Tutti Frutti
Overview
Tutti Frutti, a six-episode drama from BBC Scotland, debuted in 1987, showcasing the talents of writer John Byrne. The series features a stellar cast, including Robbie Coltrane, Emma Thompson, Maurice Roëves, Richard Wilson, and Katy Murphy, who collectively captured the audience's attention. Their performances not only highlighted their individual skills but also propelled many of them into the national spotlight, making the show a significant moment in British television history. With its engaging storytelling and memorable characters, Tutti Frutti remains a noteworthy entry in the landscape of 1980s drama.
Episodes
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1
The Boy Can't Help It
After spending 25 years performing in small Scottish venues, the aging rock band The Majestics is finally on the brink of achieving major success.
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The Journey Begins
Title: A New Beginning Plot: When Sara Stanley, a privileged young girl, is sent to live with her estranged relatives on Prince Edward Island due to ...
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2
On The Road Again
The band feels frustrated to discover they won’t be headlining the show. Meanwhile, Vince drops a bombshell by revealing that his girlfriend is expe...
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2
The Story Girl Earns Her Name
Content to remain at Rose Cottage with her aunts Hetty and Olivia, Sara befriends Jasper Dale, known as "The Awkward Man" of Avonlea. Meanwhile, the s...
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3
Gin A Body Dig A Body...
The BBC is producing a documentary about Big Jazz's death, and Danny chooses to participate. This decision sparks jealousy among the others, who feel ...
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3
The Quarantine at Alexander Abraham's
Sara and Felix, feeling playful, decide to sneak into the home of the cantankerous Alexander Abraham as part of a dare, unaware that he’s ill and fa...
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4
Don't You Rock Me Daddy-O
When the Majestics' drummer faces a surprise from his past during a radio show with Danny, it sends him into a tailspin. Meanwhile, Noreen decides to ...
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4
The Materializing of Duncan McTavish
In the close-knit community of Avonlea, secrets are hard to come by. Frustrated, Marilla Cuthbert decides to invent a fictional suitor for the women i...
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5
Love Hurts
The Majestics set out to break a new record. Meanwhile, Danny uncovers the reality concerning Suzie's husband.
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5
Old Lady Lloyd (aka Song in the Night)
Old Lady Lloyd is thought to be incredibly rich, but in reality, she’s struggling in her grand home. Sara forms a friendship with Miss Lloyd and is ...
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6
A Wop-Boppa Loo-Bop A Wop-Bam Boom
At the Glasgow Pavilion, the highlight of the Silver Jubilee Tour, tension rises. Danny steps into the ring to face Suzi, while the TV show's drama un...
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6
Proof of the Pudding
When Aunt Janet and Uncle Alec head off to celebrate their 15th anniversary, bossy Felicity takes charge of the kids. Aunt Hetty also departs for Char...
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7
Conversions
The arrival of a missionary in Avonlea captivates the children. Sara becomes upset upon learning that Peter, the boy they’ve hired, has “no religi...
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8
Aunt Abigail's Beau
Title: Aunt Abigail's Beau Plot: Janet King's sister, Abigail (affectionately known as Aunt 'Crabigail') Ward, is a meticulous old maid who prides he...
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9
Malcolm and the Baby
Title: Malcolm and the Baby Plot: Upon returning from their honeymoon, Malcolm proposes the idea of starting a family, but Abigail feels she’s past...
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10
Felicity's Challenge
Felicity's arrogance leads her to boast that she can make anyone popular, even the shy Clemmie Ray. In a challenge to the haughty Sally Potts and her ...
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11
The Witch of Avonlea
With Aunt Hetty serving as the schoolmistress in Avonlea, Felix feels like the "dunce" she often calls him. Desperate to succeed in the upcoming spell...
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12
The Blue Chest of Arabella King
Arabella King, a distant relative, was left heartbroken at her wedding, leaving behind her beautiful attire in a chest that has sat untouched in the K...
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13
Nothing Endures But Change
Blair Stanley, Sara's father, has been cleared of fraud charges and wants her to return to Montreal with him. Upon his arrival on the island, he faces...
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Sara's Homecoming
Sara comes back to Montreal to stay with her father, but a heartbreaking accident forces her to return to the island. Once just without her mother, sh...
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2
How Kissing Was Discovered
Janet King's Great-Aunt Eliza pays a visit, stirring up quite a frenzy in the King household as Janet juggles her desire to impress her while feeling ...
