring: Melissa Sue Anderson, Melissa Gilbert, Karen Grassle, Michael Landon Director: Michael Landon Category: Drama, Television, Television Studio: Goldhil Subtitles: Length: 95 mins Want to buy?           2-Hour TV Special. The Premier Movie Discover the television movie that started it all! Based on the best-selling books by Laura Ingalls Wilder, this classic produced and directed by Michael Landon, launched the Emmy Award-winning series. This movie takes us from the woods of Wisconsin to the plains of Kansas where the Ingalls face endless challenges and experience countless adventures as they pursue their dream of a new home. This premiere movie is a "must-have" for all Little House fans!