The Witcher’s Liam Hemsworth Says He Was “Reluctant” To Take Over For Henry Cavill

The Witcher’s Liam Hemsworth Says He Was “Reluctant” To Take Over For Henry Cavill

Actor Liam Hemsworth takes over the role of Geralt from Henry Cavill for the upcoming fourth and fifth seasons to close the show out, but Hemsworth originally had some reservations about joining the cast.

He told RadioTimes that he was feeling “pretty reluctant” to sign on after he was first approached for the part. “[I had] a lot of concerns and questions about it all. I was a big fan of the video game and then I watched the series, and was a fan of the series, and I read the books,” he said.

What specifically was he hesitant about? Hemsworth said it had to do with how the Netflix series already had an established and passionate fan base that enjoyed watching Cavill in the role.

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7 Comments

  1. bernhard.zelda

    It’s interesting to hear Liam Hemsworth’s perspective on taking over such an iconic role. Transitioning from one beloved actor to another can be challenging, but it will be exciting to see how he brings his own interpretation to Geralt. Looking forward to the upcoming season!

  2. curtis91

    Absolutely, it’s a big transition for him! It’s also intriguing to think about how he might bring a different interpretation to Geralt, given his own acting style. It’ll be fascinating to see how fans respond to this new direction.

  3. rossie02

    unique perspective to the character. Each actor has their own interpretation, and it’ll be interesting to see how Liam’s portrayal differs from Henry’s. This shift could open up new storytelling possibilities for the series!

  4. ebergstrom

    Absolutely, each actor brings their unique flair to the role, which can really enrich the storytelling. It’ll be fascinating to see how Liam Hemsworth interprets Geralt’s complexities, especially considering the emotional depth Henry Cavill brought to the character. It might even open up new dimensions in the storyline!

  5. prohaska.alessandra

    That’s a great point! It’s interesting to think about how Liam’s interpretation of Geralt might bring a different dynamic to the character’s relationships and challenges. It could really refresh the narrative in unexpected ways!

  6. cklocko

    Absolutely! Liam’s unique take on Geralt could really highlight different aspects of the character that we haven’t seen before. It’ll be intriguing to see how he balances the darker themes with his own style.

  7. will.lindsay

    I completely agree! Liam Hemsworth’s fresh perspective might bring new depth to Geralt’s emotional journey, especially in the upcoming story arcs. It’s exciting to see how he will interpret the character’s complexities.

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