If you loved
Anne with an E
Moira Walley-Beckett · Series · 2017
What hooked you in Anne with an E was the resilient spirit of an outsider finding belonging amidst challenging and often unforgiving circumstances.
Start with the source
Adaptation
Anne of Green Gables
Series · 1985
Books on the same thread
Anne of Green Gables
Lucy Maud Montgomery · Book · 1908
Shares 2 threads with Anne with an E: Orphanhood, Coming-of-Age Story.
If you adored the imaginative and spirited nature of the protagonist in Anne with an E, returning to the source material provides the foundational experience of Anne’s journey to Green Gables.
Anne of Avonlea
Lucy Montgomery · Book · 2018
Shares 2 threads with Anne with an E: Orphanhood, Coming-of-Age Story.
This continuation of the narrative offers the same focus on community and personal growth that defined the later character development of the main character in Anne with an E.
Films on the same thread
Wonder
Film · 2017
Explores: Empathy, Bullying, Inclusion.
Much like the protagonist of Anne with an E, August Pullman navigates the complexities of inclusion and empathy, proving that a strong sense of self overcomes even the harshest social barriers.
Little Women
Greta Gerwig · Film · 2019
Shares 2 threads with Anne with an E: Period Drama, Coming-of-Age Story.
Greta Gerwig’s adaptation mirrors the period aesthetic and deep focus on female ambition found in Anne with an E, highlighting the strength of sisterhood and the pursuit of artistic independence.
The Breadwinner
Nora Twomey · Film · 2017
Shares 2 threads with Anne with an E: female empowerment, Coming-of-Age Story.
The Breadwinner captures the same fierce dedication to survival and female empowerment that drives the protagonist of Anne with an E, showcasing courage when faced with an oppressive environment.
The Quiet Girl
Colm Bairéad · Film · 2022
Shares 2 threads with Anne with an E: found family, Period Drama.
This film echoes the poignant experience of finding a found family within a rural setting, mirroring the emotional growth and healing seen in the early chapters of Anne with an E.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Orphans
The Light and Tragic Company · Podcast · 2025
While the setting shifts to science fiction, the central theme of castaways seeking connection and survival resonates with the core emotional struggle of the protagonist in Anne with an E.
1619
The New York Times · Podcast · 2019
Shares a thread with Anne with an E: social justice.
The social justice focus of this series aligns with the progressive spirit of Anne with an E, offering a deeper historical examination of the systemic issues that the show explored.
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Common questions
Is Anne with an E based on a book?
Yes, Anne with an E is a television adaptation of the 1908 novel Anne of Green Gables. While the series introduces modern themes, it remains rooted in the classic story of an orphaned girl finding her place in the world during the late 1890s.
How does Anne with an E compare to the 1985 Anne of Green Gables series?
Both Anne with an E and the 1985 version are adaptations of the original 1908 book. While the 1985 series is a direct television adaptation, Anne with an E provides a distinct coming-of-age perspective that focuses on the protagonist's struggle for acceptance after an abusive childhood.
What is the premise of Anne with an E?
Anne with an E follows a 13-year-old orphan in the late 1890s who is mistakenly sent to live with an elderly woman and her aging brother. The story depicts her journey as an outsider fighting for love and acceptance despite the challenges of her difficult past.
Should I read the book before watching Anne with an E?
You do not need to read the 1908 book Anne of Green Gables to understand Anne with an E. The series functions as a standalone coming-of-age story, though reading the source material may provide additional context for the character's experiences and the setting of the late 1890s.