Anne of green gables anime 2026

 Anne Shirley's Anne of Green Gables Anime: Everything You Need to Know Overview & Premiere

 A fresh anime adaptation of L.M.  The 24-episode adaptation of Anne of Green Gables by Montgomery, titled Anne Shirley, debuted on April 5, 2025. Produced by The Answer Studio, it adapts the first three novels in the series: Anne of Green Gables, Anne of Avonlea, and Anne of the Island.

 Streaming and broadcasting Crunchyroll makes the international version of the show, which airs on NHK Educational TV in Japan. Medialink broadcasts it on Ani-One Asia's YouTube channel in Southeast Asia. The Voice Cast and Creative Team Director: Hiroshi Kawamata

 Character Designer: Kenichi Tsuchiya

 Music Composer: Michiru Ōshima

 The Answer Studio: Animation Studio Voice Actors:

 Anne Shirley is played by Honoka Inoue. Marilla Cuthbert is played by Aya Nakamura. Yasunori Matsumoto as Matthew Cuthbert

 Gilbert Blythe is played by Naoya Miyase. Diana Barry is played by Yume Miyamoto. Adaptation's Purpose In contrast to the 1979 classic Akage no Anne, which only covered the first book, this adaptation covers Anne's journey from childhood to young adulthood. This makes this adaptation stand out. Remarkable Applause Polygon claims that the anime captures the emotional core and dramatic flair of the original story by delivering standout moments in slow motion with cinematic intensity, such as Anne smashing her slate over Gilbert Blythe's head. Legacy Honor This new version honors a legacy that includes the iconic 1979 adaptation directed by Isao Takahata, with Hayao Miyazaki contributing scene layouts—one of the earliest collaborations now celebrated by anime fans.