Netflix’s ‘Narnia’ Begins Casting Search For Two Lead Child Actors
The upcoming Narnia film has reached a key milestone: casting is officially underway and NarniaWeb has obtained a copy of the casting call!
The upcoming Narnia film has reached a key milestone: casting is officially underway and NarniaWeb has obtained a copy of the casting call!
Production Designer James Chinlund has joined the growing team behind Greta Gerwig’s upcoming ‘Chronicles of Narnia’ adaptation for Netflix.
Sarandos also shared his excitement to collaborate with Greta Gerwig on her first ‘Narnia’ film which will debut on at least 1,000 IMAX screens worldwide.
Greta Gerwig’s first Narnia film will debut exclusively in IMAX theaters for a four-week run beginning Thanksgiving Day 2026. in approximately 1,000 IMAX screens worldwide.
Georgie Henley began her acting career at just 8 years old. Since then, she has continued to build an impressive career across stage, film, and television. Now, she is set to add directing to her repertoire with her debut short film.
Bloomberg’s sources indicate that all parties are eager to finalize an agreement, with Netflix targeting a Christmas 2026 release for the film.
This marks a major milestone for the project, which has been in development since Netflix acquired the rights to the series in 2018.
Isaacs also shared a personal reflection on the impact of The Chronicles of Narnia during his childhood and his excitement for Netflix’s upcoming adaptations.
It’s Thanksgiving 2024, and if Greta Gerwig and IMAX have their way, we are just two years away from Netflix’s first Chronicles of Narnia film. After over a decade of waiting and speculation, the idea of sitting in a theater—or even at home—watching a new adaptation of C.S. Lewis’s beloved series is a bit surreal.
Aldrich opened up about his original vision for the series, the creative differences that led to his departure, and how Netflix’s decision ultimately set a new course for the project.