We watched the latest season of The Witcher on Christmas day because there’s nothing better than binging a fantasy show on December 25th with a ton of leftovers, surrounded by our presents.
We love the franchise, the games, the books and the TV show, so we were a bit nervous at the idea of a new actor portraying Geralt.
Let me start by saying this: I instantly lose all respect for actors who willingly leave a show before its completion. I’m talking about people like Wil Wheaton (Star Trek: The Next Generation), Nina Dobrev (Vampire Diaries) and, of course, Henry cavill who officially left his role as Geralt of Rivia in October 2022, shortly after announcing his return as Superman in Warner Bros.’ DC Universe. However, he was ultimately not cast in the new Superman film (what a sharp twist of fate).
Many people thought that HE was Geralt and no one else could ever portray the famous Witcher the way he did. Well, after viewing the fourth season of the show, I can say this: it’s absolutely not true! Liam Hemsworth does a great job and it didn’t take me more than a minute to switch to the new actor. So, big kuddos to Liam to fill in those big boots so well.
Now, when I saw Laurence Fishburne, I got scared. I usually enjoy his acting (The Matrix, CSI,…) but I really dislike his character in John Wick. However, my fears were unfounded. He portrays Regis the vampire perfectly and I truly enjoyed each scene he took part in.
As for the show, it was entertaining. I’ve enjoyed all parts of the story, the one of Yennefer on her quest to defeat Vilgefortz being my favourite.
I can’t wait to see what happens in the final season (which already wrapped filming). Speculations place the release of the fifth season around September 2026, which would be absolutely perfect for Christmas day next year…