The enchanting world of The Chronicles of Narnia, created by C.S. Lewis, starts with the adventure in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. However, many readers often wonder about the concluding tales of their favorite characters. While Disney brought three of Narnia’s novels to cinematic life, the remaining four narratives await adaptation. There is hope that upcoming projects will portray the complete stories of the Pevensie siblings and other iconic figures from this beloved series.
Exciting news arises from filmmaker Greta Gerwig, who is at the helm of a new Chronicles of Narnia movie series. This venture fuels anticipation for a comprehensive adaptation of Lewis’ saga. The concluding installment, The Last Battle, reveals a poignant and tragic finale for Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy, alongside Aslan and other key characters. Should Gerwig or any other filmmakers choose to adapt these powerful events, the results are certain to captivate audiences.
1. Peter Pevensie
High King Peter The Magnificent
The eldest of the Pevensie siblings, Peter Pevensie embarked on two significant journeys in Narnia prior to the events of The Last Battle. His esteemed status as a ruler remained intact, a testament to Aslan’s assertion that, “Once a king of Narnia, always a king of Narnia.”However, Peter’s journey reached a turning point after aiding Prince Caspian X in his ascension to the throne, as Aslan informed him that both he and Susan had outgrown their access to Narnia.
In The Last Battle, at the age of 22, Peter was summoned by King Tirian, a descendant of King Caspian X. When trouble loomed over Narnia, Peter, alongside Edmund and Lucy, sought out the Professor’s Magic Rings to return to their beloved land. Tragically, a train accident led to Peter’s demise. His next awareness found him in the “Real Narnia,”where Aslan welcomed him into a paradise free from the corruption of the previous Narnia.
2. Susan Pevensie
Queen Susan The Gentle
Like her brother Peter, Susan also had two adventures in Narnia that began with The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and concluded with Prince Caspian. Following these events, Susan became increasingly fixated on adulthood and the superficialities of life, losing her belief in Narnia. As her family’s discussions about her character mentioned, she appeared only interested in cosmetics and social invitations.
Though C.S. Lewis contemplated crafting a solo series for Susan, it never materialized. The concluding Narnia tales depicted Susan as the sole survivor after a horrific train crash that claimed the lives of her siblings and other family members, including her parents. The aftermath of this tragedy left Susan without closure, as the books do not reveal her fate.
3. Edmund Pevensie
King Edmund The Just
Edmund, the third Pevensie, experienced three thrilling journeys within Narnia. He first encountered this magical realm in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, where he infamously betrayed his siblings under the White Witch’s influence. However, he transformed into a brave ally in subsequent tales like Prince Caspian and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, marking his final visit to Narnia after Aslan informed him he was too grown to return.
During The Last Battle, at 19 years old, Edmund was part of the summoning by King Tirian. Tragically, he perished alongside his family when the train overturned; yet, Aslan resurrected him in the Real Narnia, reuniting him with spirits like Mr. and Mrs. Beaver, providing him an eternal home in paradise.
4. Lucy Pevensie
Queen Lucy The Valiant
Lucy, the youngest sibling, was characterized by her innocence and unwavering imagination, engaging in three thrilling adventures across the Narnian landscapes. Her first encounter with Narnia, in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, fostered a deep bond with Aslan that would resonate through all her ensuing journeys. However, by the end of The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, she too was informed it was time to leave this magical reality.
At the age of 17, Lucy perished in the train crash, yet she awoke in a lush meadow alongside her family. Despite joyous reunions with old Narnian friends, doubts clouded Lucy’s heart as she feared returning to England, only to hear from Aslan that her adventures were truly at an end.
5. Lion
The King Above All High Kings
As the cornerstone of The Chronicles of Narnia, Aslan’s presence is felt throughout every book. He symbolizes complexity and authority, guiding human rulers during their trials. Aslan’s country, the true origin of Narnia, comes to light in The Magician’s Nephew, confirming him as the creator of this fantasy realm.
By the time of The Last Battle, Aslan’s absence was palpable, as the inhabitants of Narnia had begun to lose hope in his existence, succumbing to the deception of an imposter. Nevertheless, as Narnia’s fate reached its tragic conclusion, Aslan granted a passage to his real homeland, where those faithful saw him transformed into a different being and were welcomed to eternal paradise.
6. Prince Caspian
King Caspian X
King Caspian X took the throne of Narnia approximately 1,000 years following the Pevensies’ first visit. Having been raised on tales of Old Narnia, he set out to restore its glory after his father’s tragic death. The Pevensies joined his quest and became enduring companions. Caspian’s line ruled until the events of The Last Battle, and he lived only until the age of 66, having briefly embraced his son before death.
After the events of The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, in which he established an alliance with Lucy, Edmund, and Eustace, Caspian married and had a son, Prince Rilian. However, tragedy struck with the death of his wife and the disappearance of Rilian, prompting a journey to seek counsel from Aslan. Ultimately, he was instructed to return home, where he found Rilian alive, but passed shortly after their reunion.
7. Eustace Scrubb
The Pevensies’ Cousin
Eustace Scrubb’s initial interactions with the Pevensies were fraught with tension; however, his character evolved during The Voyage of the Dawn Treader. This journey represented the Pevensies’ final voyage to Narnia, as they were deemed too old for further adventures. Nonetheless, Eustace remained privileged, visiting Narnia two additional times—first in The Silver Chair and then in The Last Battle.
He and his friend Jill responded to King Tirian’s call for help, compelled to Narnia when the train accident occurred. Like his cousins, Eustace met his end in the crash and subsequently joined them in the Real Narnia, where they would exist together eternally.
8. Professor Digory Church
The First Friend Of Narnia
Professor Digory Kirke, affectionately called “The Professor,”was the keeper of the magical wardrobe that transported children to Narnia. His backstory, explored in The Magician’s Nephew, reveals his pivotal role in Narnia’s creation, imbuing the land with his childhood experiences. Regrettably, Kirke’s youthful actions also enabled Jadis, the White Witch, to curse Narnia with an everlasting winter.
Years later, during the events of The Last Battle, Kirke tried to support the Pevensies in their quest to save Narnia. Tragically, he, too, lost his life in the railway accident. However, he reappeared in the New Narnia, revitalized as a young boy, entering the eternal bliss found there.
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