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The Witcher’ Recast Explained: Cavill’s Exit Was Planned as Hemsworth Faces Backlash Ahead of Oct. 30 Debut

Showrunner Lauren Hissrich describes a mutual handoff driven by Henry Cavill’s pursuit of other roles.

Overview

  • Netflix will premiere Season 4 on October 30, introducing Liam Hemsworth as Geralt of Rivia.
  • Hissrich says discussions about recasting began in late 2022 and that Cavill chose to move on to other projects.
  • Hemsworth says the reaction to his casting led him to step away from social media and the internet for most of last year.
  • The series is set to conclude with Season 5, with Hemsworth continuing in the lead role through the finale.
  • Cast members recount an emotional transition, with Anya Chalotra saying she cried and Freya Allan recalling a farewell call with Cavill.