Overview
- Netflix released Season 4 on October 30 with Liam Hemsworth replacing Henry Cavill as Geralt of Rivia.
- Aggregator sites show the franchise’s weakest scores to date, with many reviewers blaming writing and structure more than the recast.
- Several critiques highlight strong turns from returning cast, particularly Anya Chalotra, with newcomers like Laurence Fishburne drawing praise.
- Fan response is polarized on social media, with vocal backlash over the recast and counterarguments that the show's creative choices are the larger issue.
- Viewership is robust, with FlixPatrol ranking the season No. 2 globally on November 1, as Netflix confirms a back‑to‑back produced final Season 5 and the showrunner signals plans to step back afterward.