Little People, Big World: Season 12
In the twelfth season, Matt and Amy continue to live their separate yet interconnected lives; Matt having to slow down after a life-changing spinal procedure, and Amy full steam ahead with her next chapter. This all while managing the emotional and operational challenges of running the farm. Meanwhile, Zach and Tori wrap up their first year of marriage with a special anniversary road trip. Jeremy and Audrey continue
Season 12 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Little People, Big World Season 11.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Season overview
In the twelfth season, Matt and Amy continue to live their separate yet interconnected lives; Matt having to slow down after a life-changing spinal procedure, and Amy full steam ahead with her next chapter. This all while managing the emotional and operational challenges of running the farm. Meanwhile, Zach and Tori wrap up their first year of marriage with a special anniversary road trip. Jeremy and Audrey continue to explore their freedom as a young married couple in Bend, while feeling the pull of their family and the farm.
Episode Guide
Season 12 Progress Shield
Gonna Be a Long Road
Nov 22, 2016 · 45 min
Matt enters the operating room for his risky spinal surgery, leaving Amy to manage the farm on her own; the family faces another devastating blow they never saw coming.
Pumpkins in Jeopardy
Nov 29, 2016 · 45 min
Tension between Matt and Amy rises as the first wedding approaches, and Matt's carelessness leaves them unprepared when the bride arrives. Meanwhile, Rocky's health continues to de
Embrace the Booty
Dec 6, 2016 · 45 min
Amy continues to dive into the dating world & plans a pool party with single friends, both old and new! Matt wants to install dozens of surveillance cameras around the farm, and th
What's a Lamping?
Dec 13, 2016 · 45 min
Amy pursues her longtime dream of opening a B&B on the farm. But as it becomes a reality, things quickly spiral out of control. Matt's surgery propels him to pursue a dream of his
Zombie Apocalypse
Dec 20, 2016 · 45 min
Matt announces shocking plans to build a fully-equipped doomsday bunker, with space for the entire family! Crazy or not, the Roloffs band together to help him. But can they survive
Time to Go Wild
Dec 27, 2016 · 45 min
Amy shocks the kids when she heads out on a date with the new man in her life on a motorcycle! Meanwhile, Amy feels Matt's frivolous spending habits for farm toys are getting out o
Are You Dating?
Jan 3, 2017 · 45 min
Zach and Jeremy confront Amy about her dating life. Tired of his living situation, Matt dreams up something big for the farm while Amy plans a birthday boat ride with friends. And
Life's About to Change...
Jan 10, 2017 · 45 min
Matt has big plans for the future of the farm but he'll need to get everyone on board. Amy gets cozy with Chris after a romantic date, and Zach and Tori deliver unforgettable news