Anne of Green Gables: The Sequel Anne of Green Gables: The Sequel Anne of Green Gables: The Sequel is a 1987 Canadian television miniseries film. It is a sequel to "Anne of Green Gables", and the second of a tetralogy of films. The miniseries dramatizes material from several books in the eight-novel "Anne" series by Lucy Maud Montgomery; they are "Anne of Avonlea" (Book Two), "Anne of the Island" (Book Three) and "Anne of Windy Poplars" (Book Four). As well, the TV film introduces several characters and issues not present in the books. The miniseries aired in four hour-long installments, in May and June 1987, on
Anne of Green Gables describing her fantasies and dreams. At first, stern and sharp Marilla says Anne must return to the orphanage, but after much observation and considering, along with Matthew's strong liking to Anne, she decides to let her stay. As a child of imagination, Anne takes much joy in life and adapts quickly, thriving in the close-knit farming village. Her imagination and talkativeness soon brighten up Green Gables. The book recounts Anne's adventures in making a home: the country school where she quickly excels in her studies; her friendship with Diana Barry, the girl living next door (her best or "bosom friend"