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Three years after their last feature film, “The Gray Man,” premiered on Netflix and one year before they make their return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, directors Anthony and Joe Russo are back. Their latest offering, “The Electric State,” is a sci-fi blockbuster with a hefty price tag. The film, which continues the Russos’ ongoing creative partnership with Netflix, has a reported budget of $320 million — making it one of the most expensive movies ever made.

Only films based on pre-existing pieces of intellectual property typically get that kind of financial support in Hollywood these days. Is “The Electric State” based on a book, though? Here is what you should know about the new, expensive Netflix film’s origins.

Is “The Electric State” based on a book?

Yes! “The Electric State” is not, however, based on a traditional book. It is, instead, loosely based on a 2018 illustrated novel by acclaimed Swedish artist Simon Stålenhag.

James Bond Star Daniel Craig To Be Cast On Netflix’s Chronicles of Narnia Reboot? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

C.S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia has been a cornerstone of fantasy literature since the first book, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, was published in 1950. The seven-book series, filled with adventure, magic, and emotional themes, has been loved by generations of readers. Lewis’s vision of Narnia, a land ruled by the majestic lion Aslan, has remained one of the most beloved fictional worlds in literary history. Now, Netflix is set to revive The Chronicles of Narnia with a fresh cinematic universe, and speculation is running wild about the cast, including the possible addition of Daniel Craig.

Over the years, The Chronicles of Narnia has seen multiple adaptations, the most notable being the early 2000s film series produced by Walden Media. The 2005 film The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe became a massive hit,...

Greta Gerwig and Netflix are set to tread new ground with their Chronicles of Narnia reboot. The role Daniel Craig is being eyed for has reportedly been revealed, and it's a character that only appears in one Narnia book.

According to What's on Netflix, Craig has been offered the role of Andrew Ketterley, the eccentric and morally ambiguous uncle of Digory Kirke who is one of the main antagonists of The Magician's Nephew. Published in 1955 as the sixth Narnia novel, The Magician's Nephew is chronologically the first story set in C.S. Lewis' fantasy series. The report adds that Gerwig will be adapting the 1955 children's novel as her first of two Narnia movies, which is tentatively titled Narnia: The Magician's Nephew.

Craig's potential casting in Netflix's Narnia reboot was first reported earlier this week by Deadline, who stated that "he does hold the offer," although it's unclear whether he will take it,...

Following the recent reports that the casting of Greta Gerwig’s Narnia movie franchise is now underway, a new rumor has suggested that the first film in the franchise is already eyeing a big-name star to play a key role. As per What’s on Netflix, the adaptation of The Magician’s Nephew is looking to snag former James Bond star Daniel Craig as Uncle Andrew Ketterley, one of the main antagonists of the first book in The Chronicles of Narnia.

In the story, Andrew is Digory Kirke’s eccentric and morally ambiguous uncle. As one of the antagonists of The Magician’s Nephew. Andrew is the magician of the title, and an alchemist who, in the books, tricks Digory’s friend into entering the world that most people know as lying beyond an unassuming wardrobe. Through Andrew's experiments, Jadis, the White Witch, is transported to London, and mayhem follows with her.

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Deadline reports that Netflix is looking at Daniel Craig to join the cast of Greta Gerwig’s Chronicles of Narnia movie. There are no details on who Craig might play, but the report states that it’s still very early in the process.

Production on the Chronicles of Narnia movie is expected to kick off later this year, so we should hear more casting news in the near future. In fact, it was reported last week that Grammy-winning artist Charli Xcx was also being eyed for a role in the movie, believed to be Jadis the White Witch.

Nothing has been officially announced yet, but it’s likely that the film will be an adaptation of The Magician’s Nephew. Although it was the sixth book published in the seven-novel series, it takes place 1000 years before the events of The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe.

Netflix first announced plans to re-adapt C.S. Lewis' beloved tales from The Chronicles of Narnia back in 2018, and in 2022, we found out that none other than Greta Gerwig (Barbie) was set to direct at least two Narnia movies for the streaming service.

Development has been a slow process, but we finally have our first major piece of casting news, and it's likely to be met with a mixed response.

According to Deadline, pop singer Charli Xcx has entered talks for a key role in the new saga, and the trade believes she will play - providing a deal is struck - the villainous Jadis, aka the White Witch.

Apparently, the Grammy winner - who has just been announced as co-headliner of Saturday’s portion of this year’s Glastonbury Festival alongside the legendary Neil Young - is "among the top choices" to play the character, but nothing is set...

