Ai Shoujo Pollyanna Story English Sub & Dub

About Ai Shoujo Pollyanna Story

Meet Ai Shoujo Pollyanna Story (愛少女ポリアンナ物語), a drama and slice of life anime by Nippon Animation (1986). Here is the premise in a nutshell. In short: Motherless since birth, Pollyanna was an average happy-go-lucky girl, leaving peacefully with her father, the vicar. Then one day her life changes completely when her father dies and she has to live with her aunt whom she has never met before.

Further in, in the beginning, she seems to be detested by her but as time passes, they develop a very tough bond.

In a drama series like this, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. Voice work is led by Mitsuko Horie as Pollyanna Whittier and Taeko Nakanishi as Narrator. This one is best suited to viewers who prefer story and feelings over flashy action. At 51 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Nippon Animation, which means the visual identity of Ai Shoujo Pollyanna Story follows that studio's craft. Because it leans on drama, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. Its 6.7/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. On the casting side, Mitsuko Horie voicing Pollyanna Whittier gives the lead role a recognizable voice. Released in 1986, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.