Greta Gerwig’s "Narnia" reboot adds Irish villain to star-studded cast

Best known to global audiences for her chilling turn as the ambitious Imperial officer "Dedra Meero" in Disney+’s "Star Wars: Andor", Gough has revealed she is joining the cast of Greta Gerwig’s highly anticipated reboot of "The Chronicles of Narnia" for Netflix.

Speaking on the podcast "We’re Not Kidding" with Mehdi & Friends, Gough confirmed she will appear in Gerwig’s upcoming adaptation of "The Magician’s Nephew", teasing that her role will likely be a villainous one.

"I’m doing a film with Greta Gerwig called 'Narnia'. I’m playing someone mean in that, but it’s fine, it’s to children, it’s okay," she said with a laugh.

Gerwig, fresh off her Oscar-nominated smash "Barbie", is confirmed to write and direct the first two films in Netflix’s relaunch of C.S. Lewis’ beloved series.

The first installment is slated for a cinematic release on November 26, 2026 before arriving on the streamer. Filming has already begun in London.

The ensemble cast is shaping up to be star-studded.

Barbie breakout Emma Mackey will step into the role of the White Witch, while Carey Mulligan ("Promising Young Woman") has signed on to play Digory Kirke’s mother.

Gough, who hails from Wexford, has been IFTA-nominated for Best Actress in a Lead Role for her acclaimed performance in "Paula" (2018).

Alongside Narnia, she has several upcoming projects lined up, including "Call Me Queen" and "The Chain".

With Gerwig at the helm and a cast stacked with talent, Netflix’s "Narnia" looks set to reintroduce a new generation to the magic — and menace — of Lewis’ classic world.

* This article was originally published on Extra.ie.