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Meryl Streep in Talks to Voice Aslan in Greta Gerwig's 'Narnia' Adaptation

Netflix's reimagining of 'The Chronicles of Narnia' begins with 'The Magician’s Nephew,' featuring bold creative choices and a planned 2026 IMAX release.

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Meryl Streep at the Golden Gala: A Celebration of Excellence at The Beverly Hilton on January 3, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California.

Overview

  • Meryl Streep is reportedly in discussions to voice Aslan, the iconic lion, in Netflix's adaptation of 'The Magician’s Nephew,' though no formal offer has been made.
  • Greta Gerwig's adaptation reinterprets C.S. Lewis' classic series with unconventional changes, including a gender-swapped Aslan and a modern storytelling approach.
  • Daniel Craig and Charli XCX are also in talks for key roles, potentially portraying Uncle Andrew and Jadis, the White Witch, respectively.
  • The film is set to premiere in IMAX theaters in November 2026, with streaming on Netflix to follow in December 2026.
  • This adaptation marks the start of an eight-film series, with Netflix aiming to create a cornerstone fantasy franchise.