Greta Gerwig Completes Six-Month London Shoot for ‘Narnia’
Greta Gerwig’s long-awaited project, “Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew,” has successfully completed its extensive six-month filming in London. This ambitious endeavor began in August and is now progressing into post-production.
Project Overview
The film is produced by Netflix and marks Gerwig’s intriguing foray into adapting C.S. Lewis’ beloved work. Notably, the shoot has sparked considerable interest regarding its creative direction. Unlike the original Victorian setting of the novel, Gerwig has transformed the story into a post-war 1950s context.
Production Team
- Production Company: Netflix
- Visual Effects Teams: Framestore and Weta
- Music Composers: Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt
- Director of Photography: Seamus McGarvey
- Potential Editor: Nick Houy (subject to confirmation)
Cast Details
The casting has generated buzz, featuring a mix of established talents and emerging stars. Key cast members include:
- Emma Mackey
- Daniel Craig as Uncle Andrew
- Carey Mulligan (in negotiations for an undisclosed role)
- Meryl Streep (anticipated to voice Aslan)
However, Netflix has not officially confirmed the complete cast list yet.
Release Information
Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew” is slated for a theatrical release, showcasing a two-week IMAX presentation beginning on November 26, 2026. With Gerwig’s track record of successful films like “Lady Bird,” “Little Women,” and “Barbie,” expectations are high for this adaptation.
As anticipation builds for the release, many fans are curious about how Gerwig will interpret this classic tale. The artistic choices made throughout the production will likely influence audience perceptions of this unique take on a beloved story.
