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The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Enveloped in a frostbitten high-fantasy wonder, a dormant spark of innocence dares to melt an age of tyranny. The film is a golden beam of sun piercing through an eternal blizzard, igniting the quiet courage hidden in children's hearts.
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

"The beloved masterpiece comes to life."

07 December 2005 United Kingdom 143 min 7.1 (11,724)

Director: Andrew Adamson

Cast: William Moseley, Anna Popplewell, Skandar Keynes, Georgie Henley, Liam Neeson

Family Fantasy Adventure Grace, Redemption, and Substitutionary Sacrifice Innocence, Faith, and Childlike Wonder vs. Cynicism Family Unity, Sibling Conflict, and Coming of Age Courage, Moral Duty, and Standing Against Tyranny
Budget: $180,000,000
Box Office: $745,013,115

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe — Movie Quotes

Memorable Quotes

He's not a tame lion. But he is good.
— Mr. Beaver (voiced by Ray Winstone)

Context

Spoken while explaining Aslan's nature to the frightened children.

Meaning

Encapsulates the theological paradox of divine majesty—dangerous and untamable, yet loving and benevolent.

Do not cite the Deep Magic to me, Witch! I was there when it was written.
— Aslan

Context

Spoken when confronting Jadis as she demands Edmund's blood according to the ancient laws of Narnia.

Meaning

Asserts Aslan's eternal existence predating created law and supreme authority over cosmic justice.

For Narnia, and for Aslan!
— Peter Pevensie

Context

Roared as a battle cry when Peter charges into the Battle of Beruna against the Witch's horde.

Meaning

Marks Peter's full acceptance of his heroic mantle and commitment to the liberation of Narnia.

When Adam's flesh and Adam's bone / Sits at Cair Paravel in throne, / The evil time will be over and done.
— Mr. Beaver

Context

Recited to the children as the ancient Narnian prophecy foretelling the end of the Witch's rule upon their coronation.

Meaning

Foreknowledge of destiny and the promise of ultimate restoration through human agency.

It is finished. / It is done.
— Aslan

Context

Spoken upon leaping onto and defeating the White Witch on the battlefield.

Meaning

Direct biblical allusion to the victory over death, signaling the final collapse of Jadis's 100-year reign.

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