The Witcher 2019
“Destiny is a beast.”
What is The Witcher?
The Witcher is a fantasy drama television series created by Lauren Schmidt Hissrich for Netflix. Based on the book series by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski, the show is set on a fictional, medieval-inspired landmass known as the Continent.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2019
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 32
- First aired
- Dec 20, 2019
- Last aired
- Oct 30, 2025
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Netflix
- Genres
- Drama, Action & Adventure
- Updated
Where to watch
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 32 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
The Witcher is a fantasy drama television series created by Lauren Schmidt Hissrich for Netflix. Based on the book series by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski, the show is set on a fictional, medieval-inspired landmass known as the Continent. The narrative follows the legend of Geralt of Rivia, a mutated monster-hunter for hire who is trained from a young age to eliminate beasts. As a solitary figure, Geralt journeys toward his destiny in a turbulent world where he often finds that the people he encounters are more wicked than the monsters he is hired to track. The series features characters such as Yennefer of Vengerberg and includes performances by actors including Henry Cavill, Freya Allan, Anya Chalotra, and Eamon Farren. Production for the series has continued over several years, with the fourth season filmed in 2024 and plans established for a fifth and final season. The show explores the struggles of Geralt as he attempts to find his place within this complex and dangerous environment.
Should you watch it?
“A solitary monster hunter navigates a dangerous world where humans are often more wicked than beasts.”
- engaging world-building
- compelling monster hunter protagonist
- complex narrative
- intense themes
Watch it if you enjoy dark fantasy dramas set in medieval-inspired worlds.
The series contains mature themes and depictions of violence suitable for adult audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The End's Beginning Dec 20, 2019
- E2 Four Marks Dec 20, 2019
- E3 Betrayer Moon Dec 20, 2019
- E4 Of Banquets, Bastards and Burials Dec 20, 2019
- E5 Bottled Appetites Dec 20, 2019
- E6 Rare Species Dec 20, 2019
- E7 Before a Fall Dec 20, 2019
- E8 Much More Dec 20, 2019
Season 2 · 8 episodes
- E1 A Grain of Truth Dec 17, 2021
- E2 Kaer Morhen Dec 17, 2021
- E3 What Is Lost Dec 17, 2021
- E4 Redanian Intelligence Dec 17, 2021
- E5 Turn Your Back Dec 17, 2021
- E6 Dear Friend... Dec 17, 2021
- E7 Voleth Meir Dec 17, 2021
- E8 Family Dec 17, 2021
Season 3 · 8 episodes
- E1 Shaerrawedd Jun 29, 2023
- E2 Unbound Jun 29, 2023
- E3 Reunion Jun 29, 2023
- E4 The Invitation Jun 29, 2023
- E5 The Art of the Illusion Jun 29, 2023
- E6 Everybody Has a Plan 'til They Get Punched in the Face Jul 27, 2023
- E7 Out of the Fire, Into the Frying Pan Jul 27, 2023
- E8 The Cost of Chaos Jul 27, 2023
Season 4 · 8 episodes
- E1 What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Stronger Oct 30, 2025
- E2 Dream of a Wish Fulfilled Oct 30, 2025
- E3 Trial by Ordeal Oct 30, 2025
- E4 A Sermon of Survival Oct 30, 2025
- E5 The Joy of Cooking Oct 30, 2025
- E6 Twilight of the Wolf Oct 30, 2025
- E7 What I love I do not carry Oct 30, 2025
- E8 Baptism of Fire Oct 30, 2025
Frequently asked questions
What is the show about?
It follows a mutated monster hunter named Geralt of Rivia as he journeys through a turbulent world.
Who created the series?
The series was created by Lauren Schmidt Hissrich.
What is the source material?
The show is based on the book series by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski.
Where can I watch it?
The series is available to stream on Netflix.
When did the first season premiere?
The first season was released on December 20, 2019.