Anne with an E

Synopsis

A coming-of-age story about an outsider who, against all odds and numerous challenges, fights for love and acceptance and for her place in the world. The series centers on a young orphaned girl in the late 1890s, who, after an abusive childhood spent in orphanages and the homes of strangers, is mistakenly sent to live with an elderly woman and her aging brother. Over time, 13-year-old Anne will transform their lives and eventually the small town in which they live with her unique spirit, fierce intellect and brilliant imagination.

First Air Date: 2017-03-19

Last Air Date: 2019-11-24

Number of Seasons: 3

Number of Episodes: 27

Created By: Moira Walley-Beckett

Networks: CBC Television

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Top Cast

Amybeth McNulty as Anne Shirley
Geraldine James as Marilla Cuthbert
R.H. Thomson as Matthew Cuthbert
Dalila Bela as Diana Barry
Lucas Jade Zumann as Gilbert Blythe
Corrine Koslo as Rachel Lynde
Helen Johns as Mrs. Eliza Barry
Aymeric Jett Montaz as Jerry Baynard
Kyla Matthews as Ruby Gillis
Jonathan Holmes as Mr. William Barry

Seasons

Season 1 (2017) - (7 Episodes)

Season 2 (2018) - (10 Episodes)

Season 3 (2019) - (10 Episodes)

Season 1 (2017)

A young orphan's arrival in Avonlea affects the hearts and minds of everyone she meets, beginning with the pair of aging siblings who take her in.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Your Will Shall Decide Your Destiny (2017-03-19)

When a miscommunication brings a girl to Green Gables instead of a boy, Marilla and Matthew are faced with a life-changing decision.
Ep. 2: I Am No Bird, and No Net Ensnares Me (2017-03-26)

Hoping all is not lost, Matthew races to catch up with Anne while Marilla anxiously hopes and waits for their return to Green Gables.
Ep. 3: But What Is So Headstrong as Youth? (2017-04-02)

Anne is excited to begin school and make friends, but is unprepared for the bullying that occurs when she doesn’t fit in. Marilla accepts an invitation for a group.
Ep. 4: An Inward Treasure Born (2017-04-09)

Anne is faced with the decision of whether or not to return to school. A fire at the Gillis house and Anne’s generous actions help her in her choice.
Ep. 5: Tightly Knotted to a Similar String (2017-04-16)

Anne must deal with the inevitability of womanhood when she gets her first period. At the same time, Marilla and Matthew acclimatize to parenthood and revisit moments of their youth through Anne.
Ep. 6: Remorse Is the Poison of Life (2017-04-23)

When her little sister becomes ill, Diana runs to Anne for help. Meanwhile, the Blythe farm sees change, as Marilla is reminded of what she gave up and Matthew receives some unsettling news.
Ep. 7: Wherever You Are Is My Home (2017-04-30)

On the verge of losing the farm, the Cuthberts must do whatever it takes to save it. Anne is reminded of the strength of friendship and love. Season finale.