Anne of Green Gables: A Wartime Continuation

Anne of Green Gables: The Continuing Story (2000) – When Childhood Enters the Adult World
After the brilliant childhood years in Green Gables and the memorable journey of adulthood, “Anne of Green Gables: The Continuing Story” (2000) brings a new chapter of depth, maturity and emotion in the life of Anne Shirley – the dreamy girl who once captivated the hearts of audiences around the world.

The film opens when Anne (Megan Follows) and Gilbert Blythe (Jonathan Crombie) are adults, facing the more serious challenges of real life. After Gilbert completes his medical program, the couple plans to move to New York to start a new life. However, the upheavals of the times – especially World War I – take them on a completely different journey.

Gilbert joins the army as a frontline medic, while Anne – with her indomitable spirit – decides to go to Europe to work for the Red Cross and search for her missing best friend. They must go through separation, misunderstanding, and tests of trust and love – all against the harsh but emotional backdrop of war.

A more mature and serious tone:

Different from the previous films with a strong pastoral, romantic and poetic tone, this film delves into harsh reality, reflecting the rapidly changing world of the early 20th century. Anne is no longer the dreamy girl, but a brave, rational but still heartwarming woman – steadfast in her ideals and love.

Megan Follows continues to shine as Anne, bringing inner depth and clear maturity.

Jonathan Crombie remains charming, intelligent and loyal as Gilbert.

The wartime European setting, combined with a moving soundtrack, creates a dramatic yet lyrical atmosphere.

“Anne of Green Gables: The Continuing Story” is more than just a sequel, it is an affirmation of the enduring power of love, friendship, and personal ideals, even in the most turbulent times. The film makes viewers realize that, no matter how life changes, the kindness and courage of Anne – and of those who have lived in the world of Green Gables – always remains steadfast.

DVD: The 2-Disc Special Edition of the film was released on October 29, 2018, and is now available for purchase on Amazon. ​
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Streaming: The film can be viewed on GazeboTV, the official streaming platform for the “Anne of Green Gables” series.

Additionally, a manga adaptation based on Hanako Muraoka’s 1952 translation, illustrated by Akane Hoshikubo, began serialization in Enterbrain’s online magazine B’s Log Comic from January 2025.