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Candy Candy 1976

★ 8.5/10 · 713 votes NR AnimationDramaKids 1 seasons · 115 eps Ended
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What is Candy Candy?

Candy Candy is an animated television series about an orphan girl named Candy. She lives in an orphanage called Pony's Home and has a good friend named Ann.

Type
TV series
Year
1976
Status
Ended
Episodes
115
Runtime
25 minutes
First aired
Oct 1, 1976
Last aired
Feb 2, 1979
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
tv asahi
Genres
Animation, Drama, Kids
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Overview

Candy Candy is an animated television series about an orphan girl named Candy. She lives in an orphanage called Pony's Home and has a good friend named Ann. Candy meets a significant person in her life on the hill behind the orphanage. She is later adopted by the Loka's family, but faces challenges from the family's relatives, Leo and Eliza. One day, Candy meets a boy named Antony, who bears a resemblance to someone she had previously encountered.

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Should you watch it?

“Follow the journey of an optimistic orphan girl as she navigates life after leaving her childhood home.”

Reasons to watch
  • features a resilient protagonist
  • explores themes of friendship and growth
Keep in mind
  • contains depictions of antagonistic characters

Watch it if you enjoy classic animation centered on a character's personal growth and emotional journey.

The series features dramatic themes suitable for a general audience.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

The story follows an orphan girl named Candy who leaves her orphanage to face new life challenges.

Who is the main character?

The main character is a girl named Candy who is described as nice, optimistic, and warm-hearted.

Where did Candy grow up?

Candy lived in an orphanage known as Pony's Home during her childhood.

Who produced the series?

The anime adaptation was produced by Toei Animation.

When did the series air?

The television series originally aired between 1976 and 1979.