The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005)
Kernel Score: 81% · 11,361 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Adventure, Family, Fantasy
Released: 2005-12-07
Runtime: 143 minutes
Is The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe worth watching?
Worth watching. A warm, sincere fantasy about four siblings who discover a magical land. It's family-friendly and well made, with real charm, though it follows a familiar pattern and the pace is gentle.
Watch it if you
- want a family fantasy to share
- like talking animals and magic worlds
- enjoy classic good-versus-evil stories
Skip it if you
- want fast, edgy fantasy
- dislike familiar quest formulas
Best for: Family movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
- Stream: Disney+
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Siblings Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter step through a magical wardrobe and find the land of Narnia. There, they discover a charming, once peaceful kingdom that has been plunged into eternal winter by the evil White Witch, Jadis. Aided by the wise and magnificent lion, Aslan, the children lead Narnia into a spectacular, climactic battle to be free of the Witch's glacial powers forever.
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that this PG family fantasy has some fairy-tale battle peril but is a wholesome good-versus-evil adventure with strong themes of courage and self-sacrifice.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — A climactic fantasy battle and the noble sacrifice of Aslan, handled without graphic gore.
- Language: A little — A family-friendly film with essentially no profanity.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
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- The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) — 97%: The grander, more adult fantasy epic that started the era.
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- The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) — 97%: The satisfying, emotional finish to a great fantasy trilogy.
- Stardust (2007) — 84%: Fairy-tale adventure with humour and charm.
- The Princess Bride (1987) — 85%: Fairy-tale fun for adults and kids alike.
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011) — 88%: The big finale to a magical series.
Director
Cast
- William Moseley as Peter Pevensie
- Anna Popplewell as Susan Pevensie
- Skandar Keynes as Edmund Pevensie
- Georgie Henley as Lucy Pevensie
- Liam Neeson as Aslan (voice)
- Tilda Swinton as White Witch
- James McAvoy as Mr. Tumnus
- Jim Broadbent as Prof. Digory Kirke
- Ray Winstone as Mr. Beaver (voice)
- Dawn French as Mrs. Beaver (voice)
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe FAQ
Is The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe worth watching?
Worth watching. A warm, sincere fantasy about four siblings who discover a magical land. It's family-friendly and well made, with real charm, though it follows a familiar pattern and the pace is gentle.
Where can I watch The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe?
In the US you can stream The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe on Disney+ and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe OK for kids?
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that this PG family fantasy has some fairy-tale battle peril but is a wholesome good-versus-evil adventure with strong themes of courage and self-sacrifice.
What movies are like The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe?
If you liked The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, try The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King and Stardust.