Netflix’s Narnia Adaptation with Led Zeppelin Sparks Controversy Among Fans

Netflix's new 'Narnia: The Magician's Nephew' trailer sparks debate as fans react to Led Zeppelin's inclusion and Greta Gerwig's direction.

Editorial Desk

October 14, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — A new trailer for Netflix’s upcoming film adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ ‘The Magician’s Nephew’ has ignited a polarizing reaction among fans, with some calling it a betrayal of the classic story.

The movie, directed by Greta Gerwig, known for her work on ‘Barbie,’ is set to debut in theaters on February 12, 2025, followed by a release on Netflix in April. It marks the first of seven Narnia novels when told in chronological order, serving as a prequel to the more famous ‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.’

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The trailer features a glam rock aesthetic, with Led Zeppelin’s iconic song “Stairway to Heaven” as its soundtrack. While some users praised the bold artistic choice, others criticized it as disrespectful to the source material. One user wrote, Anyone who defends this slop should be ashamed, while another called the film “crap.” However, fans who favor the original book structure celebrated the decision to begin the cinematic series with the prequel.

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