Greta Gerwig has been hard at work on a new adaptation of The Chronicles of Narnia for Netflix. Amidst reports that she has secured a theatrical release, including plenty of IMAX screens, it seems Gerwig is close to finding at least one major cast member for the blockbuster project. Previously played by Tilda Swinton in the 2005 film adaptation, Narnia could feature the brattiest witch of them all if a new report is to be trusted.

According to Deadline, worldwide pop star sensation Charli Xcx is being eyed to play Jadis the White Witch in Netflix's upcoming Narnia movie franchise. No deal has been struck yet, and while the trade is not 100% confident that it is for the iconic villain, Narnia would be by far the artist's most high-profile acting gig yet. Deadline adds that Charli Xcx is among several actors on the top of the list for the White Witch,...

Greta Gerwig hasn't even begun shooting her new take on C.S. Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia, but Netflix already views the film as the start of its next big franchise. As well as being one of the few Netflix original movies that has been granted an IMAX release, Gerwig's Narnia could begin Netflix's longest running film franchise so far. The past adaptation of Narnia, titled The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe was granted two sequels by Disney (Prince Caspian and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader), and managed to adapt three of the seven Chronicles of Narnia novels written by Lewis. But, Netflix apparently wants to take things much further than that.

Per a new report from Deadline, IMAX CEO, Rich Gerlfond has revealed that Netflix wants to stretch its new Chronicles of Narnia movie into an eight-film franchise. Gerlfond dropped the bombshell during IMAX's earning call, and...

Willow actor Warwick Davis brought everyone to tears when he was presented with a BAFTA Fellowship Prize. He became emotional when talking about his late wife, Samantha Davis, who passed away last March. Davis met his wife on the sets of Willow, where the actor played the titular role of Willow Ufgood.

Warwick Davis in and as Willow | Credits: MGM/Lucasfilm Ltd.

Davis played both Professor Flitwick and the goblin Griphook in the Harry Potter films. Before his role in the Wizarding World, he was part of George Lucas’ space opera Star Wars, where he played the role of Wicket. His high-profile roles earned him a unique record of being the highest-grossing supporting actor of all time.

Warwick Davis’s career journey from his medical condition to a successful supporting actor Warwick Davis in the Harry Potter series | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures

Warwick Davis was born with a rare bone growth disorder,...

“You don’t need to be a knight in shining armor to be a hero”—sometimes, the real power lies in the quirks that make you different, the imperfections that others may see as flaws. And perhaps no one embodies this truth better than Peter Dinklage as Tyrion Lannister. When we first met Tyrion in Game of Thrones, it wasn’t just his sharp wit or his strategic genius that tempted us. It was his relatability—a complex, deeply human character who wasn’t bound by society’s narrow standards of beauty.

Peter Dinklage in Game of Thrones | Credit: HBO

Now, imagine this: you’ve read Game of Thrones where Tyrion Lannister is described as “probably the ugliest”, and you’re told that he’s a dwarf with mismatched eyes, a grotesque face, and a height that barely keeps pace with his brother. Then, you turn to the screen, and...

Actor Peter Dinklage is best known as Tyrion Lannister in the hit fantasy drama series Game of Thrones. Dinklage emerged as one of the show’s breakout stars with his character proving a fanfavorite. However, before his six-season stint in Westeros, he was also a part of another extremely popular franchise based on a series of fantasy novels.

Peter Dinklage is best known for playing Tyrion Lannister in Game of Thrones (Credit: HBO).

Dinklage played the role of Trumpkin in the franchise’s second installment, Prince Caspian. During an interview, Dinklage revealed his reasoning for accepting the part of a dwarf in the $1.5 billion franchise. Here is what the actor had to say about his appearance in The Chronicles of Narnia and how it impacted his most popular role.

Peter Dinklage revealed the reason he joined The Chronicles of Narnia franchise

Peter Dinklage appeared as the cynical dwarf Trumpkin in...

Disney's The Lion the Witch in the Wardrobe movie is 20 years old this year. Despite two sequels eventually coming out in theaters, Prince Caspian and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, the franchise never got to adapt the whole of The Chronicles of Narnia book series by C.W. Lewis. But now, enough time has passed for Netflix to try making its own set of Narnia movies, and they've hired Barbie director Greta Gerwig to helm them. While Netflix is often loathe to release its movies is theaters, her first Narnia film will get a (limited) theatrical release!

Netflix has released a few movies in theaters over the years. For instance, tick, tick…Boom!, Army of the Dead and The Power of the Dog got limited theatrical releases. But mostly, new Netflix movies drop on the streaming service and there they remain, never to be experienced on the big screen.

But...

Following the success of Barbie in 2023, Greta Gerwig's upcoming project will be a new retelling of The Chronicles of Narnia. Gerwig will collaborate with Netflix for the upcoming reboot and has scored a major win for it to receive a wide release.

