Anne Of Green Gables - 1985 - 2 Parts [best] Page

| Original 1985 TV (Parts 1 & 2) | Later VHS/DVD/Streaming cuts | |--------------------------------|-------------------------------| | ~3 hours each part (with commercials) | ~3 hours total (edited to 187 mins) | | Includes minor scenes (Aunt Josephine’s party, more school scenes) | Many subplots shortened | | Matthew’s death scene slightly longer | Same emotional beats, trimmed | | Special closing credits music | Shortened credits |

: The production, filmed in Ontario and Prince Edward Island, is known for its scenery and costumes. Awards : The series won an Emmy Award and 10 Gemini Awards. Reviewer Opinions Anne of Green Gables - 1985 - 2 Parts

The 1985 version is considered a "kindred spirit" to the text. Anne is often highlighted as a proto-modern woman. Colleen Dewhurst's performance as Marilla is praised. | Original 1985 TV (Parts 1 & 2)