The anticipation for the fourth season of Netflix’s hit sequence The Witcher is reaching new heights as the primary set pictures of Liam Hemsworth as Geralt of Rivia have been unveiled. In a behind-the-scenes photograph, Hemsworth is seen leaning casually in opposition to some rocks, the sort of pose that means “Backlash? What backlash?” The sneak peek gives followers a glimpse of the brand new Geralt, hinting at a easy transition regardless of the numerous casting change from Henry Cavill. We already knew Hemsworth was at work following the discharge of a desk learn video final month by Netflix.

Last 12 months, The Witcher producers Steve Gaub and Tomek Baginski expressed confidence that the transition from Cavill to Hemsworth can be “flawless” by adhering carefully to the lore of the books. The plan for Season 4 is to stay devoted to the supply materials after Season 3 failed to attain the identical stage of acclaim from followers. Departures from Andrzej Sapkowski‘s eight-book sequence had been rumored to be an element in Cavill’s choice to go away the function and even raised considerations from the creator himself. There are nonetheless many unanswered questions in regards to the futures of Geralt, Yennefer (Anya Chalotra), and Ciri (Freya Allan), particularly after a season that left them separated and dealing with a war-torn continent stuffed with threats.

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Liam Hemsworth’s Co-Star Freya Allan Wants Fans to Give Him a Chance

As The Witcher approaches its return to Netflix for Season 4, all eyes are on Hemsworth. Best recognized for his function in the Hunger Games movies, Hemsworth was chosen in October 2022 to exchange Cavill as Geralt of Rivia in the favored fantasy sequence. This choice, nevertheless, didn’t come with out some controversy. Cavill had spent three seasons profitable over followers along with his portrayal of the White Wolf, leaving Hemsworth with the difficult activity of gaining viewer approval and guaranteeing a easy transition. Freya Allan, his new co-star, is amongst these urging followers to offer Hemsworth‘s Geralt an opportunity when he takes the display screen subsequent 12 months, as she advised Collider’s Perri Nemiroff.

“I don’t need to converse for him, however from what I’ve understood, I really feel like he’s actually desirous to attempt to carry the center. He’s been coaching.
I really feel sorry for him, actually, as a result of, primary, that fan base will be very attack-y, and it’s not a perfect state of affairs to be in taking on another person’s function.
But I’m actually excited to see what he does. And he’s such a stunning man. I simply hope that folks give him the time of day, you understand?”

Season 4 may also welcome lots of new stars, together with Laurence Fishburne as the fan-favorite character Regis, alongside Sharlto Copley, James Purefoy, and Danny Woodburn. Stay tuned to Collider for extra updates.

The Witcher

Geralt of Rivia, a solitary monster hunter, struggles to search out his place in a world the place folks typically show extra depraved than beasts.

Release Date

December 20, 2019

Creator

Lauren Schmidt Hissrich

Main Genre

Drama

Watch on Netflix