Introduction
โAnne Shirleyโ (ใขใณใปใทใฃใผใชใผ) is a Japanese television anime series produced by The Answer Studio and directed by Hiroshi Kawamata. This series is adapted from the first three novels of the โAnne of Green Gablesโ series by Lucy Maud Montgomery, specifically the 1952 Japanese translation by Hanako Muraoka. The series was broadcast for 24 episodes from April 5 to September 27, 2025, on NHK Educational TV.
Plot
Anne Shirley, an 11-year-old girl, leaves the orphanage and is adopted by a family on Prince Edward Island. She is sent to live with Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, although they initially asked for a boy. Matthew, Marilla's brother, warmly welcomes her, but Marilla is initially cold and wants to send her back. However, Marilla eventually grows fond of Anne and decides to let her stay with them at their home known as Green Gables. Throughout her life there, Anne faces various personal challenges, forms lifelong friendships such as with Diana Barry, and has rivals like Gilbert Blythe. In the process, she grows and matures into a woman, experiencing love, happiness, friendship, sorrow, and loss.
Main Characters
Anne Shirley
Voiced by Honoka Inoue (Japanese) and Monica Flatley (English). An 11-year-old girl from an orphanage with a very active imagination. She gets easily upset when people mock her appearance, especially her red hair. Throughout the series, she becomes more mature and confident, eventually becoming a professional teacher and continuing her education at college.Marilla Cuthbert
Voiced by Aya Nakamura (Japanese) and Linda Leonard (English). Anne's adoptive mother who was initially hesitant but eventually loves Anne. She is strict and firm, but also progressive for her time, encouraging Anne to pursue education and choose a career.Matthew Cuthbert
Voiced by Yasunori Matsumoto (Japanese) and Randy Pearlman (English). Anne's adoptive father who quickly grows fond of her and often spoils her. He passes away due to a heart attack in Episode 10.Diana Barry
Voiced by Yume Miyamoto (Japanese) and Amanda Gael (English). Anne's loyal best friend. Although she does not have as much imagination as Anne, their friendship is very strong.Gilbert Blythe
Voiced by Naoya Miyase (Japanese) and Corey Wilder (English). A 13-year-old boy who teases Anne about her red hair, causing Anne to hit him with a slate. However, he falls in love with Anne, and they eventually reconcile.Media
Manga
A manga adaptation by Akane Hoshikubo, also based on the 1952 translation by Hanako Muraoka, began serialization in the online magazine B's Log Comic published by Enterbrain on January 5, 2025. The first volume was released on August 1, 2025.Anime
This new television anime series was announced in November 2024 and produced by The Answer Studio. It is directed by Hiroshi Kawamata, with character design by Kenichi Tsuchiya and music by Michiru ลshima. The series was broadcast for 24 episodes from April 5 to September 27, 2025, on NHK Educational TV. The opening theme song for episode three is "Yokan" (ไบๆ) by Tota, while the closing theme is "Heart" by Laura Day Romance. The series is streamed by Crunchyroll and licensed by Medialink for Southeast Asia through the YouTube channel Ani-One Asia.Episodes
The series is divided into three arcs, each corresponding to a novel in the series: 'Anne of Green Gables', 'Anne of Avonlea', and 'Anne of the Island'. Early episodes include:
Subsequent episodes follow Anne's development from childhood to adulthood, including significant events such as Matthew's death, friendship with Gilbert, and teaching in Avonlea.
Conclusion
The anime series 'Anne Shirley' successfully brings the touching classic story to life with high-quality animation and deep character portrayal. It has received positive feedback from fans of the original series as well as new viewers, making it a must-watch adaptation.
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*Original source: [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anne_Shirley_%282025_TV_series%29)*