Acclaimed director Greta Gerwig has been tapped to helm a new reboot of The Chronicles of NarniaAnd the upcoming film series is already starting to take shape. Based on the beloved series of young adult novels by English writer CS Lewis, The Chronicles of Narnia is set in the fantastic realm of fantasy and magic and tells an epic tale of war and peace in the kingdom. The novels first began to be published in the 1950s, but it was not until the 2005s that The lion, the witch and the wardrobe That Lewis's vision arrived on the big screen for the first time.
Followed in the footsteps of the generation-defining YA series II Harry PotterThe first Chronicles of Narnia The film was followed by two increasingly poorly received sequels that eventually killed the franchise before it ever got started. Even though previous attempts to adapt The Chronicles of Narnia Have not failed, Netflix optioned the rights to the classic stories and has a plan in motion that aims to avoid the mistakes of the recent past. One of the biggest changes is the addition of highly talented personnel, and Greta Gerwig has a chance to continue her cinematic hot streak.
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The Chronicles of Narnia Latest News
The first cast member has been announced
Logically, the 21-year-old would be best as the eldest Pevensie sibling, Peter, but nothing has been officially confirmed yet.
While much of the Netflix franchise has been kept under wraps, the latest news seemingly confirms the first cast member for The Chronicles of Narnia. According to insider reports, Greta Gerwig beat rising actor Louis Partridge (Enola Holmes) in her upcoming filmAlthough his role has not been announced. Logically, the 21-year-old would be best as the eldest Pevensie sibling, Peter, but nothing has been officially confirmed yet.
The Chronicles of Narnia is confirmed
Netflix acquired the rights in 2018
Even though little news has come out about casting or a potential release date, Netflix Chronicles of Narnia is officially confirmed. Gerwig was attached in mid-2023, but the Netflix and Narnia Timeline stretches back to 2018 when the streamer acquired the rights (via Rolling Stone). In the intervening years, Netflix has made little mention of them Narnia Aspirations until they land Barbie Director Greta Gerwig. The streamer's long-term goals are also not known, viz Gerwig only signed on to direct the first two moviesThat leaves five potential films on the table, assuming Netflix tackles all seven novels.
The Chronicles of Narnia Book series by CS Lewis includes:
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Book title |
Release year |
Notes |
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The lion, the witch and the wardrobe |
1950 |
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Prince Caspian: The Return to Narnia |
1951 |
Set 1,300 Narnia years after the events of the first book. |
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The Journey of the Dawn Treader |
1952 |
Set 3 Narnia years after Prince Caspian. |
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The silver chair |
1953 |
Set 50 Narnia years after Dawn treader. |
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The horse and his boy |
1954 |
Takes place during the events of the last chapter of The lion, the witch and the wardrobe. |
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The magician's nephew |
1955 |
Set long before the events of The lion, the witch and the wardrobe. |
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The last battle |
1956 |
Set 200 Narnia years later The silver chair. |
The Chronicles of Narnia Production Status
The first film begins in 2024
If the film sticks to its announced schedule, The Chronicles of Narnia is quite far along in its production timeline. It was revealed in April 2024 that the first Narnia The film would begin shooting in August 2024 and is slated to last until March 2025. This suggests that it could arrive sometime in late 2025Although Netflix has not made their release plans known yet. With such a massive franchise planned, the filming could happen back-to-back, which could speed up the process. However, until more details are revealed, a release date is elusive.
The Chronicles of Narnia cast
The cast remains a mystery
With Netflix taking their time assembling their potential film franchise, almost nothing is known about the cast of The Chronicles of Narnia. However, September 2024 saw the casting of the first actor when Gerwig signed on rising star Louis Partridge (Enola Holmes). Partridge's role has not been revealed yet, although it would make the most sense for him to play the eldest Pevensie sibling, Peter.
The Chronicles of Narnia Story
The first film will likely adapt "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe"
Netflix's approach to the massive Narnia The universe has not yet been disclosed, however It is assumed that the first movie will tackle the first book, The lion, the witch and the wardrobe. Set at the height of the London Blitz in World War II, the novel follows the four Pevensie siblings as they are sent to live in the countryside where they discover a wardrobe that leads to a fantastical realm. Once in Narnia, the quartet becomes involved with the return of Asan, who leads a rebellion against the evil White Witch.
Since the book is quite short, the movie should not have problems with the story of The lion, the witch and the wardrobe in one exit. However, the movie may also add other elements of the story The Chronicles of Narnia In order to set up future sequels. Until Netflix reveals more, something outside of CS Lewis' Narnia Novels are entirely speculative.