Shows like Anne with an E

These shows center on characters navigating the complexities of growing up while searching for a sense of belonging. Each story leans into the tension between maintaining a cheerful, optimistic outlook and confronting the harsh realities of their respective environments.

Viewers drawn to the 19th-century setting and heartfelt character development of a young, resilient orphan will find similar emotional resonance here. The selection includes titles like The Gilded Age for historical depth or Geek Girl for a contemporary take on the coming of age experience. These narratives focus on the formation of found families and the persistent effort to find one's place in the world.