Initially supposed to be released on Netflix, IMAX has reportedly expressed interest in screening the upcoming adaptation of Narnia. The deal might've been difficult, considering Netflix's policy on theatrical releases but, after months of negotiations, the movie will be officially heading to IMAX. Per Variety, Narnia will be exclusively released on Imax's screens worldwide two weeks in advance before the movie's wide release on Netflix. The Narnia film will premiere on Netflix on Christmas 2026, with an Imax release on Thanksgiving Day of the same year.

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Just as Barbie was getting great buzz, it was announced that Greta Gerwig would be helming an adaptation of The Chronicle of Narnia for Netflix. The streamer has been eyeing this epic adaptation to be one of their releases for Christmas in 2026. There has been talk that Gerwig would naturally be hoping for her new film to have a theatrical release. Perhaps it was when Barbie became the juggernaut hit of 2023 that influenced their decision, but Netflix is now giving Gerwig what she wished for. Sort of.

According to Deadline, Netflix is now set to release Gerwig’s Narnia adaptation in IMAX globally for Thanksgiving on November 26, 2026. However, the movie would be released in a limited two-week window before ultimately streaming on the platform on Christmas Day. This plan is similar to when Rian Johnson’s Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery was given a short theater run before streaming...

Greta Gerwig has the tough job of following up Disney's The Chronicles of Narnia movies, and one particular casting choice will be challenging to beat. While Disney only managed to adapt three of C.S. Lewis' beloved fantasy books, they were each a fair success. This makes the bar for Gerwig's upcoming take on The Chronicles of Narnia all the higher. The Barbie director will have to go above and beyond Disney's casting, visuals, tone, theme, and more, and when it comes to one of the most important characters of Lewis' Narnia franchise, this could well be impossible.

Gerwig is confirmed to be directing at least two Chronicles of Narnia movies for Netflix. If these do well, more is sure to follow, and we could potentially see all seven of C.S. Lewis' children's fantasy novels brought to the screen for the first time. Most of these feature a variety of characters.

It's looking as if Greta Gerwig's The Chronicles of Narnia movie is all set up to avoid a problem that doomed the Disney Narnia series. C.S. Lewis' beloved fantasy book series has been adapted to the screen several times, but never in its entirety. Typically, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is what comes to general audiences' minds when they consider the Narnia franchise, and that's because it's often the first to be adapted. However, Disney proved this is not the best way to go since the Pevensies' first adventure in Narnia is challenging to follow up.

Disney released The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe in 2005, and the film was a fair success. It brought in $745 million at the global box office, so it was no surprise that Disney jumped into further sequels. Unfortunately, The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian and The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader...

With The Chronicles of Narnia about to receive a redo, it is the perfect time to look back on the Disney movies and observe some harsh realities. Greta Gerwig's Chronicles of Narnia reboot is around the corner, and it is a mystery what approach the dramedy director will take to the two-part movie plan. The original movies were released between 2005 and 2010, adapting the famous novels by English writer C.S. Lewis. However, they did not always adapt them faithfully, and even when they did, they did not always adapt them well.

The Chronicles of Narnia books were written in the 1950s, and they exhibit the attitudes of the era. Lewis' Narnia series is his masterpiece, and the books are a classic for a reason. And yet, they do present studios and would-be adapters with the issue of transforming an archaic text for a modern audience. The difficulties of adapting Lewis'...

Since the earliest explorations of world mythology, fantasy and adventure have been cornerstones of fiction, especially iconic Hollywood movies like The Lord of the Rings. Cinema has delivered decades of excellent fantasy movies, from mythological epics to adaptations of beloved novels. Offering one of the purest forms of escapism there is, the genre is at its best when combined with adventure, sending heroes on grand quests to defeat the forces of evil and find lost relics.

Fantasy movies have raked in billions of dollars at the box office, often soaking up hefty budgets and appealing to a large swath of moviegoers. Ranging from grim and scary dark fantasy stories to inspirational quests and high fantasy world-building, the genre is among the most entertaining there is. When blended with adventure, it has left audiences with some powerful stories that are must-see chapters of cinema.

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe...

The Chronicles of Narnia are fantastical films filled with wonder, talking animals, magic, and an evil queen. So, pretty rock and roll, right? Well, according to a recent interview with producer Amy Pascal, Greta Gerwig, director of the unexpected hit Barbie, thinks that's exactly the direction the new adaptation of the fantasy children's books needs to take. The epic novels about the world inside the wardrobe by famous author C.S. Lewis are filled with wonder and whimsy, but also depict a full-blown and bloody war between good and evil, so maybe Gerwig is onto something.

