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The Witcher Season 4 Debut Halves Viewership as Scores Slide

Netflix reports 7.4 million views in four days, with the series set to end after a completed Season 5.

Overview

  • The first four days delivered 7.4 million views and 53.2 million hours, down sharply from Season 3 Part 1’s 15.2 million views and Season 2’s roughly 18.5–18.8 million.
  • Samba TV estimates the Season 4 premiere drew 35% fewer U.S. households than Season 3’s opener, reinforcing the downturn shown in Netflix’s data.
  • Liam Hemsworth’s debut as Geralt following Henry Cavill’s exit has triggered polarized fan reactions across social platforms.
  • Critical reception has weakened, with a Rotten Tomatoes critics score around 56% and a reported audience score near 19% amid review‑bombing claims.
  • Production on Season 5 is complete and Netflix has designated it as the show’s final season.