C.S. Lewis’s “The Chronicles of Narnia” series has captivated readers since its debut in 1950. The series has seven books, has sold over 120 million copies, and has being translated into 47 languages. The final installment,“The Last Battle,” earned Lewis the prestigious Carnegie Medal in 1956. All of this solidifies Lewis’ work as a absolute classic in world of children’s literature.
In 2005 the series’ cinematic journey began with “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe”. That first film grossed approximately $745 million worldwide. Its sequels, “Prince Caspian” (2008) and “The Voyage of the Dawn Treader” (2010), contributed to a combined global box office of over $1.5 billion.
Netflix acquired the rights to the series in 2018, and rumors started to swirl that they were working on new adaptations for the streaming platform and for a limited theatrical release.
It was just confirmed that acclaimed filmmaker Greta Gerwig, known for Lady Bird and Barbie, is set to direct two new adaptations of the Narnia series for Netflix. Reports suggest that Gerwig is advocating for a theatrical release, including IMAX screenings, to provide audiences with “an immersive cinematic experience”. Gerwig’s idea is fitting for a story with such a complex fantasy world-structure as well as vast magical imagery. This move aligns with Netflix’s evolving strategy to embrace theatrical releases for select high-profile projects.
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