Little House on the Prairie Season 7 Episode 9

Ep 9. The In-Laws

  • TV-NR
  • November 24, 1980
  • 48 min
  • 7.5  (219)

In The In-Laws, the seventh season of Little House on the Prairie, the Ingalls family welcomes new members to their family when Almanzo's brother, Royal, and his wife, Millie, arrive in Walnut Grove. While everyone is excited to meet the new family members, tensions rise when it becomes clear that Royal and Millie have different values than the Ingalls.

The episode begins with excitement as the Ingalls family prepares for Royal and Millie's arrival. Laura is especially excited to meet her new sister-in-law and makes plans to show her around the town. However, things quickly become awkward when Millie arrives in a fancy dress, wearing expensive jewelry and carrying a purse full of money.

The Ingalls family is taken aback by Millie's extravagant appearance and her attitude towards money. Unlike the Ingalls, who value hard work and simplicity, Millie is used to a life of luxury and is not afraid to spend her money freely. This leads to tension between Millie and Almanzo, who feels uncomfortable with his brother's flashy lifestyle.

As the days pass, the Ingalls family becomes increasingly frustrated with Millie's behavior. They are offended when she tries to pay for everything and criticize her for being too ostentatious. These conflicts come to a head when Millie offers to buy Laura a fancy dress for an upcoming dance. Laura is torn between her desire for the dress and her loyalty to her family's values. In the end, she decides to decline Millie's offer, realizing that it is not worth compromising her integrity.

Despite these conflicts, there are moments of genuine connection and affection between the Ingalls and the new family members. For example, when Royal confides in Charles about his financial struggles, Charles offers him a job at the mill. Additionally, Millie and Laura eventually bond over their shared passion for horses. These moments remind the audience that even if families have different values, they can still find ways to connect and support one another.

The In-Laws is a poignant episode that explores the tensions that can arise between family members with different values. It also reinforces the themes of hard work and simplicity that are central to the Little House on the Prairie franchise. Ultimately, the episode emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and one's values, even in the face of temptation or pressure.

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  • First Aired
    November 24, 1980
  • Content Rating
    TV-NR
  • Runtime
    48 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.5  (219)
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