Emily of New Moon (1998– )An orphan is sent to live with relatives in picturesque turn-of-the-century Prince Edward Island. |
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Emily of New Moon (1998– )An orphan is sent to live with relatives in picturesque turn-of-the-century Prince Edward Island. |
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| Martha MacIsaac | ... |
Emily Byrd Starr
(46 episodes, 1998-2000)
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| Sheila McCarthy | ... |
Laura Murray
(46 episodes, 1998-2000)
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Jessica Pellerin | ... |
Ilse Burnley
(44 episodes, 1998-2000)
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| Stephen McHattie | ... |
Jimmy Murray
(43 episodes, 1998-2000)
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| Kris Lemche | ... |
Perry Miller
(31 episodes, 1998-2000)
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MacKenzie Donaldson | ... |
Jenny Strang
(26 episodes, 1998-2000)
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Richard Donat | ... |
Dr. Burnley
(25 episodes, 1998-2000)
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Emily Cara Cook | ... |
Rhoda Stuart
(25 episodes, 1998-2000)
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Linda Thorson | ... |
Isabel Murray
(23 episodes, 1998-1999)
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| Shawn Roberts | ... |
Teddy Kent
(23 episodes, 1998-2000)
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Set in Prince Edward Island at the turn of the century, "Emily of New Moon" follows Emily Starr, an imaginative young girl who aspires to be a famous writer. When her beloved father dies, her happy life is turned upside down. Her deceased mother's relatives draw lots to determine who would have the burden of taking Emily into their home. It is decided that Emily would live at New Moon with rigid Aunt Elizabeth, timid Aunt Laura and odd Cousin Jimmy. Helped by her overactive imagination and some new friends, Emily slowly adjusts to life at her new home. Written by Orson Wright <orwright@hotmail.com>
I have to say, that I have only recently begun to watch Emily and have fallen in love with all of the characters over again. Although the books are truly amazing pieces of literature, I must admit that the actors portraying the beloved characters are what drew me into watching the show. I am truly amazed at the raw talent coming from Canada and an glad to see that many of these great performers are being recognized. I would also like to say, that although the television show does take some liberties and has added story lines and details that were not in the novels the stories do draw you into the trials and tribulations of the community of Blair Water and the family, and extended family, of New Moon.