Plot — What is Pollyanna about?
Pollyanna Whittier goes to live with her wealthy but bitter aunt after the tragic death of her father. Pollyanna shares a game her father taught her -- the 'Glad Game' -- in which everyone can find a silver lining in even the darkest cloud, and her sunny nature, good humor and determination to look on the bright side of life prove to have an astonishing effect on those around her. With the help of her orphaned friend, Jimmy Bean, she casts her spell on the grumpiest townsfolk of Beldingsville -- including the cynical shut-in Mrs. Snow, the morose millionaire Mr. Pendleton and the enigmatic Dr. Chilton. And Pollyanna masterminds the romance between her Aunt's maid, Nancy, and the handyman, Tim. It is only Aunt Polly, who cannot bring herself to embrace Pollyanna's innocence and joy. But all is not straightforward in Pollyanna's war against pessimism, since she must overcome a personal tragedy that threatens to banish "glad" from her vocabulary forever.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2003 |
| Genre | Drama, Family |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 99 min |
| Audience Score | 84% (8.4/10, 25 votes) |
Pollyanna — FAQ
Is Pollyanna worth watching? Pollyanna holds a 8.4/10 rating from 25 viewers. Pollyanna Whittier goes to live with her wealthy but bitter aunt after the tragic death of her father. Pollyanna shares a game her father taught her -- the 'Glad Game' -- in which everyone can find a silver lining in eve
Who directed Pollyanna? Directed by Sarah Harding.
Who is in the cast of Pollyanna? It stars Amanda Burton, Georgina Terry, Kenneth Cranham, Aden Gillett, Kate Ashfield, Pam Ferris and more.
Where can I stream Pollyanna? You can stream Pollyanna on PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel, WETA+. Availability may vary by region.
When did Pollyanna release? It released in 2003.
