Your Weekend Streaming Guide: Little House on the Prairie Returns, Grand Designs Is Back, and More

Your Weekend Streaming Guide with Emily Darlow

Looking for something new to watch this weekend? From a fresh take on a television classic and gripping British drama to inspiring architecture, insightful documentaries and an acclaimed family film, there’s plenty to add to your watchlist.

Little House on the Prairie – Netflix – Paid Subscription

The beloved story returns in a brand-new adaptation of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s classic books. This reimagining follows the Ingalls family as they leave Wisconsin behind to build a new life on the American frontier, blending heartfelt family drama with the realities of survival in the American West. While longtime fans will recognise familiar characters and storylines, the new series also expands the story to include Indigenous perspectives, giving the timeless tale a fresh and thoughtful update.

After the Flood Season 2 – BritBox – Paid Subscription

The mystery continues as detective Joanna Marshall returns following the shocking events of the first season. As a new investigation unfolds, old secrets resurface and the town once again finds itself at the centre of a complex web of crime, corruption and hidden motives. If you enjoy tense British crime dramas with plenty of twists, this one is well worth watching.

Grand Designs UK Season 24 – ABC iview – Free

Kevin McCloud is back with another season celebrating ambitious home builds and extraordinary design. From self-built castles and sustainable homes to woodland retreats and remarkable architectural transformations, the latest series showcases the determination, creativity and resilience of homeowners chasing their dream projects.

Frame by Frame – SBS On Demand – Free

Hosted by acclaimed filmmaker and proud Arrernte and Kalkadoon woman Rachel Perkins, this compelling interview and short-film series celebrates the creativity and cultural impact of First Nations filmmakers. Through conversations with leading storytellers including Leah Purcell, Sally Riley, Erica Glynn, Tanith Glynn-Maloney and Hunter Page-Lochard, the series explores their careers, creative process and lasting contribution to Australian screen storytelling.

Have You Been Paying Attention? – 10 Play – Free

Australia’s favourite comedy news quiz returns with another week of laughs as a panel of comedians attempts to make sense of the biggest headlines. Fast-paced, witty and always unpredictable, it’s the perfect choice if you’re after something light-hearted to finish the weekend.

Jimpa – Binge – Paid Subscription

Starring Olivia Colman and John Lithgow, Jimpa follows filmmaker Hannah as she travels to Amsterdam with her non-binary teenager to visit her charismatic father, affectionately known as Jimpa. As three generations come together, long-held family stories, identity and differing perspectives collide in a thoughtful, funny and deeply moving drama from acclaimed director Sophie Hyde.