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3
Aunt Hetty's Ordeal
Muriel Stacey returns to Avonlea, eager to revisit her old school and reunite with her friend Hetty King. However, Hetty feels uneasy about Muriel, wh...
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4
Of Corsets and Secrets and True True Love
Title: Corsets, Whispers, and Genuine Affection Plot: After the passing of their parents, Dora and Davy Keith move in with Marilla, a distant relativ...
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5
Old Quarrels, Old Love
At a wedding, Hetty King unexpectedly encounters her former flame, Romney Penhallow, but she chooses to ignore him due to a long-standing feud. Undete...
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6
May the Best Man Win
Edwin Clark, a former love of Olivia's, has come back to Avonlea, determined to win her over. Years ago, Hetty had driven him away, but now that he’...
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7
Family Rivalry
Roger King returns from his adventures in the Brazilian jungles, and Hetty is thrilled, showering him with admiration. She decides to host a reception...
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8
Sea Ghost
Title: Sea Ghost Plot: Gus Pike is diligently balancing school and various jobs in town when the enigmatic lighthouse keeper, Captain Ezekiel Crane, ...
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9
All That Glitters
While assisting Gus and Captain Crane in gathering firewood, Sara stumbles upon an ancient gold coin. Captain Crane reveals that the island is steeped...
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10
Dreamer of Dreams
Feeling restless with their mundane routines, the King cousins embark on a project to launch their own newspaper. Their endeavor brings them joy until...
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11
It's Just a Stage
Title: Just a Moment in the Spotlight Plot: Pigeon Plumtree, a renowned actress and cousin to Sara, visits Avonlea, igniting excitement in Sara as Pi...
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12
A Mother's Love
“Rollings Reliable” is hosting an essay contest to celebrate the town's mothers. Sara chooses to write about Aunt Hetty, but Sally Potts and Felic...
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13
Misfits and Miracles
Archie Gillis takes a stand against Alec King by turning away numerous players eager to join the Avonlea hockey team. In response, Alec forms his own ...
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The Ties That Bind (aka Sister of the Bride)
Hetty steps in to manage Olivia and Jasper's wedding, transforming their originally simple ceremony into a chaotic spectacle. While Olivia and Jasper ...
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2
Felix and Blackie
Alec plans to sell Blackie, an old farm horse who means a lot to Felix, after he acquires a new horse. Felix is adamant about keeping Blackie and enli...
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3
Another Point of View (aka Facts and Fictions)
Alec wins a seat on the school board, prompting Hetty to resign as Avonlea's schoolmistress due to feeling unjustly criticized. Her replacement, Alist...
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4
But When She Was Bad... She Was Horrid (1)
Title: But When She Was Bad... She Was Horrid (1) Plot: Sara is grappling with the challenges of growing up, but Hetty refuses to see that the 'Story...
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5
But When She Was Bad... She Was Horrid (2)
In Avonlea, Jo Pitts is causing chaos, leading Hetty to think that "Sara" has lost her mind. Frustrated with Hetty, Jo plots to drown her. Meanwhile, ...
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Aunt Janet's Rebellion
Title: Aunt Janet's Stand Plot: The Women's Suffrage Movement arrives in Avonlea, igniting a fire in Janet after she listens to a passionate suffrage...
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A Dark and Stormy Night
On a tempestuous night, Gus finds himself enchanted by the stunning Amanda Stone, much to Felicity's dismay. Just as Amanda departs, Robert Rutherford...
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Friends and Relations
Title: Bonds and Conflicts Plot: Sisters Janet and Abigail, along with Olivia and Hetty, attend an auction while the men—Jasper, Alec, and Felix—...
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Vows of Silence (aka True Confessions)
Title: Vows of Silence (aka True Confessions) Plot: In a small town, the newly appointed minister delivers a fiery sermon that instills a strong beli...
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10
After the Honeymoon
Jasper Dale is focused on his research about bats, leaving Olivia feeling unqualified and unable to contribute. When a female scientist arrives to ass...
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11
High Society
Felicity receives an invitation to Kingsport Ladies College due to her outstanding academic performance. However, she quickly feels overwhelmed by the...
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12
The Calamitious Courting of Hetty King
Title: The Tumultuous Pursuit of Hetty King Plot: Wally Higgins, an ice skate vendor passing through Avonlea, becomes convinced that Hetty is his ide...
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13
Old Friends, Old Wounds
Tragedy strikes Green Gables with the unexpected passing of Marilla Cuthbert, leaving no will behind. Everyone assumes that Anne is destined to inheri...
