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Barbie Director’s Narnia Reboot Netflix Release Is Sooner Than Fans Think
ComicBook.comStory by Michael Hein
scrn logline
Greta Gerwig's bold take on 'The Chronicles of Narnia' heads to Netflix sooner than expected, with IMAX talks heating up as the streamer navigates the tricky waters of theatrical windows.
beat sheet
- Netflix is eyeing a December 2026 release for Gerwig's 'Narnia' reboot, hoping to kickstart the franchise quickly after acquiring the rights in 2018.
- Gerwig is pushing for a wide theatrical run before the film hits Netflix, but the streamer is wary of setting a precedent for expensive theatrical deals, while IMAX is hesitant to commit without assurances of quality.
call sheet
Greta Gerwig, Netflix, IMAX, The Chronicles of Narnia