Heidi is an orphaned girl initially raised by her aunt Dete in Maienfeld, Switzerland. In order to get a job in Frankfurt, Dete brings 5-year-old Heidi to her grandfather, who has been at odds with the villagers for years and lives in seclusion on the alm. He at first resents Heidi's arrival, but the girl manages to penetrate his harsh exterior and subsequently has a delightful stay with him and her best friend, young Peter the goat-herd.
This adaptation follows the beloved story of Heidi, an orphaned girl sent to live with her reclusive grandfather in the Swiss Alps. She brings joy to his solitary life and forms a deep bond with the mountains and her friend Peter. Later, Heidi is taken to Frankfurt to be a companion to a wealthy invalid girl, Clara, where she longs to return to her mountain home.
The 1968 television film adaptation of Heidi was generally well-received for its faithfulness to Johanna Spyri's classic novel and its charming portrayal of the protagonist. It is often cited as a heartwarming and enduring rendition, particularly for family audiences.
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This particular adaptation is a British television film, notable for being one of many screen versions of Johanna Spyri's enduring novel.
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