In her interview, Pascal told Deadline that the "very new take on Narnia, all about rock and roll" will start filming in July 2025. But what does that mean, you ask? It could mean literally anything when it comes to Gerwig's incredibly unique directorial vision. With Pascal producing — and also having been a producer for Gerwig's...

Back in July of 2023, it was announced that Barbie director Greta Gerwig had been hired to write and direct at least two Chronicles of Narnia films for the Netflix streaming service. We haven’t heard any details on this project, we don’t even know for sure which book(s) Gerwig has chosen to bring to the screen, but during an interview with Deadline, producer Amy Pascal said (with thanks to Total Film for the transcription) that Gerwig has a “very new take on Narnia. It’s all about rock ‘n’ roll.” Meanwhile, actor Jason Isaacs is spreading the rumor that the first Narnia book that Gerwig is adapting is the prequel The Magician’s Nephew!

While listing his favorite books, Isaacs told The Week, “I loved all the Narnia books as a kid. When Peter was told he wouldn’t be coming back, I understood something devastating about mortality.

The last attempt we had at a series of The Chronicles of Narnia movies ended all the way back in 2010 with only three films completed, leaving four whole books untouched. Now, Greta Gerwig is at the helm of a new Narnia film series with a bold release strategy, with Netflix rumored to be in pursuit of an IMAX exclusive release. However, while Netflix's promises to be a more all-encompassing version of the source material, there is at least one positive to Disney's version remaining unfinished.

With screen adaptations typically adapting about half the literary series, there are thousands of questions about Narnia and how to faithfully bring this perennial children's fantasy series to life. The previous Narnia films stopped too early to answer some of these, particularly the issue of how to handle the final book in the series, which catapults Narnia from a whimsical fantasy to a profound allegory.

Disney's Chronicles of Narnia adaptations ended after just three films, and there are a few reasons why. Written by C.S. Lewis, The Chronicles of Narnia books are an iconic seven-volume series, regarded as some of the greatest children's fantasy of all time. They've been adapted multiple times, with The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe being developed as a TV series in the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. The '80s version, which was brought to life for BBC, actually managed to cover the first four novels.

In the 2000s, Walden Media and Walt Disney Pictures obtained the rights to develop film adaptations, which became the definitive versions for many young audiences in the 2000s. The 2005 adaptation of Lewis's first novel featured Liam Neeson as Aslan, Tilda Swinton as the White Witch, and an excellent cast of young actors to play the Pevensie children. The Disney versions of the best Narnia adaptations available,...

Netflix's The Chronicles of Narnia reboot films may reportedly get the big-screen treatment. The upcoming movies, two of which are directed by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Greta Gerwig, could feature in IMAX theaters in a surprising concession from the streaming giant.

According to Bloomberg, IMAX has expressed interest in screening Gerwig's installments of The Chronicles of Narnia, hoping to strike a deal with Netflix to show the films. However, the deal could be difficult to strike given Netflix's strict policy on limited theatrical releases for its movies, with various exhibitors unsuccessfully asking the service for concessions. Another report by THR states that sources have confirmed Gerwig's talks with IMAX.

"In fact, as you know, directors, film studios are all leaning into the IMAX experience, company CEO Rich Gelfond said in a company call this week, though he didn't specifically name Gerwig. "We are always innovating and looking for new approaches to eventizing content.

Hulu may not boast the same subscriber numbers as Netflix or Prime Video, but it still offers more than its fair share of classics and Original projects. Also falling under the Disney umbrella, Hulu can be bundled with Disney+, making both scubscriptions significantly cheaper than if purchased separately. In keeping with the theme of securing classic movies, Hulu just announced that The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and Prince Caspian will both begin streaming on the platform on November 1. The first film, released in 2005, sits at a 75% score from critics and a 61% rating from general audiences on Rotten Tomatoes, with the sequel boasting scores of 66% and 73% from critics and audiences, respectively, on the aggregate site.

Hulu offers a wide array of films and series refreshed monthly, with over 100 new movies and TV shows coming to the platform in November. Launched in 2007, Hulu has been at the forefront of the streaming service boom since the very beginning, and it's one of the most popular services thanks to its rich catalog of new and classic movies and shows. From hosting series from networks like FX and ABC to producing original films and shows, Hulu has become an indispensable source of entertainment.

October 2024 was a busy month for the platform with the return of some popular series, including What We Do in the Shadows and Abbott Elementary. There were also plenty of horror titles for the Halloween season. Looking ahead to November 2024, Hulu is once again getting into the festive season with the addition of a variety of Christmas content, including TV movies, reality specials, and holiday movie favorites.

