Narnia: The Magician's Nephew OTT release announced: When and where to watch Greta Gerwig's film starring Meryl Streep, David McKenna in India after its theatrical run

The magical world of Narnia is returning to the big screen, and this time, Greta Gerwig is taking charge of the adventure. Netflix has given fans a glimpse of Narnia: The Magician's Nephew, sharing the film's logo along with a picture of Gerwig on set. The upcoming fantasy film is based on C.S. Lewis's beloved novel The Magician's Nephew, which explores the origins of the magical world of Narnia.

Narnia: The Magician's Nephew will eventually stream on Netflix, with the OTT release scheduled for April 2, 2027. Before that, the film will get a theatrical release on February 12, 2027.

Greta Gerwig brings The Magician's Nephew to the big screen

Greta Gerwig, known for films such as Lady Bird, Little Women and Barbie, is directing the new Narnia film. The project is based on Lewis's The Magician's Nephew, one of the books in The Chronicles of Narnia series.


The story is particularly important to the mythology of Narnia as it explores the creation of the magical land. The new film aims to introduce Lewis's fantasy world to a new generation while giving longtime fans another chance to return to Narnia.

Netflix recently shared a behind-the-scenes photograph of Gerwig overseeing production. The film has now completed filming.

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Who stars in Narnia: The Magician's Nephew?

The film features a large ensemble cast, with David McKenna and Beatrice Campbell in the lead roles. They are joined by several major names from Hollywood.

Mackey, known for Sex Education and Barbie, is also part of the cast. Daniel Craig and Meryl Streep are among the biggest names attached to the project, while Carey Mulligan also has a role.

The supporting cast includes Kobna Holdbrook-Smith, Ciarán Hinds, Denise Gough and Susan Wokoma.

What did Greta Gerwig say about Narnia?

Greta Gerwig has previously spoken about her connection with C.S. Lewis's work. She revealed that she first read The Magician's Nephew as a child and was fascinated by the idea of a cosmic lion creating Narnia through song.

Speaking to Netflix Tudum, the filmmaker said the book played an important role in shaping her imagination. She recalled how The Chronicles of Narnia made her believe in magic, hidden worlds and adventures that could happen to ordinary people.

Gerwig also admitted that directing a film based on the book would once have seemed impossible to her. She described getting the opportunity to make the movie as “the honour of a lifetime”.

What is Narnia: The Magician's Nephew about?

The upcoming film focuses on the creation of Narnia, taking viewers back to the beginning of the magical world. Lewis's story introduces characters who discover a mysterious world and become connected to its origins.

Netflix describes Gerwig's adaptation as a sweeping adventure based on the beloved story. The film is expected to explore the fantastical elements that have made the Narnia books popular for generations.

The story is also significant because The Magician's Nephew provides the backstory to the world explored in other books from The Chronicles of Narnia series.

Narnia: The Magician's Nephew release date and OTT details

The film has completed production and is scheduled to first arrive in theatres on February 12, 2027. Selected IMAX theatres will begin showing preview screenings from February 10, 2027.

Following its theatrical run, Narnia: The Magician's Nephew will premiere on Netflix on April 2, 2027. Netflix will distribute the film in North America, while Sony Pictures Entertainment holds distribution rights outside the region.

For Indian viewers, Netflix will be the OTT destination for the film after its theatrical release. Stay tuned!