Netflix is rebootingThe Chronicles of Narniafilms with Greta Gerwig attached to write and direct the first two installments.The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe,Prince Caspian, andThe Voyage of the Dawn Treaderwere previously adapted as films made by Disney, respectively released in 2005, 2008, and 2010. These adaptations featured a star-studded cast that included Tilda Swinton asthe White Witch, James McAvoy as Mr. Tumnus, Liam Neeson as the voice of Aslan, and Ben Barnes as Prince Caspian.
While little is known aboutGerwig’s upcomingNarniafilms, at least one of them isexpected to be an adaptation ofThe Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe,as it is the most well-known story in C.S. Lewis' series. As for the others, all seven of theNarniabooks could potentially become their own films, includingThe Magician’s Nephew, which chronologically precedesThe Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. In addition to this potential, the Netflix adaptations can disprove a common misconception about the books.
Chronicles Of Narnia In Order (Books & Movies)
The Chronicles of Narnia books, written by C.S. Lewis, and movies can be consumed in multiple orders, including chronologically and by release date.
The Other Narnia Books Are Just As Great As The Lion, The Witch, & The Wardrobe
The Magician’s Nephew Even Does 1 Important Thing Better Than The Lion, The Witch, And The Wardrobe
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobeis often considered to be the best among allNarniabooks,but the upcoming adaptations can highlight that the other books are just as compelling. As the firstNarniabook that Lewis published, it is frequently favored over the other installments, arguably because it is the story that has received the most exposure over the years. It is a thrilling and timeless story that is accessible for children and adults and serves as an effective entry point into the universe Lewis created, but it can be rivaled by the other books.
The Magician’s Nephew, for example, is a fascinating creation story and has stronger world-building thanThe Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.It shows the creation of Narnia, along with the origins of the White Witch, the lamp post, the Professor, and provides insight into the wider multiverse. Somehow,The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobeis an even better story because ofThe Magician’s Nephew, as it adds significant context and weight to many elements surrounding Narnia and the adventures of the Pevensie children.
Greta Gerwig’s Narnia Reboot Can Finally Showcase The Other Books' Strengths
It’s Time For The Last Battle To Shine
Gerwig’sNarniamovies can showcase the strengths of not onlyThe Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, but of all the books. This is especially needed forThe Magician’s Nephew,The Silver Chair,The Horse and His Boy, andThe Last Battle —none of which were adapted by Disney.The Last Battlewill be a particularly intriguing one to see adapted as it is far weirder and more philosophical than the other books, with its plot involving an ape tricking a donkey into impersonating Aslan.
Long before the series gets toThe Last Battle, Gerwig and Netflix can prove that allThe Chronicles of Narniabooks are excellent, and not justThe Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.
If Gerwig overcomes all thechallenges of making her firstNarniamovieand Netflix greenlights more adaptations, it is more likely that the streamer will move forward with the stranger and darker nature ofThe Last Battle.Assuming that she is still involved by then,Gerwig would be well-suited to writing and directingThe Last Battlegiven the philosophical and bizarre elements she successfully incorporated intoBarbie. Long before the series gets toThe Last Battle, Gerwig and Netflix can prove that allThe Chronicles of Narniabooks are excellent — not justThe Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Cast
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005) is a fantasy film directed by Andrew Adamson. It follows the story of four siblings who discover a magical wardrobe that leads to the enchanted land of Narnia. They join forces with Aslan, the majestic lion, to battle against the evil White Witch. The film features Georgie Henley, Skandar Keynes, William Moseley, and Anna Popplewell in the leading roles.
