The Chronicles of Narnia Reboot Movie on Netflix has an Exciting New Release Date

A anticipated release window for Netflix’s upcoming adaptation of The Chronicles of Narnia was recently disclosed.

With ambitions to revive the property, Netflix paid $250 million in 2018 to purchase the rights to create films and television shows based on C.S. Lewis’ The Chronicles of Narnia.

Netflix Eyes 2026 Release for Narnia Reboot

In December 2024, producer Amy Pascal, who collaborated with Gerwig on Little Women, informed Deadline that the Narnia revival will start filming in July 2025 and described it as a “very new take” on the story that is “all about rock and roll.”

Netflix Gears up To Go Big on Narnia

Fans may expect to learn more about the relaunch in the upcoming months, including the first story and casting information, as Netflix’s adaptation of The Chronicles of Narnia is scheduled to begin filming in July.

Which Chronicles of Narnia book will be the first adaptation in the streaming revival has not yet been confirmed by Netflix. The choice is between The Magician’s Nephew, the first book in the saga chronologically, and The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, the first book in the series in terms of release sequence.

Given the significance of the holiday season and the appearance of Father Christmas in the story, the streamer’s stated intentions for a December 2026 release may indicate plans to start with The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.

Netflix’s Narnia film might compete with HBO’s Harry Potter series if it is released in late 2026. In any case, the release of both reboots should spark a huge fantasy renaissance for many years to come.

The fantasy reboot’s July start date should enable filming to conclude well before 2025 and post-production to be finished in a year.

The handful Netflix films that have been released in theatres have all just been available for a week or so at a few different theatres. Netflix may be considering a full run for its fantasy revival if it is exploring both an IMAX and a regular theatrical release for Narnia.

With Gerwig’s recent success with Barbie, the original The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe’s movie office triumph (earning over $745 million), and Narnia’s enduring appeal, the reboot has the potential to be a huge hit.