The upcoming reboot of the beloved fantasy series, The Chronicles of Narnia, directed and written by Greta Gerwig, has added the acclaimed actress Carey Mulligan to its impressive ensemble cast. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Mulligan will be joined by former James Bond star Daniel Craig, Sex Education's Emma Mackey, and the legendary Meryl Streep in this fresh take on C.S. Lewis' classic tales.
Gerwig, who achieved significant acclaim with her recent hit Barbie, will once again take the helm as both writer and director for this adaptation of The Magician's Nephew, a prequel to the iconic The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. This film promises to delve into the origins of the Narnian world, set before the events of the original series.
Carey Mulligan, known for her multiple award nominations including Oscars, BAFTAs, and Golden Globes, is set to portray Mabel Kirke, the mother of the story's young protagonist, Digory. Daniel Craig will bring to life the film's titular magician and Digory's uncle, while Emma Mackey will embody a younger version of the series' infamous antagonist, the White Witch. Meryl Streep lends her voice to the majestic Aslan, the god-like talking lion central to the Narnian universe.
This isn't the first time the enchanting world of Narnia has been brought to the big screen. A previous trilogy spanning from 2005 to 2010 adapted the first three books of the series: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Prince Caspian, and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader. These films featured Tilda Swinton as the White Witch and Liam Neeson voicing Aslan.
Gerwig's latest venture into the Narnian realm follows her success with Barbie, which not only became a box office sensation but also garnered eight Academy Award nominations, ultimately winning for Best Original Song. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Magician's Nephew is slated for release in 2026, and fans are eagerly awaiting this new chapter in the storied saga.
