My Daddy Long Legs

An orphaned girl in New York receives a scholarship from a mysterious benefactor she calls "Daddy Long Legs," and chronicles her adventures through letters.

CHARACTERS

Judy Abbott

Orphaned Judy Abbott receives financial aid from a benefactor, John Smith, to attend college and regularly correspond with him.

Portrayed by Horie Mitsuko

Julia Rutledge Pendleton

Snobbish heiress Julia, initially Judy's rival, becomes her best friend and Jimmy's betrothed.

Portrayed by Amano Yuri

Sally McBride

Orphaned Sally McBride finds a benefactor and strives for independence.

Portrayed by Satou Chie

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DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Nippon Animation

Season

Winter 1990

Start Date

1990-01-12

End Date

1990-12-21

Episodes

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