Plot Summary

Annie follows the story of a spirited orphan girl living under the harsh rule of her cruel foster guardian, Miss Hannigan. Despite the emotional and material hardships of orphanage life, Annie’s resilience and unwavering optimism allow her to face adversity with remarkable strength well beyond her years.

Annie’s fortunes begin to change when she crosses paths with Benjamin Stacks, a young and ambitious politician running for mayor of New York City. Seeing both a moral opportunity and a potential boost to his public image, Stacks decides to take Annie in. As their lives intertwine, what begins as a calculated political move gradually evolves into a genuine emotional bond. Through Annie’s infectious hope and honesty, Stacks rediscovers empathy and purpose, realizing that her presence transforms not only his campaign but his understanding of family, responsibility, and what truly matters.