Narnia Movie Gets A New Release Fans Have Been Asking For Ahead of The Magician’s Nephew

(Photo Credit: Walt Disney Studios) The Chronicles of Narnia is getting a new physical release just as the franchise prepares for its Netflix comeback. The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe is receiving a 4K Ultra HD SteelBook edition on December 15. The release arrives ahead of Greta Gerwig‘s upcoming adaptation of The Magician’s Nephew. Directed by Andrew Adamson, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe will receive a 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray Disc + digital code SteelBook release. SteelBook editions have become popular among collectors, offering a premium physical-media option in an increasingly streaming-focused market. Unlike standard DVD and Blu-ray cases, SteelBooks feature collectible metal packaging. (Photo Credit: Walt Disney Studios) The 4K SteelBook includes bonus features that take fans deeper into Narnia Special features include a commentary featuring Adamson and members of the cast, a filmmaker commentary, and two Creatures, Lands & Legends featurettes: Creatures of the World and Explore Narnia 3-D Map. The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe was the first film in the original Chronicles of Narnia movie trilogy, produced by Walden Media and distributed by Disney. Unlike the publication order followed by the original film trilogy, Gerwig’s planned adaptation begins with The Magician’s Nephew, the earliest story chronologically. Although The Magician’s Nephew is first in the series’ chronological timeline, it was the sixth of the seven books to be published. The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe stars Tilda Swinton, James McAvoy, Liam Neeson, Georgie Henley, Skandar Keynes, William Moseley, and Anna Popplewell. Andrew Adamson also wrote the screenplay alongside Stephen McFeely, Christopher Markus, and Ann Peacock. Mark Johnson and Phillip Steuer served as producers on the film. The film grossed approximately $745 million worldwide against its budget of $180 million. The film received positive reviews for its visual effects, casting, and costumes. The movie has a 76% Tomatometer score on Rotten Tomatoes. Originally reported on SuperHeroHype.com. The post Narnia Movie Gets A New Release Fans Have Been Asking For Ahead of The Magician’s Nephew appeared first on ComingSoon.net - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.