Anne of Green Gables
1985, English. Directed by Kevin Sullivan.
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Anne Shirley, an orphan, is fostered by farmer Matthew Cuthbert and his sister Marilla, who were expecting a boy to be sent them to help with their farm work. They accept Anne, who quickly endears herself to them and to the local villagers.
- Runtime
- 3h 15m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Kevin SullivanDirector
- Megan FollowsAnne Shirley
- Colleen DewhurstMarilla Cuthbert
- Richard FarnsworthMatthew Cuthbert
- Patricia HamiltonRachel Lynde
- Marilyn LightstoneMiss Muriel Stacey
- Schuyler GrantDiana Barry
- Jonathan CrombieGilbert Blythe
- Charmion KingAunt Josephine
- Jackie BurroughsMrs. Amelia Evans
- Rosemary RadcliffeMrs. Elizabeth Barry
- Joachim HansenJohn Sadler
- Christiane KrügerMrs. Allan
Details
- Released
- 1 December 1985
- Country
- United States of America, Canada
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What Anne of Green Gables is based on
Anne of Green Gables is based on Anne of Green Gables, a 1908 novel by Lucy Maud Montgomery, published by L. C. Page & Company.
Novel · 1908
Anne of Green Gables
By Lucy Maud Montgomery
Published by L. C. Page & Company
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Anne of Green Gables: quick answers
What comes after Anne of Green Gables?
Next in the series: Anne of Green Gables: The Sequel (1987), Anne of Green Gables: The Continuing Story (2000), and Anne of Green Gables: A New Beginning (2008).
Is Anne of Green Gables worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.1/10 from 263 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Anne of Green Gables?
Anne of Green Gables runs 195 minutes (3h 15m).
Does Anne of Green Gables have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Anne of Green Gables. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Anne of Green Gables parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Anne of Green Gables is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Anne of Green Gables on?
Anne of Green Gables isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 December 1985. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Anne of Green Gables?
If you liked Anne of Green Gables, try Anne of Green Gables, Bridge to Terabithia, A Little Princess.
Who directed Anne of Green Gables?
Anne of Green Gables (1985) was directed by Kevin Sullivan and stars Megan Follows, Colleen Dewhurst, Richard Farnsworth.
What is Anne of Green Gables based on?
Anne of Green Gables is based on Anne of Green Gables, a 1908 novel by Lucy Maud Montgomery, published by L. C. Page & Company.