Netflix’s wildly profitable adaptation of The Witcher will return for a fourth season, however with out Henry Cavill as iconic protagonist Geralt of Rivia. The function will as an alternative be assumed by Australian actor Liam Hemsworth, who’s in all probability finest identified for his performances in The Hunger Games movies, the place he starred as Gale Hawthorne alongside Jennifer Lawrence’s Katniss Everdeen.

“My journey as Geralt of Rivia has been filled with both monsters and adventures, and alas, I will be laying down my medallion and my swords for Season 4,” mentioned Cavill in an announcement. “In my stead, the fantastic Mr. Liam Hemsworth will be taking up the mantle of the White Wolf. As with the greatest of literary characters, I pass the torch with reverence for the time spent embodying Geralt and enthusiasm to see Liam’s take on this most fascinating and nuanced of men. Liam, good sir, this character has such a wonderful depth to him, enjoy diving in and seeing what you can find.”

Hemsworth added: “As a Witcher fan I’m over the moon about the opportunity to play Geralt of Rivia. Henry Cavill has been an incredible Geralt, and I’m honoured that he’s handing me the reins and allowing me to take up the White Wolf’s blades for the next chapter of his adventure. Henry, I’ve been a fan of yours for years and was inspired by what you brought to this beloved character. I may have some big boots to fill, but I’m truly excited to be stepping into The Witcher world.”

It’s price noting that Season 3 is not going to air till 2023, so there’s nonetheless loads of Cavill’s tackle the character to take pleasure in for now. In different information, a spin-off episode named The Witcher: Blood Origin will air on twenty fifth December, which can function a sort of prequel to the primary plot, depicting the story of the primary ever Witcher.