The Chronicles of Narnia books are childhood classics for many, but some of them are more deserving of adaptations than others. Following the confirmation that Greta Gerwigs Narnia reboot is officially in the works, its worth considering which of the novels need translations to the silver screen. The Chronicles of Narnia book series is by author C. S. Lewis and consists of seven titles, all of which add and develop the titular fantasy world and its characters.

Of course, there are several problems with the Chronicles of Narnia that the upcoming movies need to fix. The novels are all products of their time, but at their core, they are all heartwarming stories set in a fantastical universe that readers consistently fall in love with time and time again. While Disneys movies, which start with 2005s The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, are still popular, some Narnia books still dont have a film adaptation.

November 2024 brings a diverse array of movies and shows to Hulu, catering to a wide range of tastes and interests. From classic holiday films to gripping dramas and entertaining reality series, there’s something for everyone. Viewers can dive into beloved titles like A Christmas Carol (1984) and National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, perfect for getting into the holiday spirit. For fans of action and adventure, the month features iconic films such as Aliens, Ghost Rider, and the Chronicles of Narnia series. Those seeking laughter can enjoy comedies like Billy Madison, Happy Gilmore, and Grown Ups, while romantic and family-friendly options like La La Land and Elf add a touch of warmth. Additionally, Hulu is expanding its lineup with complete seasons of popular reality shows like Are You The One?, Hoarders, and Marriage Boot Camp. The month also includes special premieres, such as the 58th Annual CMA Awards and a series on The Stanford Prison Experiment,...

October was huge for Disney+ and Hulu — but which month isn’t? After the weekly installments of “Agatha All Along” and the staple that is Huluween, the bundled streamers gear up for winter programming this November.

Disney+ continues to be the home for live episodes of “Dancing With the Stars” and the original series “Ayla & The Mirrors,” which continues to air new episodes. Along with new children’s programming and holiday specials like “An Almost Christmas Story,” the streamer will premiere “The Music of John Williams” on November 1, celebrating the acclaimed film composer and his decades-long career with new footage and interviews from those he worked with and inspired.

It’s another big month for movies coming to Hulu, as well as beloved shows like “Ally McBeal” (complete series). Stay tuned for an adaptation of Charles Yu’s “Interior Chinatown” and the docuseries “It’s All Country,” as well as...

While Greta Gerwig moves from one major franchise to another, as she is hard at work on the long-rumored The Chronicles of Narnia remake, the beloved director's new movie won't be heading to a theater near you. Gerwig's Narnia remake has been rumored ever since her incredible success with Barbie. Gerwig has partnered with Netflix for the multi-million dollar remake of C.S. Lewis' acclaimed novels. However, the two parties aren't seeing eye-to-eye on a release schedule.

According to What I'm Hearing (the newsletter written by Matthew Belloni), Greta Gerwig is pushing for a theatrical release for her Narnia remake. However, Netflix reportedly wants to release the movie directly to streaming. Gerwig, who rose through the ranks of the indie filmmaking scene, has obvious reasons for wanting a theatrical release. The director is a staunch defender of the theater-going experience, and understandably wants audiences to witness her second potential blockbuster on the big screen.

The Chronicles of Narnia is soon getting a reboot at Netflix, which may delve further into the arcs of minor characters from the books. Right after the smash hit of Barbie, acclaimed director Greta Gerwig is taking on at least two of the new Narnia movies. With such a talented writer-director behind the wheel, known for nuanced stories that make good use of supporting characters, everyone is eager to see how the main and minor characters take shape in the new movies.

Book (chronological order)

Release date

The Magician's Nephew

1955

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

1950

The Horse and His Boy

1954

Prince Caspian

1951

The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

1952

The Silver Chair

1953

The Last Battle

1956

Gerwig's Narnia's release date is unknown, as are the cast and story details. However, there are several things for Gerwig's Narnia movies to fix, one of which is world-building and characterizations only being...

The Chronicles of Narnia reboot by Greta Gerwig must avoid a problem that truly hurt the Disney movies' attempt at adapting the source material. Despite updates on Gerwig's Chronicles of Narnia being kept mostly under wraps, many have speculated that Netflix and Gerwig will make major changes in order to avoid the mistakes the latter two films, Prince Caspian and Voyage of the Dawn Treader, made. That being said, the first film also had its issues, especially when it came to comparing it to the source material.

When reading the Chronicles of Narnia books, audiences will find that many creative liberties were taken in the onscreen adaptations, even in the first movie. While this is a normal part of the adaptation process, in the case of Chronicles of Narnia, those changes turned the story into something it was not, with that disconnect continuing to grow in each film. Gerwig's Chronicles...

