Narnia: The Magician's Nephew 2026/2027 release date, cast, and IMAX details

Everything we know about Greta Gerwig's Netflix Narnia movie: delayed to 2027, cast, release dates, and IMAX previews.

When is Narnia: The Magician's Nephew being released?

The film will be released in theaters on February 12, 2027, and will stream on Netflix on April 2, 2027. IMAX sneak previews begin on February 10, 2027. It was previously scheduled for a Thanksgiving 2026 release but was delayed.

Who is directing Narnia: The Magician's Nephew?

Greta Gerwig wrote and directed the film. She signed a deal with Netflix to make two films based on The Chronicles of Narnia.

What book is the movie based on?

The movie is based on The Magician's Nephew, the sixth novel in C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia series, first published in 1955. It serves as a prequel to The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and centers on the creation of Narnia.

Who stars in Narnia: The Magician's Nephew?

The cast includes David McKenna, Beatrice Campbell, Emma Mackey, Carey Mulligan, Ciarán Hinds, Daniel Craig, and Meryl Streep. Emma Mackey plays Jadis, also known as the White Witch, and David McKenna plays Diggory.

Will Narnia: The Magician's Nephew be in theaters or only on Netflix?

It will have a wide theatrical release, including IMAX, before arriving on Netflix. It is Netflix's first film to receive a wide theatrical release with a 45-day theatrical window.

Where was Narnia: The Magician's Nephew filmed?

Principal photography began on August 11, 2025, with location filming around Bank Station and The Royal Exchange in London, scenes in the Castlefield area of Manchester, and studio filming at Shepperton Studios and Longcross Studios. Filming wrapped on January 31, 2026.

Who is composing the music for Narnia: The Magician's Nephew?

Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt are co-composing the film's score, after previously collaborating with Greta Gerwig on Barbie.

Why was the Narnia movie delayed?

The delay until 2027 was described as creating an opportunity to give Narnia an expanded, wide release with a full theatrical window. IMAX supported the decision to facilitate a wider release.

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