Casting

In a warmly lit, intimate close-up from 'The Stolen Girl,' Denise Gough and Beatrice Campbell press their foreheads together in a tender moment between mother and daughter.
The Magician's Nephew

Denise Gough Reunites with Beatrice Campbell on the Cast of Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew

September 25, 2025 David Sutton
Irish actress Denise Gough (Andor) has confirmed she is joining the cast of Greta Gerwig’s Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew. In a recent podcast appearance, Gough revealed she will be playing “someone mean,” sparking speculation about her role. This casting marks a reunion with young actress Beatrice Campbell, who is set to play Polly Plummer; the two previously starred as a mother-daughter duo in the TV series The Stolen Girl. The article also explores Gough’s passionate advocacy for human rights, which she discussed at length in the same interview where she announced her Narnia role.

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The Magician's Nephew

Will Meryl Streep Voice Aslan? Why Narnia Fans are Divided on this Lion of a Rumor

August 17, 2025 David Sutton
The overwhelming consensus is not a rejection of Meryl Streep’s immense talent—far from it. In fact, a significant number of fans…suggested she would be a phenomenal choice for another iconic role: ‘Should get her to play the White Witch instead. She’d be awesome in that role. Aslan is just miscasting.’ This sentiment was echoed repeatedly, with many believing Streep’s gravitas and skill would be perfectly suited to the formidable Queen Jadis.

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