On television, Toby Tarnow starred in a musical adaption of "Anne of Green Gables" (1956) which aired on CBC Television. The BBC serial "Anne of Green Gables" (1972) and its sequel, "Anne of Avonlea" (1975), featured Kim Braden as the titular character. Megan Follows starred in television film "Anne of Green Gables" (1985), directed by Kevin Sullivan and produced by CBC. Follows reprised her role in ' (1987) and ' (2000). The series garnered critical acclaim, its accolades including a Peabody Award and Emmy Award for Outstanding Children's Program.