Road to Avonlea

Road to Avonlea (1990-1996)

EndedScripted showDrama, Family, History

Based on a series of novels by Lucy Maud Montgomery, author of Anne of Green Gables, Road to Avonlea follows a young rich girl as she is sent to live with relatives in the fictional town of Avonlea, Prince Edward Island in the early 1900s.

Sara Stanley (Sarah Polley) is a 10-year-old Montréal heiress who is sent by her wealthy father to live with her two maiden aunts, Hetty and Olivia King, to be near her late mother's side of the family.

This critically-acclaimed Canadian favourite follows Sarah as she struggles to transition from her privileged Montréal life to survive emotionally in rural Avonlea without her father, as well as the drama and romance of the other members of the King family and other residents of the Avonlea community.

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday (60 min)

Last Episode

So Dear to My Heart
Season 7Episode 13

So Dear to My Heart

Gus' return to Avonlea stuns the King Family and forces Felicity to make a decision between her childhood sweetheart, Gus and the kindly banker, Stuart. In the meantime, Jasper and Olivia have decided to leave Avonlea, after the disastrous Dale Cannery fire and Hetty is furious. Felix makes a decision that stuns his family, especially his mother Janet, and a certain familiar character makes her prodigal return to Avonlea for Felicity's wedding day.
Mar 31, 1996

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S07E13So Dear to My HeartMar 31, 1996
S07E12The Last HurrahMar 24, 1996
S07E11Return to MeMar 17, 1996
S07E10After the Ball Is OverMar 10, 1996
S07E09From AwayMar 3, 1996
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Road to Avonlea' premiere?

The show premiered on January 7, 1990.

What was the show's original title?

The original title of the show was 'Avonlea Chronicles'.

Which famous author inspired the show's characters and setting?

The show was inspired by the work of author Lucy Maud Montgomery, who wrote the 'Anne of Green Gables' book series.

Who were the show's original producers?

The show's original producers were Kevin Sullivan and Trudy Grant.

What was the show's premise?

The show followed the adventures of Sara Stanley, a wealthy young girl who moves to the small town of Avonlea to live with her relatives.

How many episodes were produced for the show?

The show produced a total of 91 episodes.

What Canadian network originally aired the show?

The show originally aired on the Canadian Broadcasting Network (CBC).

Who played the lead role of Sara Stanley?

The lead role of Sara Stanley was played by actress Sarah Polley.

Where was the show filmed?

The show was mainly filmed in Ontario, Canada.

Who composed the show's theme song?

The show's theme song was composed by Don Gillis.

Which other famous actors appear in the show's cast?

The show's cast included other famous actors such as Jackie Burroughs, Gema Zamprogna, and Mag Ruffman.

Which award did the show win in 1992?

The show won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Children's Program in 1992.

Was the show a spin-off of another series?

Yes, the show was a spin-off of the 1985 TV adaptation of 'Anne of Green Gables'.

Who produced the show's soundtrack album?

The show's soundtrack album was produced by Gema Zamprogna and Graham Harley.

Cast

Zachary Bennett

Zachary Bennett

plays Felix King
Molly Atkinson

Molly Atkinson

plays Cecily King (2)
Cedric Smith

Cedric Smith

plays Alec King
Michael Mahonen

Michael Mahonen

plays Gus Pike
Sarah Polley

Sarah Polley

plays Sara Stanley
Patricia Hamilton

Patricia Hamilton

plays Rachel Lynde
Jackie Burroughs

Jackie Burroughs

plays Hetty King
R.H. Thomson

R.H. Thomson

plays Jasper Dale
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Characters

Felix King

Felix King

played by Zachary Bennett
Cecily King (2)

Cecily King (2)

played by Molly Atkinson
Alec King

Alec King

played by Cedric Smith
Gus Pike

Gus Pike

played by Michael Mahonen
Sara Stanley

Sara Stanley

played by Sarah Polley
Rachel Lynde

Rachel Lynde

played by Patricia Hamilton
Hetty King

Hetty King

played by Jackie Burroughs
Jasper Dale

Jasper Dale

played by R.H. Thomson
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Also known as

  • Avonlea (United States)
  • Váratlan utazás (Hungary)

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