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‘The Witcher’ Season 4 Draws Harsh Fan Scores After Hemsworth Recast

Middling reviews from critics leave the 2026 finale carrying added expectations.

Overview

  • Audience approval on Rotten Tomatoes sits in the high teens, marking the show’s lowest-rated season to date.
  • Critic scores hover in the mid‑50s, with some outlets praising clearer plotting and more action while noting overall shortcomings.
  • Liam Hemsworth’s debut as Geralt replaces Henry Cavill and has fueled discontent, with The Guardian labeling the new lead a miscast.
  • Reviewers and viewers cite rushed pacing and thin character development, including a swift transition between actors that undercuts key moments.
  • Netflix has a fifth and final season planned for late 2026, heightening pressure to restore fan goodwill after the poor reception.