
The Chronicles of Narnia BBC Collection
is a British BBC-produced television serial that was aired from 13 November 1988 to 23 December 1990 and is based on four books of C. S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia series. The first series aired was The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe in 1988, the second series aired was Prince Caspian and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader in 1989 and the third series aired was The Silver Chair in 1990. This television serial was produced by Paul Stone, with the teleplay by Alan Seymour. The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe was directed by Marilyn Fox, while Prince Caspian, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader and The Silver Chair were directed by Alex Kirby.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The The Chronicles of Narnia BBC Collection has evolved significantly over a span of -1 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 3 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 6.1/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.1. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," The Chronicles of Narnia BBC Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with The Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.
Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal
Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the The Chronicles of Narnia BBC Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the The Chronicles of Narnia BBC Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe
Four kids travel to the magical land of Narnia where they must battle an evil queen with the direction of the lion, Aslan....

The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian & The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
Young Prince Caspian of Narnia wonders and dreams about the old days of Narnia when animals talked, and there were mythical creatures and four rulers in Cair Pa...

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair
Eustace is sent to a horrible school and finds a friend in Jill Pole, who's also running from bullies and looking for a place to hide. The two of them are magic...
Common Questions about The Chronicles of Narnia BBC Collection
How many movies are in the The Chronicles of Narnia BBC Collection?
There are currently 3 movies in the The Chronicles of Narnia BBC Collection, starting from The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian & The Voyage of the Dawn Treader to the latest release, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe.
What is the best order to watch the The Chronicles of Narnia BBC Collection?
The best way to watch the The Chronicles of Narnia BBC Collection is usually in release order: starting with The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian & The Voyage of the Dawn Treader and ending with The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the The Chronicles of Narnia BBC Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for The Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair in this franchise.