The Witcher Season 4 Review: Netflix’s “The Witcher Season 4” has premiered, and this chapter fails to hit the heart. Season 4 of The Witcher, which aired on October 30, 2025, marks a new chapter for the franchise. But unfortunately, it was never able to capture the magic that once defined the series. Following the much-discussed departure of Henry Cavill, Liam Hemsworth assumes the role of Geralt of Rivia. Hemsworth’s casting promised a fresh take, but his performance could have been better, as it missed the gravitas and intensity that Cavill brought to the role. It leaves fans divided and nostalgic for the original White Wolf.
Henry Cavill’s portrayal was universally praised, as he embodied Geralt’s stoicism and quiet charisma. Hemsworth, on the other hand, was good at delivering a more conventional fantasy hero performance. His commendable physicality wasn’t enough, as the show’s tone and depth simply don’t match Cavill’s legendary interpretation.
- Premiere On: Netflix
- Premiere Date: 30th October, 2025
- Rating: 2/5
Read Also: Amsterdam Empire Series Review (2025): Famke Janssen’s Netflix Comeback Misses the Mark
Netflix’s The Witcher Season 4 Storyline
Season 4 of The Witcher picked up after the chaos of the Thanedd Coup, and it continues the stories of Geralt, Yennefer (Anya Chalotra), and Ciri (Freya Allan). They all are now scattered across a war-torn continent. Geralt is now embarking on another quest to rescue Ciri. The idea is to form a fellowship of misfits along the way, while Ciri embraces her darker side as “Falka.” Meanwhile, Yennefer is working to unite the remaining sorceresses against the manipulative mage Vilgefortz (Mahesh Jadu).
The good part is, unlike the fragmented two-part release of The Witcher Season 3, Netflix has dropped the entire season at once. It is a welcome move that improves pacing. The story is framed nicely thanks to the voices of storytellers Stribog and Nimue. The Witcher Season 4 gives a mythical tone inspired by Andrzej Sapkowski’s novels. However, the storytelling feels overburdened by too many characters and inconsistent pacing.
Read Also: The Asset Season 1 Episode 6 Recap, Review & Ending Explained
The Witcher Season 4 Review: Cast Performances
The Witcher Season 4 has new faces like:
- Regis (Laurence Fishburne)
- Leo Bonhart (Sharlto Copley)
Together they add intrigue, with Copley shining as a ruthless and entertaining antagonist. Unfortunately, the Rats’ storyline is very poor, and it drags down momentum with underwhelming subplots.
Freya Allan continues to impress as Ciri as she navigates her transformation with emotional complexity. Anya Chalotra also brings intensity to Yennefer’s arc. Her storyline diverges significantly from Sapkowski’s books. The biggest disappointment is the lack of chemistry between Hemsworth, Allan, and Chalotra.
Visuals-Music and Production
Visually, The Witcher Season 4 delivers very poor results. The Battle for the Bridge on the Yaruga stands out as a high point. However, other large-scale sequences like the Battle of Montecalvo are very poor due to weak CGI and uninspired set design. The show’s signature music feels diminished, but thanks to Jaskier’s (Joey Batey) new Aladdin-style musical interlude, it is missing the magic of Toss a Coin to Your Witcher.
The production retains moments of epic grandeur. But the show is loaded with tonal inconsistency and diluted world-building that makes it hard for fans who want to stay immersed in the once-rich Continent.
Final Verdict
All in all, The Witcher Season 4 could be historic, but it fails to recapture the spark that made the earlier seasons so beloved. Liam Hemsworth’s Geralt was ok, but he never fully convinces, and the show’s sprawling narrative often feels unfocused as it is filled with a lot of inconsistency.
The Witcher Season 4 shows the glimmers of potential thanks to standout performances from Freya Allan and Laurence Fishburne. But the soul of The Witcher seems to have dimmed in season 4.
Note
I hope this article is very useful for you. If you like this article, please share it with your friends and family, and also let us know your queries in the comments.
Read Also: Tracker Season 3 Episode 1 and 2 Review – The Shaw Brothers Take on “The Process”
