As a result, she’s been able to defy throw in-casting, seamlessly bouncing between genres.

Off-screen, the “Mean Girls” star has lent her creative talents to the world of audiobook narration.

However, they ultimately take a liking to Anne in all her red-headed rambunctious glory, as Britannica explains.

Rachel McAdams smiling

Despite her Canadian roots, Anne is a popular heroine around the world.

In Japan, especially, the novel is particularly-beloved.

This newest series further develops Anne’s backstory, giving us insight into her life before the Cuthberts.

Rachel McAdams interview

According to an exclusive interview withET, McAdams herself wanted to be Anne when she was a young girl.

anne with an e on Netflix