Anne of Green Gables (1979): Cast
Anne of Green Gables is a 1979 animated drama directed by Isao Takahata and Shigeo Koshi, starring Eiko Yamada as Anne Shirley (voice), Ryūji Saikachi and Fumie Kitahara.
- Directors
- Isao Takahata and Shigeo Koshi
- Original language
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Japanese - Studio
- Nippon Animation
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Anne of Green Gables About?
The premise of Anne of Green Gables without spoilers.
Anne Shirley, a freckle‑spotted red‑haired orphan, stays cheerful despite her early loss. At eleven she is adopted by farmer Matthew and his sister Marilla Cuthbert, who had intended to bring home a boy for Green Gables. Adjusting to farm life, Anne confronts hardships, makes friends, and blossoms into a confident, independent woman.
Anne of Green Gables Themes & Keywords
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- color in series title
- 19th century
- orphan
- canada
- friend
- friendship
- family relationships
- redhead
- girl
- boy
- 11 year old
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- prince edward island
- island
- gable roof
- farm
- slice of life
- bully
- bully comeuppance
- devotion
- japanese anime
- cult tv
- japanese cult tv
- dream
- anne of green gables character
- orphanage
- growing up
- 11 year old girl
- world masterpiece theater
- anne shirley
- anime animation
- redhead girl
- 1870s
- year 1870
- slice of life anime animation
- literature on screen
- reference to anne shirley
- historical fiction
- orphan girl
- 1900s literature on screen
- adoption
- coming of age
- orphans
- female protagonist
- kids family
- change in lifestyle
- american derived
- middle school
- children's literature on screen
- rural
Anne of Green Gables Cast & Characters
Eiko Yamada leads the cast as Anne Shirley (voice), with Ryūji Saikachi as Matthew Cuthbert (voice) and Fumie Kitahara as Marilla Cuthbert (voice). Directed by Isao Takahata and Shigeo Koshi; 24 actors are credited in all.
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Co-director Isao Takahata - Co-director Shigeo Koshi
- Eiko Yamada as Anne Shirley (voice)
- Ryūji Saikachi as Matthew Cuthbert (voice)
- Fumie Kitahara as Marilla Cuthbert (voice)
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Mami Koyama as Ruby Gillis / Minnie May Barry (voice)
Also Starring in Anne of Green Gables
· 20 more- Rihoko Yoshida Flora Jane Spencer (voice)
- Kazuhiko Inoue Gilbert Blythe (voice)
- Motomu Kiyokawa Teddy Philips (voice)
- Kazuyuki Sogabe Minister Allan (voice)
- Gara Takashima Diana Barry (voice)
- Yoku Shioya Moody Spurgeon (voice)
- Chiyoko Kawashima Tilly Boulter (voice)
- Kazuyo Aoki Charlie Sloane (voice)
- Reiko Mutoh Mrs. Elizabeth Barry (voice)
- Ritsuo Sawa Martin (voice)
- Junko Hori Josie Pye (voice)
- Michio Hazama Narrator (voice)
- Miyoko Asô Rachel Lynde (voice)
- Eisuke Yoda Mr. Barry (voice)
- Hiroko Suzuki Muriel Stacey (voice)
- Sanae Takagi Jane Andrews (voice)
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- Michiko Hirai Mrs. Amelia Evans (voice)
- Natsuko Kawaji Josephine Barry (voice)
- Kimiko Tsuruta Sophia Sloane (voice)
- Saiko Egawa Mrs. Allan / Priscilla Grant / Prissy Andrews (voice)
More from Isao Takahata and Shigeo Koshi
More films directed by Isao Takahata and Shigeo Koshi, best-rated first: Grave of the Fireflies (1988), The Tale of The Princess Kaguya, Pom Poko and My Neighbors the Yamadas.
Anne of Green Gables Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Anne of Green Gables.
Anne of Green Gables Also Known As
22 alternative titles, including “شما في البراري الخضراء” and “清秀佳人”.
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- شما في البراري الخضراء
- 清秀佳人
- 红发安妮
- Anne mit den roten Haaren
- Ana de las Tejas Verdes
- Anne... la maison aux pignons verts
- Anna dai capelli rossi
- 빨간 머리 앤
- 빨간머리 앤
- Ana dos Cabelos Ruivos
- 小安妮
- Anne the Redhead
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- 빨강머리 앤
- Анна із зелених дахів
- האסופית
- Anne, la maison aux pignons verts
- Anne aux pignons verts
- Энн из Зелёных Крыш
- 红发少女安妮
- Akage no Anne
- آن في المرتفعات الخضراء
- L'Anne de Teules Verdes
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Movies Like Anne of Green Gables
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Anne of Green Gables, Hello Anne: Before Green Gables and Anne of Green Gables.
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Anne of Green Gables 1934 -
Hello Anne: Before Green Gables 2009 -
Anne of Green Gables 1985 -
Anne of Green Gables: A New Beginning 2008 -
Anne of Green Gables: The Sequel 1987 -
Anne of Green Gables: The Continuing Story 2000 -
Anne of Green Gables: The Good Stars 2017 -
Anne of Green Gables: Fire & Dew 2017 -
Anne of Avonlea 1975 -
That Girl in Wonderland 1973 -
Annie: A Royal Adventure 1995 -
Little Orphant Annie 1918
Anne of Green Gables FAQ: Cast, Director & Post-Credit Scene
Director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Anne of Green Gables, each answered in a sentence.
Who directed Anne of Green Gables?
Anne of Green Gables was directed by Isao Takahata and Shigeo Koshi.
More films by Isao Takahata Who is in the cast of Anne of Green Gables?
Anne of Green Gables stars Eiko Yamada as Anne Shirley (voice), Ryūji Saikachi as Matthew Cuthbert (voice) and Fumie Kitahara as Marilla Cuthbert (voice), among 24 credited actors.
Does Anne of Green Gables have a post-credit scene?
No. Anne of Green Gables has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Anne of Green Gables in?
The original language of Anne of Green Gables is Japanese.
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