Among the eagerly awaited book adaptations set to hit the big screen, Greta Gerwig’s Narnia film with Netflix is generating a lot of buzz. Following her massive success with the movie “Barbie,” Gerwig has been secretively preparing her next project for production, and a fresh actor has recently been added to the cast. Unfortunately, this news seems to dash the hopes of Charli XCX’s involvement (as previously speculated), but it promises another delightful Barbie reunion. Let’s delve into it.
Emma Mackey Has Been Cast As The White Witch
As a movie enthusiast, I fondly recall hearing in March about the potential casting of pop sensation and budding actress Charli XCX in several upcoming A24 films, specifically as the main antagonist in Greta Gerwig’s adaptation of “The Magician’s Nephew,” drawn from C.S. Lewis’s beloved “Narnia” series. However, recent reports from The Hollywood Reporter have revealed a change in plans: Emma Mackey has instead been chosen for the role following a close race with Margaret Qualley, who starred in “The Substance.
In a different take, having Charli XCX join forces with Greta Gerwig and the Barbie star (who played a notable role in the 2023 movie) for a reunion would have been quite fitting, given that she contributed to the soundtrack with “Speed Drive.” However, Emma Mackey is another excellent casting choice. Known for her portrayal of one of the Barbies, Mackey bears an uncanny resemblance to Margot Robbie, making their on-screen pairing particularly enjoyable. Mackey’s talent has been evident in all her work, particularly in Netflix’s Sex Education, and it seems that her role in Narnia could mark a significant step towards a leading movie role for her!
Alongside Mackey’s rumored part, there have been whispers that Daniel Craig could be joining the cast as Uncle Andrew. Meryl Streep might take on the role of Aslan the Lion and sovereign of Narnia. Additionally, we know that Greta Gerwig has advocated for a two-week cinema run prior to the film being streamed on Netflix, with a planned release in November.
Currently, you have an excellent opportunity to delve into the entire seven-book collection of C.S. Lewis’s beloved “Chronicles of Narnia” series. This offer is available at a whopping 50% discount on Amazon. Take a look at this deal!
I Have A Theory About What May Have Happened With The Charli XCX Casting
As whispers circulated that Charli XCX could be cast in the Narnia film, it seemed like an audacious yet ingenious choice. However, I suspect the reason it didn’t pan out was due to scheduling conflicts. At present, Charli XCX is touring her brat 2025 arena tour across the U.S., running until early May, followed by a stint in Europe from summer through August. Given that Greta Gerwig’s Narnia film is projected to release in late 2026, it appears that Charli’s jam-packed schedule and the production timeline for the movie simply didn’t align.
Although it’s uncertain when the Narnia production will start, we anticipate it won’t be long given the grandeur of this fantasy film. Charli XCX might have ended “brat” summer at her Coachella performance, but she continues to generate excitement for her album on her extensive tour. No matter what, we’re eagerly waiting to see Emma Mackey bring the White Witch to life!
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2025-04-26 02:37