Geralt of Rivia, a solitary monster hunter, struggles to find his place in a world where people often prove more wicked than beasts.Geralt of Rivia, a solitary monster hunter, struggles to find his place in a world where people often prove more wicked than beasts.Geralt of Rivia, a solitary monster hunter, struggles to find his place in a world where people often prove more wicked than beasts.
- Nominated for 4 Primetime Emmys
- 9 wins & 37 nominations total
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Summary
Reviewers say 'The Witcher' series is lauded for Henry Cavill's performance as Geralt, captivating fantasy world, and impressive action sequences. The show's visual effects and character chemistry receive high praise. However, it is criticized for its intricate and occasionally confusing narrative, pacing problems, and deviations from the original material. Some express dissatisfaction with casting decisions and character development. Replacing Henry Cavill has sparked significant backlash, with many fearing it will diminish the show's quality and viewer interest.
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he Witcher Lost Its Soul Without Henry Cavill
I'm not even bothering to watch this new season. Henry Cavill was The Witcher, and without him, it just doesn't make sense to continue. The story, the magic, and the charm all walked away with him. Netflix should have known better - the show feels hollow without its true lead.
I am honestly frustrated and angry that Henry Cavill left The Witcher. He was the show - the face, the charm, the essence of Geralt himself. Without him, how does it even make sense to continue watching? The story, the magic, and the world feel hollow without the Witcher at its center. Is there any point in watching this if the Witcher himself isn't in it? Netflix should have known better; they've taken away what made the show captivating in the first place. I feel like the soul of the series walked away with Cavill.
I am honestly frustrated and angry that Henry Cavill left The Witcher. He was the show - the face, the charm, the essence of Geralt himself. Without him, how does it even make sense to continue watching? The story, the magic, and the world feel hollow without the Witcher at its center. Is there any point in watching this if the Witcher himself isn't in it? Netflix should have known better; they've taken away what made the show captivating in the first place. I feel like the soul of the series walked away with Cavill.
What a waste of a good series.
They did in three seasons what it took Game of Thrones eight seasons to do. Ruined it by incorporating mindless writing entwined with personal ideology with a huge dose of not knowing/caring what the audience want. Sad to see another series blown away because of egos and politics. The first season was a ten. The second was a seven. With giving the last season to have zero stars. This could have rivaled Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead, and Friends. It is obvious Netflix is more into creating a payday series then riding the royalties of decline all the way to the bank like companies have with so many other creations in the Hollywood handbook. They seem to go with the old saying "Fix it until it's broke"!
Gold does NOT rust!
Strangely enough, this goof describes the downfall of the series perfectly.
Season 1: 10 Stars, simply amazing, beyond expectations.
Season 2: 8 Stars. Very good with many lovely story telling.
Season 3: ... What the hell was that?
In one of the latest episodes of season 3, Yennefer says "Look at all these Gold, left here to rust".
Yennefer is a powerful sorcerer, that has lived for centuries and has extensive knowledge in alchemy. She would most definitely know that Gold does not rust. That's what makes it so special.
And that summarize the quality of the 3rd season and how once an amazing show with beautiful story, wide characters and extended knowledge has now become a total waste of time.
Season 1: 10 Stars, simply amazing, beyond expectations.
Season 2: 8 Stars. Very good with many lovely story telling.
Season 3: ... What the hell was that?
In one of the latest episodes of season 3, Yennefer says "Look at all these Gold, left here to rust".
Yennefer is a powerful sorcerer, that has lived for centuries and has extensive knowledge in alchemy. She would most definitely know that Gold does not rust. That's what makes it so special.
And that summarize the quality of the 3rd season and how once an amazing show with beautiful story, wide characters and extended knowledge has now become a total waste of time.
Season 3 made me change my rating from 8 to a 5
Season one I found actually pretty good (only read a small part of the books) - season two showed me glimpses of good stuff but my God, what kind of monster have they created with season 3?
I'm hoping the producers and executives will finally come to their senses and stop pushing a series in a direction everyone knows people will hate. It's like they listed to the fans, take that point of feedback and go the exact opposite direction and then are amazed ratings and views are down.
Truly mind boggling how think so highly off themselves that they let the main actor walk away before listening to feedback.
I'm hoping the producers and executives will finally come to their senses and stop pushing a series in a direction everyone knows people will hate. It's like they listed to the fans, take that point of feedback and go the exact opposite direction and then are amazed ratings and views are down.
Truly mind boggling how think so highly off themselves that they let the main actor walk away before listening to feedback.
I see why HC quit
Don't usually write reviews but this 3rd season was so bad. Boring, weak soap opera, forcing narrative, been there done that garbage. The future is not bright for this show. The only bright spot was the monsters and they were few and far between.
It started as if it was going to be a great season, maybe one of the best scenes in the series but went stale instantly. Wayyyy to talky, very little action. The story was all over the place and the recaps were the only value. You can probably watch the recaps and be done with it. I'm not sure how episode 7 made it to the screen. And out of nowhere the narrative hits the bard... cmon when will this nonsense end.
Watch and you'll probably feel like you've seen everything in this season before in multiple shows and movies. Very dissatisfying and disappointing.
It started as if it was going to be a great season, maybe one of the best scenes in the series but went stale instantly. Wayyyy to talky, very little action. The story was all over the place and the recaps were the only value. You can probably watch the recaps and be done with it. I'm not sure how episode 7 made it to the screen. And out of nowhere the narrative hits the bard... cmon when will this nonsense end.
Watch and you'll probably feel like you've seen everything in this season before in multiple shows and movies. Very dissatisfying and disappointing.
Stars of "The Witcher" in Real Life
Stars of "The Witcher" in Real Life
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Did you know
- TriviaHenry Cavill's training for the role consisted of extensive sword-training (besides the rigorous bodybuilding required to prepare his physique for the camera). He said, "I spent all of my free time, and when I wasn't on set, with a sword in my hand. It was getting used to the weight of the sword, using it day in and day out. I had three swords where I lived, and four at work. And it was just non-stop practice, practice, practice."
- GoofsAt various instances, the incorrect sword type is used by Geralt. Geralt carries two swords: the dark-hilted sword with Renfri's broach on the crossguard is made of steel while the white-hilted sword is coated in silver. It is established that only silver works against monsters, especially for ensuring a killing blow. This straight-forward rule is not followed in various episodes of the series despite being mentioned in the first episode (and in latter episodes as well).
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- Thợ Săn Quái Vật
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- Ogrodzieniec, Slaskie, Poland(castle)
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- 1h(60 min)
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- 2.00 : 1
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