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Tug of War (aka Where There's A Will)
Olivia is on the verge of welcoming her first baby, and Jasper's family arrives, eager to support her during the delivery. However, their free-spirite...
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The Lady and the Blade
Aunt Hetty's intentions to assist Olivia with her newborn take an unexpected turn when Olivia dares Hetty to unleash her creativity. Unbeknownst to He...
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3
Incident at Vernon River
On his 14th birthday, Felix longs for a rifle but ends up with a telescope instead. Undeterred, he borrows his father's rifle to embark on another of ...
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4
Boys Will Be Boys
After a near disaster at the stable almost leads to a fire, the town resolves to establish a Volunteer Fire Department. The decision on who should lea...
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5
Moving On (aka Sara and the Marshal)
Title: Moving On (aka Sara and the Marshal) Plot: As Felicity and Gus's relationship blossoms, Sara finds herself feeling isolated. When Zak Morgan a...
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6
Evelyn
Alec's old friend Emmett comes back to Avonlea, bringing along his new wife and a baby. Struggling with a failing farm, Emmett turns to Alec for assis...
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7
The Dinner (aka Felicity's Grand Design)
At 16, Felicity believes that a romantic dinner with Gus is just what their relationship needs. She devises a plan to clear the house, allowing them t...
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8
Heirs and Graces
Title: Heirs and Graces Plot: Gus secures Felix a position at the White Sands Hotel as Simon Tremayne's aide. Felix becomes overly confident in his n...
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9
Hearts and Flowers (aka aka Servant of Two Masters)
Title: Hearts and Flowers (aka Servant of Two Masters) Plot: In a bid to boost finances, Simon Tremayne brings Hetty on board as his "silent" partner...
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10
Felicity's Perfect Beau
Felicity finds herself torn between the affections of Gus Pike and Arthur Pettibone, as one offers her a marriage proposal while the other pursues her...
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11
The Disappearance
Title: The Vanishing Act Plot: The affluent son of a prominent businesswoman sneaks away to the White Sands hotel without telling his mother. Simulta...
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12
Jasper's Home Movie
A wealthy American developer aims to transform Avonlea to resemble a town he created in Pennsylvania, sparking varied reactions among the residents. C...
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13
Hearth and Home
Sara and Felix are in dire need of a science project for school when they stumble upon the ideal one in Jasper's workshop. Just then, Aunt Eliza pays ...
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Fathers and Sons
Title: Fathers and Sons Plot: Felix faces a tough decision about his future: should he remain on the farm or continue at the hotel? Overwhelmed by th...
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Memento Mori
Title: Memento Mori Plot: As Hetty approaches her 50th birthday, her family organizes a surprise celebration. Meanwhile, her publisher has shifted aw...
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3
Modern Times
Title: Modern Times Plot: The wealthy American millionaire plans to transform the old cannery into a distillery, sparking outrage in Hetty. Determine...
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4
A Friend in Need
After just one day back at school, Davey Keith finds himself in hot water. After being caught scrapping on the playground, Clive Pettibone punishes hi...
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5
Strictly Melodrama
Title: Strictly Melodrama Plot: Avonlea is gearing up for its annual drama competition, and Hetty is determined to claim victory. She makes a bet wit...
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6
The Great Race
Felix is eager to participate in the steeplechase, but Janet worries about his safety. Despite her concerns, he secretly trains for the event and ends...
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7
Stranger in the Night
The Kings discover a stranger in their barn and decide to offer him a job. However, they begin to question whether he is truly who he claims to be.
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8
Someone to Believe In
John Hodgeson, vying for the position of Prime Minister, is staying at the White Sands with his daughter. Adeline finds herself drawn to Felix. Inspir...
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9
Thursday's Child
The King family learns that Cecily has tuberculosis, prompting the local community to distance themselves from them. As fear spreads, the townspeople ...
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10
Best Laid Plans
To make amends for an accident he caused, Hetty tasks Davey, who’s looking after Dora, with completing three good deeds. The first involves Jasper, ...
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11
Otherwise Engaged
Title: Otherwise Engaged Plot: In Avonlea, there's a buzz about budding romances. With Morgan away at military school, Clive's attention is solely on...
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12
Enter Prince Charming (1)
Title: Enter Prince Charming (1) Plot: Avonlea welcomes a new clergyman, Rev. Elliott, but his lighthearted approach to preaching doesn't sit well ...
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13
The Minister's Wife (2)
Janet and Viola take a fun drive in Miss Stacey's shiny new car, sparking gossip about Mrs. Elliott's possible drinking issues.