C.S. Lewis' beloved children's fantasy series The Chronicles of Narnia has never received a movie adaptation that's done the story justice, but Greta Gerwig might be able to change this. The Barbie and Little Women filmmaker is taking on the challenge of reintroducing audiences to the world of Narnia, and as a fan of the series and Gerwig's work, I have high hopes for the project. There are many directions that Gerwig could take the narrative and adhere to the novels, but there's also an aspect unique to the films that should be revisited.

The Pevensie children introduce the audience to Narnia and play a vital role throughout the first book, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. However, Gerwig's Chronicles of Narnia movies can fix many Pevensie problems, as the series' central characters are sometimes underdeveloped by Lewis. While Lewis's character arcs for most of the Pevensies are compelling,...

As a series of books that was wrapped up decades ago, there are a lot of things about The Chronicles of Narnia that are harsh realities now. C.S. Lewis published his fantasy series drawing upon his own religious beliefs in the mid-20th century, quickly becoming a beloved staple of children's literature. Narnia is often compared to The Lord of the Rings, given the authors' friendship, the drastic differences in their approaches to their worlds inspired by medieval literature, and both series' huge impact on the fantasy genre.

Book (chronological order)

Release date

The Magician's Nephew

1955

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

1950

The Horse and His Boy

1954

Prince Caspian

1951

The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

1952

The Silver Chair

1953

The Last Battle

1956

With Greta Gerwig's upcoming Narnia movies, which will reboot the series' cinematic franchise, the discussion of what is outdated in Narnia is more alive than ever. While...

Greta Gerwig's The Chronicles of Narnia can improve upon an issue with the Pevensie children in the later books. Netflix's upcoming adaptations have Gerwig directing and writing two Narnia films so far, but all the installments in C.S. Lewis' beloved fantasy series may ultimately be adapted if the first two prove to be a success. Prior to Netflix acquiring the rights, Disney adapted The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe, Prince Caspian, and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader.

The four Pevensie childrenPeter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucyare at the heart of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe as they discover the magical land of Narnia, help save it, and become the realm's kings and queens. All four Pevensies return to Narnia in Prince Caspian, while only Edmund and Lucy return in The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, along with their cousin, Eustace Scrubb. The Pevensies are...

Netflix's The Chronicles of Narnia reboot should explore one of the most compelling details from The Magician's Nephew. The streamer previously acquired the rights to C.S. Lewis' beloved Chronicles of Narnia books and will adapt them as a series of films. From 2005-2010, Disney adapted The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, Prince Caspian, and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, but did not touch The Magician's Nephew or the other installments in Lewis' series.

That is likely to change with Greta Gerwig's version of Narnia. Gerwig is attached to direct and write at least the first two of Netflix's Narnia films and has shared that she is a lifelong fan of the source material. Since the series chronologically begins with The Magician's Nephew, which features the creation of Narnia itself, the upcoming reboot is likely to feature this story, with the adaptation hopefully expanding on...

Netflix's upcoming Chronicles of Narnia movie has cast its first star. Based on a novel series by C.S. Lewis, The Chronicles of Narnia was first adapted for film in the form of the movie The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe in 2005. It was followed up by The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian in 2008 and The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader in 2010. Since then, Netflix has announced development on a new Chronicles of Narnia movie, which will be directed by Barbie's Greta Gerwig.

As per Deadline, Netflix's The Chronicles of Narnia movie has reportedly its first cast member. Said cast member is Louis Partridge.

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Netflix's Narnia adaptation faces challenges due to short book lengths, requiring careful adaptation for success. Gerwig needs to balance loyalty to source material while making necessary changes for Netflix's Narnia films. Avoiding Disney's mistakes, Netflix must stay true to Narnia's spirit for potential hit adaptations.

Greta Gerwig's The Chronicles of Narnia adaptation faces a difficult challenge due to the source material. Following the record-breaking success of Gerwig's Barbie, she is attached to write and direct at least two of Netflix's upcoming films based on the beloved book series by C.S. Lewis. While this is the first time Netflix has adapted the Narnia books, the series has been adapted numerous times in the past, including three films made by Disney.

Given her success with original stories like Lady Bird and Barbie, along with her critically acclaimed adaptation of the classic novel Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, Gerwig's...

Quick Links Mr. Tumnus Introduces Fans to the Magical World Eustace Scrubb Was a Cousin of the Pevensie's Jadis/The White Witch is the Most Famous Villain of the Series Prince Caspian Leads Narnia After the Pevensies Aslan is the God of Narnia Edmund Pevensie Was the Villain Turned Hero of the Original Sibilings Lucy Pevensie Showed Fans the Magic of Narnia Susan Pevensie Was the Skeptic of the Family Peter Pevensie Helped to Liberate Narnia Where is the Cast of The Chronicles of Narnia Today?

