The Chronicles of Narnia is a fantasy franchise based on the seven-book series written by C.S. Lewis between 1950 and 1956. The series is set in the magical world of Narnia, where children from our world are transported to fulfill prophecies, battle evil forces, and restore peace under the guidance of Aslan, a mystical lion. The franchise has seen multiple adaptations, including a BBC television series in the late 1980s, three major Hollywood films between 2005 and 2010, and an reboot by Netflix, which has generated significant anticipation. The franchise is beloved for its rich allegorical storytelling, blending Christian themes with epic fantasy elements.
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The Chronicles of Narnia
- Created by
- C.S. Lewis
- First Film
- The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
- Latest Film
- The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
- First TV Show
- The Chronicles of Narnia
- First Episode Air Date
- November 13, 1988
- Cast
- Georgie Henley, William Moseley, Skandar Keynes, Anna Popplewell, Ben Barnes, Liam Neeson, Tilda Swinton, James McAvoy, Will Poulter, Simon Pegg
- TV Show(s)
- The Chronicles of Narnia
- Movie(s)
- The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
- Character(s)
- Aslan, Lucy Pevensie, Peter Pevensie, Edmund Pevensie, Susan Pevensie, Prince Caspian, The White Witch, Reepicheep, Eustace Scrubb, Mr. Tumnus
- Video Game(s)
- The Chronicles Of Narnia
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The Chronicles of Narnia is a fantasy franchise based on the seven-book series written by C.S. Lewis between 1950 and 1956. The series is set in the magical world of Narnia, where children from our world are transported to fulfill prophecies, battle evil forces, and restore peace under the guidance of Aslan, a mystical lion. The franchise has seen multiple adaptations, including a BBC television series in the late 1980s, three major Hollywood films between 2005 and 2010, and an reboot by Netflix, which has generated significant anticipation. The franchise is beloved for its rich allegorical storytelling, blending Christian themes with epic fantasy elements.
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
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