Summary
Greta Gerwig’sThe Chronicles of Narniaremake will have to feature a brand new cast, but one of the original stars has proven why he should return anyway. 2005’sThe Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobewas the first live-action imagining of C.S. Lewis' beloved fantasy book series, which means it is now difficult to separate the characters from those who played them. Gerwig will have the challenging task of recasting Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy Pevensie, but that isn’t to say her upcomingNarniaremake can’t feature the legacy cast in other ways.
The fourchild protagonists ofThe Chronicles of Narniawere played by William Moseley, Anna Popplewell, Skandar Keynes, and Georgie Henley, each portraying their characters spectacularly. Of course, as is part of the theme of Lewis’Narniabooks, these actors and their characters ultimately grew up, and Gerwig’s reboot will start the story with new actors from the beginning. Moseley, who played Peter in the Disney movies, said he would be willing to return for Gerwig’sChronicles of Narniamovie if he were asked, buthe finds that the themes of Lewis' work might not allow it.
Greta Gerwig’s Narnia: Release Date, Cast, Story & Everything We Know
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William Moseley’s Comments About His Time In Narnia Prove He Deeply Understands The Franchise
William Moseley Has Demonstrated Respect For Narnia’s Lore
Moseley seems eager and ready to return for Gerwig’s movieif the opportunity were presented, but he made a point that the doors to Narnia may be closed to him now. The actor pointed out a line spoken to Peter inThe Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader—“Your time here now is done.” This indicates that,just as Peter grew up beyond his time in Narnia, Moseley had already served his purpose to the fictional world. However, such a touching sentiment makes him more fitting for the upcoming reboot.
It’s precisely this kind of appreciation for Lewis' work and what it represents that Gerwig’s Narnia movie needs.
There’s a lot of symbolism in Lewis’Chronicles of Narnia, much of which revolves around the bittersweet nature of growing up. This is something that Moseley seems to intimately understand, having already related this to his own experience working on this film franchise in the 2000s. It’s precisely this kind of appreciation for Lewis' work and what it represents that Gerwig’sNarniamovie needs. Therefore, it can be hoped that the director would invite Moseley to join, though the actor clearly couldn’t portray Peter any longer.
How William Moseley Could Fit In Greta Gerwig’s Narnia Remake
There’s 1 Narnia Character William Moseley’s Previous Role Makes Him Perfect For
While a new young cast must be brought in to play the Pevensies, Moseley could play countless adult characters if asked to return. Mr. Tumnus would be fitting since he is Lucy’s first connection with Narnia and why the children decide to stay int he first place. Moseley could also potentially lend his voice to Aslan, replacing Liam Neeson and allowing for a nostalgic connection for those who notice. However,there is onecharacter inThe Chroncicles of Narniathat would be the most fitting for a prior child of Narnia to portray.
Professor Digory Kirke, whom Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy come to stay with inThe Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, would be the most appropriate character for Moseley to play in Gerwig’s upcoming movie. The old man’s history is deeply rooted in Narnia since he, like Peter, had traveled there as a child. Of course, the actor would need to be aged up to take on the role, but since the Professor is later reverted to his youth in theNarniabooks, this would make sense. It would be a nostalgic and beautiful poetic way to get Moseley back involved with the remake—if only Gerwig takes this route.
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
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The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005) is a fantasy film directed by Andrew Adamson. It follows the story of four siblings who discover a magical wardrobe that leads to the enchanted land of Narnia. They join forces with Aslan, the majestic lion, to battle against the evil White Witch. The film features Georgie Henley, Skandar Keynes, William Moseley, and Anna Popplewell in the leading roles.
