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Anne of Green Gables
Lucy Maud Montgomery · Book · 1908
You cherish the way Anne of Green Gables finds profound, transformative beauty in the lives of resilient, imaginative young outsiders.
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Adaptation
Anne of Green Gables
Series · 1985
Adaptation
Anne with an E
Moira Walley-Beckett · Series · 2017
Films on the same thread
When Marnie Was There
Hiromasa Yonebayashi · Film · 2014
If you adored the imaginative spirit of Anne of Green Gables, you will connect with this story’s focus on emotional isolation and the healing power of a deep, transformative female friendship.
The Sound of Music
Robert Wise · Film · 1965
Just as Anne of Green Gables centers on an irrepressible girl changing a household, this film follows a vibrant governess who brings music and life to a stiff, grieving family.
The Secret World of Arrietty
Hiromasa Yonebayashi · Film · 2010
Fans of the wonder found in Anne of Green Gables will appreciate how this film explores a hidden world through the eyes of a brave young girl encountering human society.
The Secret Garden
Film · 1993
Much like the orphan protagonist of Anne of Green Gables, this young girl finds herself relocated to an imposing new home where nature becomes a vital catalyst for her emotional restoration.
Series on the same thread
Anne with an E
Moira Walley-Beckett · Series · 2017
This series expands on the core themes of Anne of Green Gables by focusing on how an orphaned outsider fights for her place in the world and builds a chosen family.
Road to Avonlea
Fiona McHugh · Series · 1990
Set in the same iconic location as Anne of Green Gables, this show captures the charm of small-town life and the growth of a young girl navigating her new family bonds.
Candy Candy
Kyoko Mizuki · Series · 1976
The resilient and optimistic spirit you loved in Anne of Green Gables shines through in this story about an orphan girl who overcomes early hardships to find her own happiness.
Jane Eyre
Series · 2006
If the literary charm of Anne of Green Gables captured your heart, you will appreciate this classic tale of an orphan girl navigating a mysterious manor and her own independence.
Podcasts on the same thread
Happier with Gretchen Rubin
Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project · Podcast · 2026
If the personal growth and mindful living displayed by Anne of Green Gables resonated with you, this podcast provides practical, reflective advice for cultivating a happier and more intentional life.
Krishna - The Supreme Soul
Podcast
Beyond the narrative of Anne of Green Gables, this podcast offers the same deep focus on ethical dilemmas and finding spiritual guidance as characters navigate life's most challenging moments.
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Common questions
What is the original Anne of Green Gables book about?
The 1908 book by Lucy Maud Montgomery follows an eleven-year-old orphan named Anne. She is sent by mistake to live with a middle-aged brother and sister on a Prince Edward Island farm, where she makes an indelible impression on everyone she meets throughout the story.
Is Anne of Green Gables a TV show?
Yes, there are multiple television adaptations of the source material. Notable versions include the 1985 television adaptation of Anne of Green Gables and the 2017 series titled Anne with an E, both of which are based on the original story by Lucy Maud Montgomery.
When was the original Anne of Green Gables published?
The original novel titled Anne of Green Gables was written by Lucy Maud Montgomery and first published in 1908. It serves as the source material for the various television adaptations that have been produced over the years, including the 1985 version and the 2017 series.
Should I watch Anne with an E if I liked the 1985 Anne of Green Gables?
Both the 1985 television adaptation and the 2017 series Anne with an E are based on the 1908 book Anne of Green Gables. If you enjoyed the story of the orphan girl who moves to a Prince Edward Island farm, both adaptations provide different interpretations of the source material.