The Witcher Shocker: Henry Cavill Out Ahead of Season 4; Liam Hemsworth to Take Over as Geralt of Rivia
By Ryan Schwartz
The Witcher Netflix Recasting
Major shake-up on The Witcher.
Netflix on Saturday announced that the fantasy drama has been renewed for Season 4, at which point series star Henry Cavill will depart the role of Geralt of Rivia and hand his swords over to Hunger Games vet Liam Hemsworth.
“My journey as Geralt of Rivia has been filled with both monsters and adventures, and alas, I will be laying down my medallion and my swords for Season 4,” Cavill said in a statement. “In my stead, the fantastic Mr. Liam Hemsworth will be taking up the mantle of the White Wolf.
“As with the greatest of literary characters, I pass the torch with reverence for the time spent embodying Geralt and enthusiasm to see Liam’s take on this most fascinating and nuanced of men,” Cavill continued. “Liam, good sir, this character has such a wonderful depth to him, enjoy diving in and seeing what you can find.”
Added Hemsworth: “As a Witcher fan I’m over the moon about the opportunity to play Geralt of Rivia. Henry Cavill has been an incredible Geralt, and I’m honoured that he’s handing me the reins and allowing me to take up the White Wolf’s blades for the next chapter of his adventure. Henry, I’ve been a fan of yours for years and was inspired by what you brought to this beloved character. I may have some big boots to fill, but I’m truly excited to be stepping into The Witcher world.”
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6 Comments
Michelle says:
October 29, 2022 at 12:23 PM
WHAT?!
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Ella says:
October 29, 2022 at 12:24 PM
Ugh, this is a disaster. I suppose he’s abandoning the show for Superman, which is terrible, like most DC movies :(
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Bartlett says:
October 29, 2022 at 12:27 PM
The worst part is he doesn’t even even have a contract for DC yet. He has only signed on for 2 cameos, Black Adam and The Flash. And with Discovery planning on selling Warner Brothers in 2 years this just screams giant mistake.
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Dave says:
October 29, 2022 at 12:30 PM
I really can’t picture anybody else taking on the role, and are they gonna write in this change? or just move on like nothing happened..?
I don’t know, this seems a very odd choice. For sure he’s going to be busy with Superman but they could have worked out something with the schedule…
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RJ says:
October 29, 2022 at 12:30 PM
I have a feeling it’s because he’ll be James Bond? Isn’t that what he’s been wanting for a while?
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Imzadi says:
October 29, 2022 at 12:30 PM
Wait, what? I had to remind myself that it isn’t April 1st.
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By Ryan Schwartz
The Witcher Netflix Recasting
Major shake-up on The Witcher.
Netflix on Saturday announced that the fantasy drama has been renewed for Season 4, at which point series star Henry Cavill will depart the role of Geralt of Rivia and hand his swords over to Hunger Games vet Liam Hemsworth.
“My journey as Geralt of Rivia has been filled with both monsters and adventures, and alas, I will be laying down my medallion and my swords for Season 4,” Cavill said in a statement. “In my stead, the fantastic Mr. Liam Hemsworth will be taking up the mantle of the White Wolf.
“As with the greatest of literary characters, I pass the torch with reverence for the time spent embodying Geralt and enthusiasm to see Liam’s take on this most fascinating and nuanced of men,” Cavill continued. “Liam, good sir, this character has such a wonderful depth to him, enjoy diving in and seeing what you can find.”
Added Hemsworth: “As a Witcher fan I’m over the moon about the opportunity to play Geralt of Rivia. Henry Cavill has been an incredible Geralt, and I’m honoured that he’s handing me the reins and allowing me to take up the White Wolf’s blades for the next chapter of his adventure. Henry, I’ve been a fan of yours for years and was inspired by what you brought to this beloved character. I may have some big boots to fill, but I’m truly excited to be stepping into The Witcher world.”
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6 Comments
Michelle says:
October 29, 2022 at 12:23 PM
WHAT?!
Reply
Ella says:
October 29, 2022 at 12:24 PM
Ugh, this is a disaster. I suppose he’s abandoning the show for Superman, which is terrible, like most DC movies :(
Reply
Bartlett says:
October 29, 2022 at 12:27 PM
The worst part is he doesn’t even even have a contract for DC yet. He has only signed on for 2 cameos, Black Adam and The Flash. And with Discovery planning on selling Warner Brothers in 2 years this just screams giant mistake.
Reply
Dave says:
October 29, 2022 at 12:30 PM
I really can’t picture anybody else taking on the role, and are they gonna write in this change? or just move on like nothing happened..?
I don’t know, this seems a very odd choice. For sure he’s going to be busy with Superman but they could have worked out something with the schedule…
Reply
RJ says:
October 29, 2022 at 12:30 PM
I have a feeling it’s because he’ll be James Bond? Isn’t that what he’s been wanting for a while?
Reply
Imzadi says:
October 29, 2022 at 12:30 PM
Wait, what? I had to remind myself that it isn’t April 1st.
Reply
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