Anne of Green Gables (1979)
Presentation: Anne of Green Gables (Akage no An, 1979) is a Japanese anime adaptation of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic novel. Produced by Nippon Animation and directed by Isao Takahata as part of the World Masterpiece Theater, the series follows the life of Anne Shirley, an imaginative orphan girl mistakenly sent to live with Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert in Green Gables. Through her adventures and misadventures, Anne’s intelligence, creativity, and kind heart leave a lasting impact on everyone she meets. This timeless story about family, friendship, and belonging is beloved worldwide.
Episodes:
- Episode 1 – Anne with Red Hair
- Episode 2 – Marilla’s Shock
- Episode 3 – The Decision to Keep Anne
- Episode 4 – Morning of a New Life
- Episode 5 – A Tempest in the Schoolyard
- Episode 6 – Diana Is My Bosom Friend
- Episode 7 – Anne Says Sorry
- Episode 8 – A Tempest in the Tea Party
- Episode 9 – I’m Not a Witch
- Episode 10 – Anne Plays Matchmaker
- Episode 11 – The Lake of Shining Waters
- Episode 12 – Anne Loses Her Temper
- Episode 13 – Forgive and Forget
- Episode 14 – Matthew and Anne Are Kindred Spirits
- Episode 15 – Anne Saves Minnie May
- Episode 16 – Diana and Anne Quarrel
- Episode 17 – Anne Becomes Enchanted
- Episode 18 – Anne Plays a Tragic Heroine
- Episode 19 – The Echoes of the Forest
- Episode 20 – The Concert at Carmody
- Episode 21 – Anne’s Confession
- Episode 22 – Diana Is Invited
- Episode 23 – A Story Club Is Born
- Episode 24 – A White Sand Adventure
- Episode 25 – Gossip of Green Gables
- Episode 26 – Miss Stacy Arrives
- Episode 27 – A Special Lesson
- Episode 28 – The Queen’s Entrance Exam
- Episode 29 – A Christmas Concert
- Episode 30 – Anne Dreams of College
- Episode 31 – Matthew Buys a Dress with Puffed Sleeves
- Episode 32 – Spring Comes to Green Gables
- Episode 33 – A Visit to Miss Stacy
- Episode 34 – The Queen’s Class Begins
- Episode 35 – A Race to the White Sands Hotel
- Episode 36 – Anne Becomes Class President
- Episode 37 – Matthew’s Secret
- Episode 38 – Gilbert and Anne Study Together
- Episode 39 – The Entrance Examination
- Episode 40 – The Queen’s Results
- Episode 41 – A New Beginning
- Episode 42 – Gilbert’s Rivalry
- Episode 43 – Anne’s Shattered Dream
- Episode 44 – Matthew’s Kindness
- Episode 45 – A Sorrow at Green Gables
- Episode 46 – Marilla’s Heart
- Episode 47 – Anne Decides Her Future
- Episode 48 – Gilbert’s Gesture
- Episode 49 – Marilla’s Tears
- Episode 50 – Green Gables Forever