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Emma Mackey cast as Narnia's White Witch

Netflix finds its White Witch in Emma Mackey
Netflix finds its White Witch in Emma Mackey
28 Apr - Despite previous rumours saying that Charli XCX might be playing the coveted role, it was recently reported that Emma Mackey has been cast to play the White Witch in the upcoming Netflix Narnia adaptation.

The project, which is helmed by director Greta Gerwig, will have the British-French actress reuniting with the filmmaker after playing Physicist Barbie in the 2023 film, "Barbie".


Jadis aka the White Witch is the main antagonist in CS Lewis' "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" (1950) and "The Magician's Nephew" (1955). The character is described as a "extraordinarily beautiful, tall, and imposing" sorceress and cunning strategist.
The White Witch was previously played by Tilda Swinton
The White Witch was previously played by Tilda Swinton
It was reported that Gerwig will be tackling the sixth novel of the series, "The Magician's Nephew" not only as the director but as the scriptwriter as well.

Prior to Mackey, it was reported that Margaret Qualley was also in the run for the character.

Mackey will be seen next in "Alpha", which will have its world premiere in the main competition of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
Charli XCX was previously rumoured to play the role
Charli XCX was previously rumoured to play the role



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