Narnia Film Teases Major Changes, Streep's Aslan Wins Fans Over

WHO:

Coming Soon - Meryl Streep is cast as Aslan in the upcoming film.

Screen Rant - Greta Gerwig is the director of the new Narnia movie, The Magician's Nephew.

WHAT:

Coming Soon - The first trailer for Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew has been released.

Screen Rant - The film officially confirms significant changes that do not involve Aslan.

WHERE:

Screen Rant - The film is produced by Netflix.

WHY:

Coming Soon - The casting of Meryl Streep as a gender-swapped Aslan has sparked discussion and received praise from fans.

HOW:

Coming Soon - The trailer has created a magical atmosphere that has resonated with audiences, leading to positive reactions against criticism of the character's gender swap.

(UPDATED October 13, 2026 22:04 UTC)

In an exciting development for fans of the beloved series, Meryl Streep has been cast as a gender-swapped Aslan in the upcoming Netflix film, "The Magician's Nephew," directed by Greta Gerwig. The first trailer for the movie has just been released, showcasing a magical atmosphere that has resonated with audiences and sparked positive reactions despite some criticism regarding the character's changes. The film also confirms significant alterations that do not involve Aslan, further intriguing viewers as anticipation builds for its debut.