Even though it is highly anticipated, Greta Gerwig’s upcomingChronicles of Narniamovie may struggle to continue an impressive streak. After the massively successfulBarbie, which grossed $1.4 billion at the box office, Gerwig committed to directing twoChronicles of Narniamovies for Netflix. Even though Netflix is producing the film, the director’s firstNarniamovie will receive an unprecedented IMAX release in theaters all around the world.
Based on this detail, it seems like theupcomingChronicles of Narniamoviecould be one of the biggest films of 2026. Additionally, the film, which willadaptThe Magician’s Nephew, which is chronologically the first novel in author C.S. Lewis' series, will start an exciting new franchise for the streamer.
Because of Gerwig’s involvement and the scope of the world of Narnia, there are plenty of reasons to be excited about this upcoming franchise. It seems like Netflix and Gerwig are also eyeing A-listactors to star inThe Chronicles of Narnia, which will set the first movie up for success. However,while the firstChronicles of Narniamovie will undoubtedly be successful, I’m doubtful it will be able to continue Gerwig’s impressive Best Picture streak.
Greta Gerwig’s Three Movies As A Director All Landed Best Picture Nominations
Gerwig Has Directed Several Incredible Movies
Since Gerwig is now one of the most well-known filmmakers in the world, it’s surprising that she has only directed three movies. All three of these films,Lady Bird,Little Women, andBarbie, were nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars. While none of these films won the top prize at the Academy Awards, this is still a very impressive streak.
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It must be noted that Gerwig also co-directed the 2008 filmNights and Weekends. However, since she was not the sole director of the project, it does not need to be considered for the purposes of this article. Furthermore,sinceNight and Weekendscame out in 2008 and is technically the first directorial effort of Gerwig’s career, it does not break her current Best Picture streak at all.
Since her last three movies were all recognized by the Academy,many will expectThe Chronicles of Narniato also be an awards season standout. It’s likely that Gerwig’s upcoming fantasy movie will receive some awards recognition, but actually being nominated for Best Picture may be more difficult.
Could Chronicles Of Narnia Get A Best Picture Nomination?
The 2027 Best Picture Group Could Be Stacked
Obviously, it’s far too early to accurately predict whether there’s a chanceThe Chronicles of Narniacould be nominated for Best Picture. After all, it is currently scheduled to release in theaters on June 09, 2025, which is still well over a year away. However,on a surface level,The Chronicles of Narniais not the type of movie that the Academy would typically nominate for Best Picture.
The Academy has nominated a lot more big-budget blockbusters for Best Picture in recent years, which could be good news for Gerwig’s next movie.
Outside ofThe Lord of the Ringstrilogy, fantasy hasn’t necessarily been a standout genre at the Academy Awardsthroughout the 21st century. Of course, there are exceptions to this. For example,The Shape of Wateris a grounded fantasy film that actually won Best Picture in 2018. Additionally,Wicked, which has a lot of fantastical elements, was nominated for Best Picture this year.
Furthermore, the Academy has nominated a lot more big-budget blockbusters for Best Picture in recent years, which could be good news for Gerwig’s next movie. However,The Chronicles of Narniawill definitely have a lot of competition leading up to the 2027 Oscars. Blockbusters likeThe OdysseyandDune: Part Three, in particular, may already be locks for a Best Picture nomination. Therefore, there may simply not be enough spots forThe Chronicles of Narniato be nominated, as well.
Chronicles Of Narnia Will Hopefully End Another Gerwig Oscars Streak
Gerwig Has Been Snubbed At The Oscars Before
Even ifThe Chronicles of Narniadoesn’t end up getting nominated for Best Picture, there’s a strong chance that Gerwig will still be in the running for other awards at the 2027 Oscars. For example, it would be amazing if the fantasy movie could keep Gerwig’s Best Screenplay streak alive.For her last three movies, Gerwig has been nominated for either Best Original Screenplay or Best Adapted Screenplayat the Oscars.
While Gerwig has always been recognized as a writer at the Oscars, she unfortunately hasn’t always been nominated for Best Director.She received a directing nomination forLady Bird, but was snubbed for bothLittle WomenandBarbie, which sparked outrage from her fans.
After these two controversial snubs, perhaps the Academy will make things right and nominate Gerwig for Best Director for her work onThe Chronicles of Narnia. Since it is getting a special IMAX release,it seems like Gerwig’sChronicles of Narniaadaptation will be visually stunning, which could definitely earn her a nomination for Best Director.
Chronicles Of Narnia Shows How Greta Gerwig’s Career Has Changed
Gerwig Is One Of The Biggest Directors In The World
While she co-directed the aforementionedNights and Weekendsand had some writing and acting credits in the late 2000s and early 2010s,Lady Birdwas very much the start of a new era for Gerwig. However,evenLady Bird, which ended up being a major commercial and critical success, only had a budget of $10 million.
To compare, according toObserver,Gerwig’sThe Chronicles of Narniamovie will reportedly have a budget of around $200 million. Similarly,Barbiehad a budget of about $150 million. Therefore, her newest movies prove that Gerwig has transformed from an indie filmmaker to a true blockbuster director.
However,even though the scale of her movies has increased, Gerwig has managed to make sure they are still full of heart and complex, intriguing characters. This is precisely why Barbie was such a major success. Therefore, hopefully Gerwig can accomplish this once again withThe Chronicles of Narnia. If she does, then perhaps herChronicles of Narniaadaptation will continue this Best Picture streak, after all.