The Chronicles of Narnia's media has undergone some big adaptations on film and television over the decades. From a very theatrical black-and-white TV film from 1967, and an animated film in 1979, to the romantic and glowing magic of the BBC's three TV series spanning from 1988 to 1990, Narnia was inspiring on film to get children and adults alike to revisit the books.

Then in...

The Chronicles of Narnia franchise is getting rebooted. While the new movie will be unconnected to the previous big-screen adaptations, one of the original stars has expressed interest in returning for Netflix and Greta Gerwig's take on C.S. Lewis' beloved fantasy world.

In an interview with Screen Rant to promote his new movie Murder Company, William Mosely who portrayed the oldest of the four Pevensie children revealed that he would love to return for the new Narnia movie, although he understands that he likely won't get the call to appear. "'Yes,' is the short answer. If I was asked, I would go in a heartbeat," Mosely said. "But I have to remind you of one line from the books and the movies. I think Aslan says it. 'Your time here now is done. Your time is finished.' I remember when I shot that scene in Prince Caspian,...

William Moseley would be willing to return to The Chronicles of Narnia franchise for its upcoming Netflix movie adaptation. Moseley portrayed Peter Pevensie in previous films, with the movie Prince Caspian marking the end of his major role in the series. He believes his character's time in Narnia is finished, but would return if asked by Greta Gerwig, who is adapting the series to the streaming service.

Original star of The Chronicles of Narnia movies William Moseley has addressed his potential return to the fantasy franchise in Greta Gerwig's upcoming adaptation for Netflix. The upcoming movie is set to be based on the book series by C.S. Lewis, exploring a fantastical world that exists in parallel to our own. Three books in the series, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Prince Caspian, and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, were all made into theatrical films, with Moseley portraying major character Peter Pevensie.

Greta Gerwig will adapt The Chronicles of Narnia for Netflix, addressing long-standing controversies. Consideration is needed in book reading order and adapting the short Narnia books into films. Key issues include how to handle The Last Battle controversy and Susan's character ending.

Greta Gerwig is developing fresh adaptations of The Chronicles of Narnia for Netflix, and they can make changes to long-standing controversies and issues from the books. C.S. Lewis was a theologian and writer who first penned The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe in the 1940s, with the entire series released between 1950 and 1956. The Chronicles of Narnia books are considered classics of the fantasy genre and some of the most famous works of children's fiction ever written, hence the continued discussion regarding their material over 70 years later.

The upcoming movies won't be the first time Narnia has been brought to the big screen. In the 2000s, Walt Disney Pictures...

Greta Gerwig's Chronicles of Narnia movie is expected to start production in August 2024. This update could potentially allow the movie to have the perfect release date of Christmas 2025. Both Netflix releases and fantasy movies tend to perform well during the Christmas season.

The latest production update for Netflix's The Chronicles of Narnia will allow the movie to have the perfect release date. The upcoming Greta Gerwig project will be the latest live-action adaptation of the classic series of children's novels of the same name by C.S. Lewis, which were originally published between 1950 and 1956. The novels were previously adapted to the big screen as 2005's The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe, 2008's Prince Caspian, and 2010's The Voyage of the Dawn Treader.

While it is still unknown which of the novels will be adapted in Greta Gerwig's Chronicles of Narnia movie, which will be split into at least two features,...

A new report confirms a huge production update on The Chronicles of Narnia reboot films for Netflix. The Greta Gerwig-helmed movies will soon begin production after an extensive development process.

Per What's on Netflix, principal photography will begin for The Chronicles of Narnia films this August in the United Kingdom at an unspecified location. Additionally, the report states production in the U.K. will last for around seven months, meaning filming won't wrap until March 2025, if everything goes as planned. No release window for the projects has been confirmed, though the latest updates suggest the films may not premiere until late next year at the earliest.

Related 'Makes Me Sad': Original Narnia Star Reacts to Greta Gerwigs Netflix Reboot The Chronicles of Narnia vet William Moseley breaks his silence regarding Netflixs upcoming Narnia reboot with director Greta Gerwig.

Gerwig's The Chronicles of Narnia reboot was split into two films,...

Greta Gerwig will direct Netflix's Chronicles of Narnia project, which has been split into two films. Filming is expected to start in August 2024 in the UK, lasting seven months. The Narnia release likely won't come until 2026 or later.

Greta Gerwig's Chronicles of Narnia movie has received a filming update. The upcoming Netflix project will be an adaptation of the legendary children's book series of the same name by C.S. Lewis, which was previously brought to the big screen in the blockbusters The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe in 2005, Prince Caspian in 2008, and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader in 2010. In 2023, it was announced that Gerwig, who helmed that year's smash hit Barbie, had boarded the project - which was being split into two movies - as both writer and director.

