The 1985 television miniseries , produced by Sullivan Entertainment , is widely considered the definitive adaptation of L.M. Montgomery’s classic novel . Directed by Kevin Sullivan , this two-part production captured hearts globally with its faithful storytelling and stunning Canadian landscapes. Production Overview
In summer, elderly siblings Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert (Green Gables, Avonlea) decide to adopt an orphan boy to help Matthew on the farm. Matthew goes to Bright River station. Anne of Green Gables - 1985 - 2 Parts
Matthew is shocked to find a spirited, red-headed girl waiting for him instead of the orphan boy he and his sister Marilla had requested. The shy, gentle Matthew is charmed immediately by Anne's non-stop chatter and wild imagination, but a stern Marilla is determined to send her back. However, as the days pass, Anne's honesty, hard work, and the joyful light she brings to their home, Green Gables, begin to soften Marilla's heart. Matthew, who has always wished for a child to love, is her staunchest advocate. The 1985 television miniseries , produced by Sullivan