Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert expect an orphan boy to help on their farm.
The first part of the miniseries introduces us to the idyllic, quiet world of Avonlea, where elderly siblings Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert (played by Colleen Dewhurst and Richard Farnsworth) decide to adopt a boy to help with their farm, Green Gables. Instead, due to a mix-up, they receive Anne Shirley, a spirited, imaginative, and talkative 11-year-old girl with a fiery temper and an even fierier red hair. Key Moments & Themes: Anne of Green Gables - 1985 - 2 Parts
The Magic of Avonlea: Why Kevin Sullivan’s 1985 Anne of Green Gables Remains the Definitive Adaptation Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert expect an orphan boy
The 1985 adaptation did not just win the hearts of millions—it swept awards ceremonies on both sides of the border. At the 1986 Gemini Awards, the Canadian equivalent of the Emmy, the mini-series was nominated for 12 awards and won an incredible 10. Among its many wins were Best Dramatic Mini-Series, Best Lead Actress for , Best Supporting Actor for Richard Farnsworth , Best Supporting Actress for Colleen Dewhurst , and Best Writing. Key Moments & Themes: The Magic of Avonlea: