Greta Gerwig's 'Narnia' to Premiere in IMAX Before Netflix Debut
The adaptation of C.S. Lewis' classic fantasy series will have an exclusive IMAX run starting Thanksgiving 2026 before streaming on Netflix at Christmas.
- Greta Gerwig's adaptation of 'The Chronicles of Narnia' will be released on IMAX screens worldwide for at least two weeks starting Thanksgiving Day 2026.
- This marks the first time Netflix has partnered with IMAX for a two-week exclusive theatrical release of a narrative feature film.
- The IMAX deal includes the possibility of extending the theatrical run to a third or fourth week based on audience demand.
- Netflix will market the film as a joint Netflix/IMAX production, with a promotional strategy similar to traditional theatrical tentpole releases.
- The film, directed by Gerwig, is the first in a planned series of adaptations of the seven-book Narnia series, with Netflix aiming to establish a major franchise.
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