Series synopsis
The Witcher is an American drama action & adventure television series that premiered on Netflix on December 20, 2019. It was created by Lauren Schmidt Hissrich. It stars Henry Cavill, Liam Hemsworth, Anya Chalotra and Freya Allan.
Geralt of Rivia, a mutated monster-hunter for hire, journeys toward his destiny in a turbulent world where people often prove more wicked than beasts.
Premise
Geralt of Rivia, a mutated monster-hunter for hire, journeys toward his destiny in a turbulent world where people often prove more wicked than beasts.
Premise: Destiny is a beast.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Henry Cavill as Geralt of Rivia
- Liam Hemsworth as Geralt of Rivia
- Anya Chalotra as Yennefer of Vengerberg
- Freya Allan as Princess Cirilla 'Ciri' of Cintra
- Joey Batey as Jaskier / The Sandpiper
- Eamon Farren as Cahir
- Mimî M. Khayisa as Fringilla Vigo
- Anna Shaffer as Triss Merigold
Supporting cast
- Mahesh Jadu as Vilgefortz of Roggeveen
- Zhang Meng'er as Milva
- Danny Woodburn as Zoltan Chivay
- Cassie Clare as Philippa Eilhart
- Adam Levy as Mousesack
- MyAnna Buring as Tissaia De Vries
- Christelle Elwin as Mistle
- Ben Radcliffe as Giselher
- Fabian McCallum as Kayleigh
- Mecia Simson as Francesca Findabair
- Aggy K. Adams as Iskra
- Connor Crawford as Asse
Guest cast
- Bart Edwards as Emhyr
- Wilson Mbomio as Dara
- Packy Lee as Nohorn
- Mia McKenna-Bruce as Marilka
- Atanáz Babinchak as Filip
- Krisztián Csákvári as Adon Ozol
- Szandra Asztalos as Anica
- Eliza Varga as Doralis
- Rebeka Balogh as Lark
- Andrea M. Simon as Lilja Ozol
- Jade Croot as Princess Adda
- Sam Marks as Captain Segelin
Episodes
This series spans 4 seasons with 32 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 | December 20, 2019 | December 20, 2019 |
| Season 2 | 8 | December 17, 2021 | December 17, 2021 |
| Season 3 | 8 | June 29, 2023 | July 27, 2023 |
| Season 4 | 8 | October 30, 2025 | October 30, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The End's Beginning Hostile townsfolk and a cunning mage greet Geralt in the town of Blaviken. Ciri finds her royal world upended when Nilfgaard sets its sights on Cintra. |
December 20, 2019 |
| 2 |
Four Marks Bullied and neglected, Yennefer accidentally finds a means of escape. Geralt's hunt for a so-called devil goes to hell. Ciri seeks safety in numbers. |
December 20, 2019 |
| 3 |
Betrayer Moon Geralt takes on another Witcher's unfinished business in a kingdom stalked by a ferocious beast. At a brutal cost, Yennefer forges a magical new future. |
December 20, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
A Grain of Truth Geralt sets off with Ciri on a journey that leads him to an old friend. After the Battle of Sodden, Tissaia shows no mercy in her search for information. |
December 17, 2021 |
| 2 |
Kaer Morhen Seeking a safe place for Ciri, Geralt heads for home, but danger lurks everywhere — even Kaer Morhen. Yennefer's dreams could be the key to her freedom. |
December 17, 2021 |
| 3 |
What Is Lost Impatient with Geralt's methods, Ciri braves major obstacles to prove her mettle. Scheming and suspicion amongst the Brotherhood make Yennefer a target. |
December 17, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Shaerrawedd Geralt, Yennefer and Ciri journey to the far reaches of the Continent in search of a safe haven. King Vizimir puts his charming younger brother to use. |
June 29, 2023 |
| 2 |
Unbound A shocking discovery awaits Geralt after he obtains information on Rience. Ciri's sense of justice causes problems. Jaskier performs for a royal fan. |
June 29, 2023 |
| 3 |
Reunion Geralt seeks magical help from a family friend as Ciri and Yennefer clash over plans for the future. Philippa and Dijkstra scheme to get Vizimir in line. |
June 29, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Stronger Geralt sets out to save Ciri from the claws of Emhyr, unaware of her true fate. Beset by Vilgefortz, Yennefer attempts to uncover his plan. |
October 30, 2025 |
| 2 |
Dream of a Wish Fulfilled Ciri gets a chance to prove herself during a robbery. Geralt gains an unlikely ally, as does Yennefer when she visits Montecalvo to look for sanctuary. |
October 30, 2025 |
| 3 |
Trial by Ordeal A witch trial pulls Geralt away from his quest. Ciri taps further into the darkness of her new life. Yennefer brings more recruits to her cause. |
October 30, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Netflix |
|---|---|
| First aired | December 20, 2019 |
| Last aired | October 30, 2025 |
| Status | continue |