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The Return of Gus Pike
While studying at medical school, Felicity is surprised when Felix visits her. They spot Gus in the marketplace with an unfamiliar woman, leading Feli...
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Lonely Hearts
The Bachelor Auction takes place at the White Sands Hotel, where each bachelor prepares a picnic basket for bidding. The highest bidder gets to enjoy ...
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3
Christmas In June
Title: Christmas in June Plot: Cecily finds herself in a New York sanitarium, where she encounters Louie, a clever street kid. The two quickly grow t...
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4
Fools and Kings
For the first time ever, Janet finds herself with some spare time. With Felicity, Daniel, and Cecily all away, and Felix occupied at the hotel while A...
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5
Comings and Goings
Sara arrives back in Avonlea with Nanny Louisa, excited to share her intentions of heading to Paris for her studies. However, Nanny and Aunt Hetty qui...
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6
The Trouble with Davey
With Rose Cottage now vacant, Hetty steps in to care for Dora and Davy while Rachel recovers from her stroke. Rachel moves out west to stay with her s...
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7
Great Expectations
Title: Great Expectations Plot: Davy discovers that school isn't for him and chooses to skip it. Hetty believes that getting him a job will help him ...
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A Fox Tale
Title: A Fox Tale Plot: Felix ventures into fox breeding alongside Izzy, but when he seeks a bank loan, he swaps Izzy for Nat Lester as his new partn...
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9
The More Things Change
Clive and Muriel plan to tie the knot, but Izzy's antagonistic actions lead Muriel to call off the wedding. Meanwhile, Davy falls victim to a scam, lo...
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10
Home Is Where the Heart Is
Following her recovery from a stroke, Rachel Lynde sets off on a journey back to Avonlea from her son's place in the west. Unfortunately, she experien...
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11
What a Tangled Web We Weave
A destitute Polish countess arrives at the White Sands for her son's wedding, alongside Pierre's mother, who is there for her daughter, the bride. Thi...
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12
A Time to Every Purpose (aka The Calling)
After successfully finishing her first year of medical school, Felicity is thrilled when Dr. Snow offers her a summer position. This experience expose...
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13
Homecoming
Cecily returns home from the sanitarium filled with optimism, but both Janet and Alec are worried about a potential relapse, treating her as if she’...
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Out of the Ashes
A year after Gus' ship was reported missing at sea, Felicity is still in deep sorrow. During a town meeting, she finds herself pushed into taking a ro...
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Love May Be Blind... But the Neighbours Ain't
During the Dominion Day picnic, Felix faces the risk of losing Izzy as a friend, while Jasper struggles to inform Olivia about his new teaching opport...
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Davey and the Mermaid
Davy becomes infatuated when he spots a 'mermaid' at a traveling show, filling his mind with dreams and imagination. Meanwhile, Rachel is on the mend ...
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Woman of Importance
Izzy finds herself feeling restless and adrift after Felix's betrayal and her father's new marriage. When she reaches out to her aunt, she’s taken a...
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Secrets and Sacrifices
Title: Secrets and Sacrifices Plot: When Janet King's sister, Abigail, and Great Aunt Eliza arrive back in Avonlea, they disrupt Janet's life conside...
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Ah... Sweet Mystery of Life
As Simon Tremayne contemplates an offer to purchase the White Sands hotel for modernization, Hetty discovers that the school is set to close, with stu...
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King of the Great White Way
Title: Ruler of the Radiant Stage Plot: A renowned songwriting duo arrives at the White Sands hotel, and Hetty is initially uninterested until she di...
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Total Eclipse
With the adults absent from King Farm during a solar eclipse, Cecily inadvertently ruins funds intended for charity and is tasked with making it right...
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From Away
Title: From Away Plot: Two young brothers, orphaned and in search of their older sibling Jim, arrive at the Avonlea Foundling Home, stirring chaos in...
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10
After the Ball Is Over
As Great Aunt Eliza approaches her 90th birthday, Janet and Abigail organize a special celebration in her honor. However, the arrival of Cousin Winifr...
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11
Return to Me
A mysterious phone call at the King Farm prompts Felicity King, just days away from her wedding to Stuart McCrae, and Hetty King to embark on a quest ...
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The Last Hurrah
Jasper returns from England to discover that Olivia has welcomed Lottie, a young woman recently let go from the Carmody cannery, along with her baby. ...
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So Dear to My Heart
Gus's unexpected arrival in Avonlea surprises the King Family, leaving Felicity torn between her first love, Gus, and the gentle banker, Stuart. Meanw...
