Anne Shirley Episode 4 Release Date & Shocking Plot Twists You Can’t Miss!

The reimagined version of “Anne Shirley,” a cherished classic derived from the novel “Anne of Green Gables,” has now begun its initial season, with three episodes already aired. Anticipating viewers, there will be a total of 21 more episodes to round off the first season, with the fourth episode set for release later this week. The first season is slated to span at least the first book in L.M. Montgomery’s Anne Shirley series, but given the intriguing opening credits filled with clues, enthusiasts might speculate that they could witness Anne’s tale continuing beyond the initial novel, potentially adapted into animation.

So far, the initial three episodes have adapted approximately 40% of the book “Anne of Green Gables”. Episode 4 will proceed from where Episode 3 ended, resuming Chapter 15. In Episode 3, titled “Looking Forward to Things Is Half the Pleasure of Them”, Anne shared with Marilla her toughest day in Avonlea yet, recounting her struggles at school.

When Does Anne Shirley Episode 4 Come Out?

Anne Shirley Episodes Release Weekly on Crunchyroll

On Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 6:25pm JST, Episode 4 of Anne Shirley, titled “One Can’t Stay Sad Very Long in Such an Interesting World,” is set to broadcast on Crunchyroll. For those in Japan, the episode will also be shown on NHK Educational TV on the same day. Here’s a table of when Episode 4 airs in various time zones:

| Time Zone | Airing Time |
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| JST | April 26, 2025 at 6:25pm |
| EST | April 26, 2025 at 5:25am |
| PST | April 26, 2025 at 2:25am |
| CEST | April 26, 2025 at 1:25pm |
| GMT | April 26, 2025 at 9:25am |

Time Zone	Release Time
Pacific Daylight Time	02:25am
Eastern Daylight Time	05:25am
British Summer Time	10:25am
Central European Summer Time	11:25am
Indian Standard Time	02:55pm
Philippine Time	05:25pm
Japanese Standard Time	06:25pm
Australia Central Standard Time	06:55pm

Similar to how past episodes have been presented, Episode 4 will feature Japanese audio, along with various subtitles for translation. The title of this episode in Japanese is “Nanika o Tanoshiminishitematsu to iu koto ga, Sono Ureshi Koto no Hanbun ni Ataru Noyo,” which translates to “Expressing joy in anticipation for something good and finding that happiness in its entirety.

What Happened in Anne Shirley Episode 3?

Marilla Learned a Valuable Lesson

In Episode 3 titled “Looking Forward to Things Is Half the Pleasure of Them”, two major themes from the previous episode were further explored. These themes revolved around Anne’s connection with family, home, and the Cuthberts – symbolized by Green Gables – and her personal growth. This episode also introduced a new, pivotal theme for Anne’s character development and her journey in Avonlea: Anne’s pursuit of knowledge and another aspect of her social evolution.

In Episode 2, Marilla and Anne encounter another hurdle as Marilla grapples with her own ideas about tolerance, honesty, faith, and dialogue. Despite being a sincere and moral individual who can be demanding in her expectations, Marilla’s intelligence and inherent compassion prevent her from being harsh or unkind, particularly towards a delicate and spirited young spirit like Anne. Anne expresses her desire to feel accepted by Marilla, and she finds this sense of acceptance not through the nickname she yearned for from Marilla, but when she realizes that Marilla won’t abandon her even if she makes a mistake.

In Episode 3, the validity of Marilla’s beliefs is challenged when she assumes Anne lost her precious amethyst brooch. This incident highlights Marilla’s valuable possessions and her deep affection for them. When Marilla becomes overly insistent on finding the truth about the missing brooch from Anne, she inadvertently pushes Anne into telling a lie to protect herself. This experience teaches Marilla an important lesson about parenting and effective communication with children. As a result, their bond strengthens through this shared learning experience.

Anne Attended a Picnic, Then Lost Her Temper at School

Following Anne’s misunderstanding regarding the amethyst brooch being clarified, I, Matthew, joyfully take her to the Avonlea picnic where Diana helps introduce Anne to the local girls her age in the charming town of Avonlea. Anne thoroughly enjoys herself among these young ladies, and it appears she is forging friendships swiftly. This social success is nothing short of a dream come true for a girl who, just a few episodes ago, conversed with an imagined version of herself as her only companion. The picnic scene brings forth a group of new recurring characters: Ruby Gellis, Jane Andrews, Gertie Pye, and Prissy Andrews.

In a cheerful mood, Anne begins her educational journey, seated beside her newly-formed closest companion in Avonlea. She expresses her state as “truly wonderful,” and swiftly demonstrates to her new instructor, Mr. Phillips, that she possesses a keen and agile intellect, responding promptly to his questions and quickly adapting to the class reading material. A fresh personality emerges, Gilbert Blythe, who enjoys popularity within the school.

Instead of Mr. Phillips commending Anne for her map and poetry recital, he appreciates Gilbert’s mathematical abilities, particularly his ability to solve complex fraction problems on the blackboard. The girls, with Diana being a notable example, find him quite endearing. He has a knack for giving people unique nicknames based on characteristics like their hair color, and this practice seems to be more endearing than malicious. He refers to Diana as “Crow” due to her extremely dark black tresses. However, Gilbert is unaware that he’s striking a sensitive nerve when he playfully calls Anne “Carrots,” given her concern about the perceived ugliness of her red hair.

locating her niche in school, and navigating not only among the children on Prince Edward Island, but also along her educational journey.

Anne Shirley Episode 3 Closes With a Teaser for Episode 4 & Beyond

Marilla Will Bring Anne to Speak to Mrs. Lynde About Going Back to School

Episode 3 concludes as Anne firmly declares that she won’t return to school following Marilla’s recounting of the chalkboard/carrots incident. The upcoming Episode 4 promises an exploration of Anne’s academic experiences, filled with fresh challenges. Gilbert Blythe emerges as a multifaceted figure, evidently displeased with the way things ended between him and Anne. It appears he didn’t intend to upset her and is eager to rectify his actions, particularly by standing up for her with Mr. Phillips and chasing after her when she fled the schoolhouse. Anne, being a resolute and perceptive girl, will likely require patience and support from her community to find a resolution.

Episode 3 concluded by unveiling an intriguing sneak peek at what lies ahead in future installments, hinting at Anne’s friendship with Diana deepening through a playdate. As expected, they greet each other joyfully while enjoying dainty tea parties and indulging in cakes and sandwiches, acting like the refined young ladies they are. However, this playdate might not go as planned, as the sneak peek features glimpses of Diana seeming unwell, her mother showing clear signs of disapproval, and Marilla expressing worry. The preview ends with Anne and Diana bidding each other tearfully goodbye.

In Episode 4 titled “One Can’t Stay Sad Very Long In Such an Interesting World,” we witness a challenging situation for Anne, hinting at her resilient spirit. It will be intriguing to observe how Mrs. Rachel Lynde reacts to Anne’s decision to stop schooling. At first, Mrs. Lynde opposed the idea of the Cuthberts adopting Anne and later became the initial source of conflict when she insulted Anne directly. Despite their differences, there’s a reason why Mrs. Lynde is friends with Marilla. She has shown kindness and affection towards Anne in the past. Perhaps this episode will delve deeper into Rachel’s character and reveal more about her impact on Anne Shirley’s life.

2025-04-25 00:46