"The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" is a fantasy adventure film that transports viewers to the magical land of Narnia. The story follows the four Pevensie siblings - Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy - who discover the world of Narnia through a wardrobe in their uncle's old house.
In Narnia, they find a land frozen in eternal winter by the evil White Witch. With the help of the noble lion, Aslan, the children embark on a quest to free Narnia from the Witch's tyranny.
Release Information
Release Date: December 9, 2005
Duration: 143 minutes
Rating: PG (for battle sequences and frightening moments)
Country of Origin: USA, UK
Cast & Crew
Main Cast:
- Georgie Henley as Lucy Pevensie
- Skandar Keynes as Edmund Pevensie
- William Moseley as Peter Pevensie
- Anna Popplewell as Susan Pevensie
- Tilda Swinton as the White Witch
- Liam Neeson as the voice of Aslan
Director: Andrew Adamson
Producers: Mark Johnson, Philip Steuer
Writers: Ann Peacock, Andrew Adamson, Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely (Based on the novel by C.S. Lewis)
Where to Watch
United States (US)
There are currently no streaming offers in the US.
Stream: The movie is available for streaming on Disney Plus.
Buy/Rent: You can purchase or rent the film on platforms such as Apple TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Vudu, Microsoft Store, DIRECTV, and AMC on Demand.
Australia (AU)
There are currently no streaming offers in the AU.
Stream: Aussies can stream the movie on Disney Plus.
Buy/Rent: Options include Apple TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Microsoft Store, YouTube, Telstra TV, Fetch TV, and Quickflix Store.
United Kingdom (GB)
There are currently no streaming offers in the GB.
Stream: The movie is available for streaming on Disney Plus in the UK.
Buy/Rent: Platforms for purchase or rent include Amazon Video, Apple TV, Sky Store, Microsoft Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Rakuten TV.
Germany (DE)
There are currently no streaming offers in the DE.
Stream: Germans can stream the movie on Disney Plus.
Buy/Rent: Available platforms for purchase or rent are Apple TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Sky Store, Rakuten TV, maxdome Store, MagentaTV, and Microsoft Store.
Brazil (BR)
There are currently no streaming offers in the BR.
Stream: In Brazil, the movie can be streamed on Disney Plus and GOSPEL PLAY.
Buy/Rent: Currently, there are no buying or renting options available in Brazil.
Spain (ES)
There are currently no streaming offers in the ES.
Stream: The movie is available for streaming on Disney Plus in Spain.
Buy/Rent: Options for purchase or rent include Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Microsoft Store, Amazon Video, and Movistar Plus.
France (FR)
There are currently no streaming offers in the FR.
Stream: French moviegoers can stream the movie on Disney Plus.
Buy/Rent: Available platforms for purchase or rent are Apple TV, Google Play Movies, Orange VOD, Microsoft Store, YouTube, Canal VOD, Bbox VOD, Rakuten TV, and Amazon Video.
Canada (CA)
There are currently no streaming offers in the CA.
Stream: Canadians can enjoy the movie on Disney Plus.
Buy/Rent: Options include Apple TV, Google Play Movies, Cineplex, Microsoft Store, YouTube, and Amazon Video.
Production Details
Production Company: Walt Disney Pictures, Walden Media
Filming Locations: The film was primarily shot in New Zealand, with additional scenes filmed in the Czech Republic and Poland.
Budget: Approximately $180 million
Box Office Collection: The film grossed over $745 million worldwide, making it a significant commercial success.
Awards & Nominations
"The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" received numerous awards and nominations. Some of the notable ones include:
Awards Won:
- Academy Award for Best Makeup
- Academy Award for Best Visual Effects
Nominations:
- Academy Award for Best Sound Mixing
- British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) for Best Production Design
- British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) for Best Costume Design
Reviews & Reception
Critical Reception: The film received generally positive reviews from critics. They praised its faithfulness to the source material, the performances of the young cast, and the visual effects.
Tilda Swinton's portrayal of the White Witch was particularly lauded. However, some critics felt that the film's pacing was uneven, and the narrative occasionally felt rushed.
Audience Reception: Audiences, especially fans of the book, embraced the film wholeheartedly. It was praised for its engaging storytelling, memorable characters, and the sense of wonder it evoked.
Box Office Performance: With a worldwide gross of over $745 million against a budget of $180 million, the film was a massive box office success. It led to the production of sequels, further establishing "The Chronicles of Narnia" as a beloved film franchise.