Noah Romsdal Hallundbæk Sørensen
The Witcher’s beloved voice actor is backing Liam Hemsworth’s casting, calling the switch a bold move.
The new chapter in The Witcher has stirred fresh debate among longtime fans, with a familiar voice from the franchise weighing in.
As the show enters its post–Henry Cavill era, one of the saga’s most recognized contributors says the transition has landed better than many expected.
Speaking to GamesRadar+ during the Golden Joystick Awards, veteran voice actor Doug Cockle shared his first impressions of the series’ newest lead.
Changing the guard
Cockle, who has portrayed Geralt of Rivia in CD Projekt Red’s games since the first 2007 release, recalled Cavill’s earlier performance fondly.
According to GamesRadar+, he told the outlet: “I loved Henry. He was a fantastic Witcher, Geralt, specifically, so I was sad to see him go.”
After watching the latest season, however, Cockle said Liam Hemsworth’s approach had won him over. “I think Liam holds up pretty well,” he said, noting that Hemsworth had developed “his own character,” which Cockle felt was the right creative move.
He added that he now looks forward to season five and “seeing where it goes,” according to the GamesRadar+ interview.
Fresh direction
Cavill led Netflix’s live-action adaptation for three seasons before handing the role to Hemsworth for season four.
As reported by GamesRadar+, reactions to the new casting and the season overall have ranged widely, even as some reviewers — including GamesRadar+ itself — have praised the latest run.
Cockle continues to be closely connected to the wider franchise. Beyond his six game appearances as Geralt, he recently voiced the character in the animated film The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep.
While Netflix plans to conclude the live-action show with season five in late 2026, further animated projects remain likely.
What’s next
Season four of The Witcher is currently available on Netflix, with audiences still adjusting to the series’ shift in tone and cast dynamics.
As anticipation builds for the final season, industry watchers expect the franchise to continue expanding through additional spin-offs and animated titles.
For those browsing new releases, Netflix’s November 2025 lineup offers a broader slate of upcoming shows and films.
Sources: GameRadar+, Youtube/GINX TV, Netflix, Instagram/henrycavill
