The Witcher Season 3 Finale Unveiled: Henry Cavill's Departure and Liam Hemsworth's Next Move

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Geralt, Yennefer, and Ciri briefly reunite but are compelled to separate because of the Thanedd Coup and Vilgefortz's betrayal.

The season concludes with Geralt assembling a fresh team and embarking on a quest to locate Ciri and exact revenge on Vilgefortz, leaving fans anticipating the show's approach to introducing a new actor.

The Witcher season 3 has recently concluded, marking the end of Henry Cavill's portrayal of Geralt of Rivia. Alongside a prequel animated movie and miniseries, the main series returned for its third season. This season was a significant event, not only due to the storyline but also because it was Cavill's final season as Geralt of Rivia.

In season 3 of The Witcher, Geralt, Yennefer of Vengerberg, and Ciri finally united as a family, while under the constant threat of capture as many factions desired Ciri. However, events such as the Thanedd Coup and Vilgefortz's treachery forced the trio to separate once again, setting the stage for new adventures in season 4. Liam Hemsworth will take on the role of Geralt of Rivia in the confirmed fourth season, raising questions about how the series will transition from Cavill to Hemsworth, particularly considering the conclusion of Geralt's storyline.

What Happens To Henry Cavill's Geralt In The Witcher Season 3 Finale

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The first half of The Witcher season 3 concluded with an intense cliffhanger as the Thanedd Coup commenced, leading to Dijkstra's persistent attempts to sway Geralt towards Redania's side. In the second half of the season, Geralt remains steadfast in his neutral stance, refusing to participate in Dijkstra and Philippa's schemes. However, he does venture after Vilgefortz to rescue Ciri but is unexpectedly defeated by the mage's superior strength and power. In a severely injured state, Geralt is swiftly transported to the protective confines of the Brokilon forest, where the dryads provide him with care.

Soon after the fallout of the Thanedd Coup, Jaskier arrives at Brokilon to support Geralt, with Yennefer briefly accompanying him a few days later to share the distressing news of Ciri's disappearance and Tissaia's demise. Utilizing her magic, Yennefer aids in healing Geralt as he continues to recuperate. Eventually, Geralt is well enough to depart Brokilon alongside Jaskier, dedicating his quest for Ciri to seeking vengeance against Vilgefortz and the White Flame. While en route to Nilfgaard upon learning of Ciri's capture, Geralt and Jaskier encounter Nilfgaardian guards obstructing their path, requiring proper identification or any relevant documents to proceed.

Once on the opposite side, Geralt overheard how the guards were denying passage to a family, and fed up with the injustice, he ruthlessly assaulted the guard and confronted the others. Fortunately for him, Milva (Meng'er Zhang), a skilled archer and hunter whom he had encountered in Brokilon, followed him and Jaskier, arriving just in time to aid in overcoming the Nilfgaardian guards. Jaskier, Milva, and Geralt proceeded on their journey to Nilfgaard, and Cavill’s final scene as Geralt of Rivia in Netflix’s The Witcher shows him departing with his newly formed team.

The Witcher Season 3 Does Not Explain Or Set Up Henry Cavill's Geralt Recasting

The Witcher season 3 Part 2 was expected to address Cavill’s departure as Geralt and offer some explanation or groundwork for his recasting. Unfortunately, the series fell short in this aspect. While season 3 of The Witcher provided viewers with a complex portrayal of Geralt, revealing new dimensions of his character, it failed to lay the foundation for his replacement. Given the vast possibilities within the realm of fantasy, the show could have utilized magic or the aftermath of Geralt’s intense battle against Vilgefortz to justify his transformed appearance in season 4. However, The Witcher chose a different path, granting Cavill one final epic showdown before bidding him farewell.

Surely, the recasting of Cavill’s Geralt can be explained in the first episode of The Witcher season 4, but there's also the possibility of it not being addressed at all. The writers of Netflix’s The Witcher could choose to disregard the physical changes of Geralt of Rivia and simply continue with his story, but that would likely result in unnecessary backlash.

What's Next For Geralt & How Will It Explain Liam Hemsworth's Casting?

Following the dramatic events of The Witcher season 3, Geralt's tale is far from its conclusion as he embarks on captivating journeys. Accompanied by Jaskier, Milva, and unexpected companions like Cahir (yes, that Cahir), a vampire, and a reformed criminal, Geralt relentlessly pursues Ciri and Vilgefortz. Amidst this arduous mission, he valiantly saves Queen Meve and officially earns his revered title "Rivia." Along the way, Geralt engages in a fleeting romance with none other than Fringilla. His quest ultimately leads him to Vilgefortz and the long-lost Ciri, revealing the shocking revelation that the supposedly deceased White Flame is Ciri's true father. If Liam Hemsworth continues to portray Geralt throughout The Witcher season 4 and beyond, he will embark on a multitude of thrilling adventures.

The way in which Liam Hemsworth's casting will be explained in Netflix's The Witcher offers various possibilities within the magic-infused universe. Perhaps Geralt used magic to alter his appearance for protection, underwent additional mutations that inadvertently changed his face, or originates from a different dimension in the Witcher multiverse. However, what is certain is that season 3 of The Witcher has presented a significant obstacle for season 4 by not establishing Geralt's recasting. It remains to be seen how the writers will tackle this transition.