Greta Gerwig’s upcoming Narnia film is officially heading for a wide theatrical rollout, with a revised release schedule that shifts its debut into 2027.
Netflix’s film adaptation, titled Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew, will now open in theaters on February 12, 2027, after previously being slated for a Thanksgiving 2026 release. Select IMAX screens will host sneak preview screenings beginning February 10. Following its theatrical run, the film is scheduled to arrive on Netflix on April 2, 2027.
Written and directed by Greta Gerwig, the film brings to life The Magician’s Nephew, a prequel within The Chronicles of Narnia. The story explores the origins of Narnia, focusing on its creation by Aslan the lion and the first journey into the magical world by two children, Diggory and Polly. Their adventure begins after receiving a magical ring, leading them to the mysterious “Wood between the Worlds.”
The film stars Carey Mulligan, Daniel Craig, Meryl Streep, and Emma Mackey.
“Working with Netflix to bring this film to life has been extraordinary and Imax continues to be an incredible partner,” Gerwig said. “I cannot wait for people to see the film in theaters on February 12 and on Netflix on April 2.”
“From the outset, we got involved with ‘Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew’ to support Greta Gerwig and see her vision realized to the fullest in Imax,” IMAX said in a statement. “The film’s delay until 2027 creates an opportunity to give Narnia an expanded, wide release with a full theatrical window; we support Greta and Netflix in pursuing that opportunity and are pleased Imax could help facilitate. We hope as many people in as many places as possible can experience what Greta is creating with this special film — particularly in its exclusive debut in Imax, as it was meant to be seen.”
Note: The featured image is from Disney’s “The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.” Netflix has not yet issued images for the upcoming film.
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