Anne of Green Gables (1985)
Kernel Score: 90% · 253 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Family, Drama
Released: 1985-12-01
Runtime: 199 minutes
Overview
At the turn of the century on Prince Edward Island, Matthew Cuthbert and his sister Marilla decide to take on an orphan boy as help for their farm. But they get an unexpected jolt when they're mistakenly sent a girl instead: Anne Shirley.
Anne of Green Gables parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that this PG family drama about an orphan girl is a wholesome, gentle story suitable for most children.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Kevin Sullivan
Cast
- Megan Follows as Anne Shirley
- Colleen Dewhurst as Marilla Cuthbert
- Richard Farnsworth as Matthew Cuthbert
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- Schuyler Grant as Diana Barry
- Jonathan Crombie as Gilbert Blythe
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Anne of Green Gables FAQ
Is Anne of Green Gables good?
Anne of Green Gables has a 90% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 253 audience ratings.
Is Anne of Green Gables OK for kids?
Anne of Green Gables is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that this PG family drama about an orphan girl is a wholesome, gentle story suitable for most children.
What movies are like Anne of Green Gables?
If you liked Anne of Green Gables, try Bridge to Terabithia, A Little Princess, The Wolf and the Lion and The Secret Garden.