What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedLittle Women
Louisa May Alcott · Book · 1953
If you loved Little Women, start with Little Women (Greta Gerwig, 2019) — a film from the same story. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Little Women across media.
You loved Little Women because you cherish stories that find profound meaning in the intimate bonds of family and sisterhood.
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Adaptation
Little Women
Greta Gerwig · Film · 2019
Adaptation
Little Women
Kim Hee-won · Series · 2022
Films on the same thread
Gone with the Wind
Victor Fleming · Film · 1939
Explores: Survival, Reconstruction Era, Lost Cause.
Like the March sisters in Little Women, Scarlett O'Hara navigates the turbulence of the American Civil War while fighting to maintain her family's legacy and survive against mounting external pressures.
Pride & Prejudice
Film · 2005
Shares a thread with Little Women: Marriage.
The dynamic between the five Bennet sisters mirrors the sibling closeness of Little Women, focusing on the pressures of marriage and family expectations that shaped the lives of young women.
Sense and Sensibility
Film · 1995
Shares a thread with Little Women: Sisterhood.
The Dashwood sisters share the same deep, supportive bond found in Little Women, as they face the sudden loss of fortune and navigate their uncertain futures with grace and resilience.
The Wizard of Oz
Victor Fleming · Film · 1939
Explores: Good vs Evil, The power of belief, There's no place like home.
Just as the March sisters grow through their shared experiences in Little Women, Dorothy's journey emphasizes the importance of self-discovery and the enduring, irreplaceable comfort of returning to one's home.
Series on the same thread
The Waltons
Earl Hamner, Jr. · Series · 1972
Shares 2 threads with Little Women: Morality, Coming-of-Age Story.
The Waltons captures the same emphasis on family values and communal support during difficult economic times that defined the domestic experience for the characters in Little Women.
Pride and Prejudice
Andrew Davies · Series · 1995
Explores: Social Class, Courtship, Misunderstandings.
This exploration of the Bennet sisters' social navigation and courtship mirrors the developmental milestones of the March sisters, grounding its drama in the complexities of family life and romantic expectations.
I Love Lucy
Bob Carroll Jr. · Series · 1951
Shares a thread with Little Women: Marriage.
Lucy's ambition and comedic domestic struggles evoke the spirited nature of Jo March from Little Women, highlighting the tension between personal dreams and the realities of running a household.
North and South
Richard T. Heffron · Series · 1985
Explores: Interracial Friendship, Divided Loyalties, Family Conflict.
Much like the Civil War era setting of Little Women, this story examines how large-scale historical conflict tears at the fabric of family ties and tests the strength of lifelong relationships.
Podcasts on the same thread
Happier with Gretchen Rubin
Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project · Podcast · 2026
Explores: Well-being, Behavioral Change, Mindful Living.
If the moral growth and self-reflection of the sisters in Little Women resonated with you, this podcast provides practical, modern guidance on cultivating the happiness and habits they sought.
The Archers
Podcast
Explores: family life, community, farming.
This serialized rural drama mirrors the focus on community and everyday family life that made the domestic setting of Little Women feel so lived-in and deeply personal to readers.
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Common questions
Is Little Women based on a book?
Yes, Little Women is based on the 1953 book by Louisa May Alcott. The story follows the lives of Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy as they navigate poverty and growing up in New England during the Civil War.
Should I watch the 2019 Little Women movie or the 2022 TV series?
Both the 2019 Little Women movie and the 2022 TV series are adaptations of the original novel. You can choose either based on your preference for a feature film format or a multi-episode television series experience.
Are there other books similar to Little Women?
If you enjoyed the themes found in Little Women, you should consider reading Hello Beautiful. Like the Alcott classic, this book explores complex family dynamics and the bonds between individuals as they face life challenges.
What is the plot of Little Women?
Little Women depicts the lives of four sisters, Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy, as they grow up in New England during the Civil War. The story follows the family through their dreams, plays, pranks, letters, illnesses, and courtships.