It’s Official: Narnia Returning to the Big Screen Thanksgiving 2026!

Let the countdown begin, NarniaWebbers! For the first time since 2010, the world of Narnia is returning to the big screen.

Netflix has officially announced that Greta Gerwig’s first Narnia film will debut exclusively in IMAX theaters for a four-week run beginning Thanksgiving Day 2026. The adaptation of C.S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia will hit approximately 1,000 IMAX screens worldwide, with a streaming release on Netflix scheduled for Christmas 2026.

The project is gaining momentum, with filming set to begin in July. For fans, it seems clear: Aslan is on the move.

Traditionally resistant to extended theatrical windows, Netflix’s CEO Ted Sarandos approved the plan after months of negotiations. While IMAX has guaranteed a two-week theatrical run, a third week could be added based on demand. Discussions are ongoing about a possible expansion into non-IMAX theaters before the streaming debut.

Greta Gerwig’s insistence on a theatrical release has been a point of discussion since her involvement with the franchise was announced but picked up steam this past October with a report from Puck’s Matt Belloni.

By filming with both IMAX and standard cameras, Gerwig can ensure an optimized experience for both the theatrical and streaming viewing. Netflix has also committed to marketing the IMAX release as a major theatrical event, with the film branded as a “Netflix/IMAX” title—a key concession to both IMAX and Gerwig.

Stay tuned to NarniaWeb for the latest updates on Netflix’s Narnia films!