What to know

  • Liam Hemsworth replaces Henry Cavill as Geralt of Rivia.
  • The Witcher Season 4 premieres on Netflix on October 30, 2025.
  • The season has eight episodes and is the penultimate season; Season 5 will be the final one.
  • New cast includes Laurence Fishburne as Regis; returning cast includes Freya Allan (Ciri), Anya Chalotra (Yennefer), Joey Batey (Jaskier).

The Witcher’s world of monsters and destiny unfolds anew in Season 4, premiering October 30, 2025, on Netflix. Liam Hemsworth’s debut as Geralt, battling a wraith in a teaser, signals intense action ahead.

A teaser, released during a September 13, 2025, boxing event, reveals Hemsworth in Geralt’s black leather, white wig, and medallion, crushing a glowing mass to defeat a ghostly foe. This marks his takeover from Henry Cavill, who exited after Season 3. Hemsworth’s physical training mirrors Cavill’s rugged build, maintaining continuity. Leaked set photos from May 2024 showed his stunt double, but recent images confirm the game-inspired look, with an unbuttoned jacket resembling The Witcher 3’s Wolven armor. Hemsworth, a self-proclaimed fan, expressed enthusiasm for the role. This transition reshapes the character’s established presence since 2019.

Confirmed release date and episode details

October 30, 2025, marks the global Netflix premiere of all eight episodes, each approximately 50 minutes. Showrunner Lauren Schmidt Hissrich describes it as the start of a two-season arc toward family reunion.

Streaming requires a Netflix subscription, starting at $6.99/month in the US, with local pricing varying. Seasons 1-3 remain available for context, accessible globally where Netflix operates, without noted restrictions beyond standard platform access.

Returning Cast and New Additions

Core characters return alongside fresh faces enriching the Continent. Freya Allan reprises Princess Ciri, Anya Chalotra plays Yennefer, and Joey Batey returns as Jaskier. Mahesh Jadu as Vilgefortz, Eamon Farren as Cahir, Anna Shaffer as Triss Merigold, and Mimî M Khayisa as Fringilla also feature. Laurence Fishburne joins as Regis, the wise vampire from the books, seen in photos with Geralt. Newcomers include Sharlto Copley as assassin Leo Bonhart, James Purefoy as Skellen, and Danny Woodburn as dwarf Zoltan, with Jeremy Crawford as Yarpen and Linden Porco as Percival. This ensemble blends novel-inspired allies and foes.

Plot and Source Material

War divides Geralt, Yennefer, and Ciri, who forge alliances to reunite amid beasts and betrayals. Season 4 draws from Baptism of Fire and parts of The Tower of the Swallow, setting up Lady of the Lake for Season 5. The teaser’s wraith hints at new monsters, while the story explores destiny and family. Hissrich calls it the “penultimate” chapter, resolving Season 3’s cliffhangers and escalating toward the saga’s end. Expect book-accurate lore with TV-friendly tweaks.

The teaser showcases Hemsworth’s Geralt in combat, Fishburne’s Regis, and dwarfs Zoltan and Yarpen. The clip features Geralt facing a spectral wraith in a misty forest, wielding his silver sword and magic—a nod to book-style hunts. Enhanced VFX for the creature addresses past critiques. Netflix’s strategic reveal during a sports event maximizes buzz, signaling confidence in Hemsworth’s casting.

What lies ahead

Season 4 marks the penultimate chapter of Netflix’s The Witcher, as filming for seasons 4 and 5 is ongoing to complete the adaptation. Fans can expect bold story turns, dramatic character development, and a resolution of central conflicts—all beginning with Liam Hemsworth’s debut in late October.