Latest Narnia Movie Updates
Door Jam: January 6, 2025
The Door Jam is a place to squeeze in articles about C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien, their work, adaptations of their fantasy worlds, news from other franchises, and interesting articles. Unless otherwise stated, I’m not endorsing (or criticizing) any of these but merely sharing them with you.
To start the new year, let’s look at the latest on Greta Gerwig’s upcoming Narnia adaptation.
While Gerwig’s Narnia production took a few weeks off for Christmas, shooting is back up and running as of yesterday. NarniaWeb had some cast interviews and updates on the filming schedule.
Meanwhile, anticipation continues to build for the project. Collider ranked Magician’s Nephew as their most anticipated Netflix movie of 2026. MovieWeb dubbed the project as 2026’s most exciting fantasy adaptation.
Speaking to E! News, the White Witch herself, Emma Mackey, said she hadn’t yet spoken with the previous White Witch herself, Tilda Swinton. When asked about consulting Swinton for tips on playing the iconic villain, Mackey said:
“No, I didn't. Different vibe. I mean, Tilda [is my] hero, [but] no, no, we didn't [speak]. I didn't reach out.”
While this is further indication that Gerwig’s adaptation will be different, it is also the case that the “vibe” for the Jadis character is different even in the books from The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe to The Magician’s Nephew.
Not Safe But Good
C.S. Lewis quote of the week
We are told that Christ was killed for us, that His death has washed out our sins, and that by dying He has disabled death itself. That is the formula. That is Christianity. That is what has to be believed.
Tumnus’ bookshelf
Books by or about Lewis or Tolkien
A Year with C. S. Lewis: Daily Readings from His Classic Works (hardcover) — $17.99 (36% off)
Why not start your year off with reading a little Lewis every day? “The daily meditations have been culled from Lewis’ celebrated signature classics: Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, The Problem of Pain, Miracles, and A Grief Observed, as well as from the distinguished works The Weight of Glory and The Abolition of Man.”
Other books on sale:
Mere Christianity (hardcover) by Lewis — $15.00 (50% off)
A Grief Observed (ebook) by Lewis — $1.99 (85% off)
The Hobbit: Illustrated by the author edition (hardcover) — $45.03 (40% off)
J.R.R. Tolkien 4-Book Boxed Set: The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings (paperback) — $25.17 (30% off)
The Problem of Printers
Bad but unfortunately real C.S. Lewis book covers
On the positive side, there’s definitely no AI art involved with this cover. On the other hand, there’s definitely no art involved at all.
Behind the Wardrobe
Sneak peek at the bonus articles
Why Lewis turned down the highest British honor
Chance to present a paper at the world’s largest Lewis conference
Tolkien’s home is available for purchase
Hear Tolkien read from The Hobbit for 30 minutes
How Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings adaptation inspired the Duffer brothers’ Stranger Things finale
And more!
