Emmy-Winning Narnia Animation
Bill Melendez's animated adaptation of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is coming to Folkestone Harbour Arm, bringing the magical world of Narnia to life. This classic tale of good vs evil has been enchanting audiences for decades, and its unique blend of fantasy and adventure is sure to captivate viewers of all ages.
Dir: Bill Melendez
Cast: Rachel Warren, Susan Sokol, Reg Williams, Simon Adams, Victor Spinetti, Dick Vosburgh, Don Parker, Liz Proud
95 mins · 1979 · United Kingdom, United States of America · Cert U · English, Finnish
IMDb 7.0/10 · TMDB 6.8/10 · Trakt 68%
Awards: Won 1 Primetime Emmy. 1 win & 1 nomination total
Bill Melendez, known for his work on beloved animated classics, directs The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, a film based on the novel by C. S. Lewis. The story follows four siblings as they enter the magical world of Narnia, where they must help Aslan defeat the White Witch's frozen reign.
What is the film about? The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe tells the story of four children who pass through a mystic portal in a wardrobe and discover the magical kingdom of Narnia, a land of talking animals and mythical creatures. There, an evil witch's spell has cast the land into eternal winter, and the children must help Aslan, noble lion and High King above all kings in Narnia, defeat the witch and restore springtime to Narnia.
How was the film received? The film has a 7.0/10 rating on IMDb, 6.8/10 on TMDB, and 68% on Trakt, indicating a generally positive reception. It also won a Primetime Emmy award, a testament to its enduring quality.
What's special about this screening? The film will be shown at Folkestone Harbour Arm in Folkestone on Friday, 20 November 2026. Tickets are on sale: say tickets are with the button beside the article. This is a unique opportunity to see a classic animated adaptation on the big screen, and fans of the novel and the film are sure to appreciate the chance to experience it in a new way.
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What viewers say
ViniMonteiro · 6/10
Adapting a beloved fantasy classic is always a tough gig, and the late-70s animated version of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe perfectly shows the gap between blindly respecting a book and actually making a good movie. Sure, there’s a warm sense of nostalgia if you grew up watching the VHS tape in your living room, but rewatching it as an adult requires a lot of patience. In its attempt to preserve C.S. Lewis’s original vision, the movie…
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Vinicius Monteiro · 6/10
Adapting a beloved fantasy classic is always a tough gig, and the late-70s animated version of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe perfectly shows the gap between blindly respecting a book and actually making a good movie. Sure, there’s a warm sense of nostalgia if you grew up watching the VHS tape in your living room, but rewatching it as an adult requires a lot of patience. In its attempt to preserve C.S. Lewis’s original vision, the movie…
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