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TheChronicles of Narniareboot film at Netflix was already going to be on many a moviegoer’s radar, but a new update on the project’s upcoming release is sure to get fans even more interested in seeing it when it premieres.
TheChronicles of Narniais another new entry inNetflix’s ongoing slew of adaptations, and there’s been a lot of excitement about it among fans. While there was already an attempt at a big-budget adaptation of C.S. Lewis’s fictional work in the 2010s, the three films released didn’t quite hit the mark and saw a fall in box office revenue and critical acclaim with each new entry. As a result, fans were fairly intrigued when it was announced thatGreta Gerwig was being eyed to direct multipleChronicles Of Narniamovies for Netflixhot off her success with Barbie, and the prospect has only become more intriguing as new information surfaces.
WhileNetflix’sChronicles of Narniaadaptation already made one bold move to set itself apartfrom the previous franchise, the latest update on the project might have already topped that. PerVariety, Gerwig’s bid to have Netflix break with tradition and let the project be released in theaters has succeeded in a big way. The report confirms that the upcomingChronicles of Narniareboot will not only get a nationwide theatrical release in line with Gerwig’s request but will do so exclusively in IMAX theaters as part of a landmark agreement between the companies. This theatrical run will get a two-week headstart on the film’s debut for streaming on Netflix, getting double the amount of time the streamer afforded toGlass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery’stheatrical run.
Gerwig’s star power is evident in this decision from Netflix, who have previously been content to miss out on bidding for hot new projects when creators insisted on any sort of theatrical run before hitting the streamer. While there are only a couple hundred IMAX locations in the US (preventing Gerwig’s upcoming release from setting a record at Netflix despite debuting nationwide), the comparatively more enjoyable experience is sure to be a boon for the film. With fantast adaptations, visuals can make or mar a project, and being able to leave a first impression with IMAX will go a long way to make the experience stick with viewers. Better yet, this first contact will be great for word of mouth, which is a major driver of viewership on streaming platforms. While there was a bit of unease from the fanbase when it was stated that Gerwig’sChronicles Of Narniawould offer a new take on the beloved franchisefrom the 1950s, this new deal will give the film every advantage to sell audiences on its direction.
With a chance to really impress viewers with an IMAX release, it’s important that Gerwig and Netflix keep thelessons that theirChronicles of Narniareboot can learn from other fantasy franchisesfirmly in mind to improve on the issues that the last adaptation had. With a little bit of luck and a lot of hard work, the franchise could finally live up to its latent potential and see all seven installments of the book series adapted for a new generation of kids and adults alike.
Greta Gerwig’sChronicles of Narniafilm is currently set for a Thanksgiving 2026 release.
