What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe Horse and His Boy
Clive Staples Lewis · Book · 1970
If you loved The Horse and His Boy, start with The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (Andrew Adamson, 2005) — a film on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to The Horse and His Boy across media.
You loved The Horse and His Boy because it centers on the transformative power of unlikely journeys taken by companions.
Films on the same thread
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Andrew Adamson · Film · 2005
Shares a thread with The Horse and His Boy: Coming of Age.
Like The Horse and His Boy, this tale captures the wonder of stepping into a magical realm where ordinary children become heroes tasked with defeating a pervasive, ancient evil.
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
Andrew Adamson · Film · 2008
Shares a thread with The Horse and His Boy: Coming of Age.
If you enjoyed the quest-driven stakes of The Horse and His Boy, you will appreciate this return to Narnia that features a displaced prince fighting for his rightful throne.
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Film · 2022
Shares 2 threads with The Horse and His Boy: Friendship, Courage.
This story mirrors the heart of The Horse and His Boy by focusing on the profound bond formed between travelers as they navigate the world in search of home.
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
Michael Apted · Film · 2010
Explores: Good vs Evil, Temptation and Redemption, Courage and Self-Discovery.
Fans of the adventurous spirit in The Horse and His Boy will find a familiar sense of discovery as these characters sail toward the edges of their known world.
Series on the same thread
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
George R. R. Martin · Series · 2026
Shares a thread with The Horse and His Boy: Coming of Age.
Much like the mentorship and growth found in The Horse and His Boy, this story follows a knight and his squire navigating duty and loyalty across a vast landscape.
BoJack Horseman
Raphael Bob-Waksberg · Series · 2014
Explores: Existentialism, Depression, Celebrity Culture.
If The Horse and His Boy hit, BoJack Horseman shares the thread.
Merlin
Jake Michie · Series · 2008
Shares 2 threads with The Horse and His Boy: Destiny, Fantasy Adventure.
Those drawn to the destiny-driven narrative of The Horse and His Boy will recognize the central theme of a young person finding their true identity alongside a royal companion.
My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic
Lauren Faust · Series · 2010
Shares 2 threads with The Horse and His Boy: Friendship, Coming of Age.
The emphasis on friendship and overcoming obstacles together that defined The Horse and His Boy is central to this journey through an enchanted land filled with valuable life lessons.
Podcasts on the same thread
Nani Ki Kahaniya
Podcast
Explores: Moral lessons, Values, Childhood education.
If you cherished the moral weight and adventurous storytelling in The Horse and His Boy, these folktales provide a similar focus on courage and character development for younger readers.
Dan Carlin's Hardcore History
Dan Carlin · Podcast · 2026
Explores: civilizational collapse, human nature, moral ambiguity.
If The Horse and His Boy hit, Dan Carlin's Hardcore History shares the thread.
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Common questions
Is The Horse and His Boy part of a larger series?
Yes, The Horse and His Boy is part of The Chronicles of Narnia. Our catalog features hardcover and paperback digest editions for the entire series, which now include new jacket and cover art illustrated by the two-time Caldecott medalist David Wiesner.
What editions of The Horse and His Boy are available?
We offer The Horse and His Boy in both hardcover and paperback digest editions. These current versions of the book feature updated cover and jacket art created by David Wiesner, who is a two-time recipient of the Caldecott Medal.
Who illustrated the current edition of The Horse and His Boy?
The current hardcover and paperback digest editions of The Horse and His Boy feature new jacket and cover art. These illustrations were created by David Wiesner, an artist who has been honored as a two-time Caldecott medalist.
Are there new cover designs for The Horse and His Boy?
Yes, the hardcover and paperback digest editions of The Horse and His Boy now feature new jacket and cover art. These updated designs were produced by David Wiesner, who is a two-time Caldecott medalist.