Anne of Windy Poplars
1940, English. Directed by Jack Hively.
Refreshing as a summer breeze! Opening wide the pages of the widely read novel on the screen.
Sentimental drama about an ambitious young teacher who arrives in a small town to take the job of vice-principal. Based on one of L M Montgomery's 'Anne of Green Gables' sequels.
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Jack HivelyDirector
- Anne ShirleyAnne
- James EllisonTony Pringle
- Henry TraversMatey
- Patric KnowlesGilbert Blythe
- Slim SummervilleJabez Monkman
- Elizabeth PattersonRebecca
- Louise CampbellCatherine Pringle
- Joan CarrollBetty Grayson
- Katharine AlexanderErnestine Pringle
- Minnie DupreeKate
- Alma KrugerMrs. Stephen Pringle
- Marcia Mae JonesJen Pringle
Details
- Released
- 28 June 1940
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Michael Kanin, Jerome Cady
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What Anne of Windy Poplars is based on
Anne of Windy Poplars is based on Anne of Windy Poplars (1936) by Lucy Maud Montgomery, published by McClelland & Stewart.
1936
Anne of Windy Poplars
By Lucy Maud Montgomery
Published by McClelland & Stewart
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Anne of Windy Poplars: quick answers
What should I watch before Anne of Windy Poplars?
Watch Anne of Green Gables (1934) first.
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How long is Anne of Windy Poplars?
Anne of Windy Poplars runs 86 minutes (1h 26m).
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Anne of Windy Poplars parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Anne of Windy Poplars is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Anne of Windy Poplars on?
Anne of Windy Poplars isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 28 June 1940. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like Anne of Windy Poplars?
If you liked Anne of Windy Poplars, try Won't Back Down, Sound of Christmas, The Christmas Shoes.
Who directed Anne of Windy Poplars?
Anne of Windy Poplars (1940) was directed by Jack Hively and stars Anne Shirley, James Ellison, Henry Travers.
What is Anne of Windy Poplars based on?
Anne of Windy Poplars is based on Anne of Windy Poplars (1936) by Lucy Maud Montgomery, published by McClelland & Stewart.