Per What's on Netflix, the production is circling a date to kick off the filming of Greta Gerwig's Chronicles of Narnia project.

Conoce todos los detalles de la miniserie basada en un crimen real que conmocionó a España. © Netflix

Netflix ha desvelado el impactante tráiler y póster de “El Caso Asunta”, la miniserie de ficción que aborda un crimen real que conmocionó a España.

El 21 de septiembre de 2013, Rosario Porto y Alfonso Basterra denuncian la desaparición de su hija Asunta, cuyo cuerpo aparece horas después junto a una carretera en las afueras de Santiago de Compostela. La investigación policial pronto desvela pistas que señalan a Rosario y Alfonso como posibles autores del crimen. La noticia conmociona a toda la ciudad e incluso al país. ¿Qué puede llevar a unos padres a acabar con la vida de su hija? ¿Qué se esconde tras la fachada de una familia perfecta?

La miniserie de 6 episodios está dirigida por Carlos Sedes (“Fariña”) y Jacobo Martínez, producida por Bambú Producciones y protagonizada por Candela Peña (“Todo sobre mi Madre...

Barbie director Greta Gerwig recently teased her upcoming Chronicles of Narnia reboot movies, which are in development at Netflix.

Speaking with Time (via Collider), Gerwig revealed that she had written the first draft of her Narnia movie before she had ever stepped foot on the set of Barbie, meaning that she has been attached to this project since at least 2022. She also shared that she was drawn to the folklore and paradoxical worlds of Narnia and looked forward to bringing C. S. Lewis' stories to the big screen. "It’s connected to the folklore and fairy stories of England, but it’s a combination of different traditions. As a child, you accept the whole thing—that you’re in this land of Narnia, there’s fauns, and then Father Christmas shows up," she explained. "It doesn’t even occur to you that it’s not schematic. I’m interested in...

Netflix is creating a film series adaptation of The Chronicles of Narnia, with Greta Gerwig writing and directing the first two movies. There is debate among fans about whether to read the Narnia books in release order or chronological order. Previous adaptations of the Narnia books include a TV movie, a BBC film series, and three movies by Disney – the latter of which were well-received despite not completing the entire series.

With Netflix making a movie series adaptation of The Chronicles of Narnia, it’s the perfect time to revisit the movies and books; however, understanding the right order isn’t agreed upon. Five years ago, Netflix acquired the rights to every book in The Chronicles of Narnia, the first movie company to purchase them all. They soon announced they’d be creating a mix of movies and a series that brought the Narnia books to the big screen. In the years since then,...

It’s an interesting month ahead on Hulu, as the streamer rolls out some of the series it’s been keeping in its back pocket for the holiday season.

On December 15, the first season of Such Brave Girls will arrive. The sitcom follows a dysfunctional family – and we mean dysfunctional! – that includes real-life sisters Kat Sadler and Lizzie Davidson. British comedian Sadler has previously written for The News Quiz, Hypothetical, and Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable, but this is her first big TV project. “Everything we joke about in the show is from a place of lived experience,” she told Funny Women. “I wish I could say this is a heart-warming show about overcoming trauma, but that would be a lie. It’s about three toxic, damaged egomaniacs manipulating the world and each other for their own personal gain, vengeance and glory…just like in Little Women.” Sounds good!

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Make yourself at home for the holidays with Hulu! The streamer is heading into the final month of the year with a wide variety of new and classic movies, series from around the globe, anime subs and dubs, documentaries, and much more to binge your way through your vacation days.

Plus, Hulu is making your travel plans easier, be it domestic with the premiere of the Original documentary “We Live Here: The Midwest” or internationally with final season of Canada’s “Letterkenny” and the United States premiere of the A24 Brit-com “Such Brave Girls.”

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Tilda Swinton famously cut her acting teeth on the experimental films of late director Derek Jarman such as Caravaggio and The Garden as well as life-long friend Joanna Hogg’s debut short Caprice and Sally Potter’s Orlando.

Nearly 50 years later, she has continued to work with Hogg as well as in the experimental cinema arena, finding a new Jarman-esque kindred spirit in Thai artist and filmmaker Apichatpong Weerasethakul.

Speaking in an in-conversation event at the Marrakech Film Festival on Monday, the actress revealed how some of the big commercial studio pictures she has worked on across her career have felt personally more experimental to her than her avant-garde work.

“I’ve been really fortunate to have some adventures in worlds of filmmaking that I never thought I would be able to go into,” she said.

“When Derek died [in 1994], I was a bit high and dry… slowly… invitations came...