# The Witcher (2019–present) — Celluloid TV fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/shows/the-witcher/
Last reviewed: 2026-07-28

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 79% |
| Critic Score | 83% |
| Audience Score | 81% |
| Metascore | 75/100 |
| IMDb | 7.9/10 |
| Fan Score | 79% |
| Creator | Lauren Schmidt Hissrich |
| Platform | Netflix |
| Genres | Drama, Action & Adventure |
| Seasons | 4 (32 episodes) |
| Language | English |
| Country | United States |

## Quick answer

The Witcher (2019–present) is a Drama, Action & Adventure series created by Lauren Schmidt Hissrich, streaming on Netflix. It holds a 79% Celluloid Score — Recommended — averaged from critic reviews (83%), audience ratings (81%), Metascore (75/100), IMDb (7.9/10), and fan ratings (79%) across 4 seasons.

## Critics consensus

Lavish monster-hunting fantasy that made Henry Cavill’s Geralt a global Netflix tentpole — uneven seasons, unforgettable sword-and-sorcery scale.

## Synopsis

Geralt of Rivia, a mutated monster-hunter for hire, journeys toward his destiny in a turbulent world where people often prove more wicked than beasts.

## Cast

Liam Hemsworth, Anya Chalotra, Freya Allan, Joey Batey, Eamon Farren, Mimî M. Khayisa, Anna Shaffer, Mahesh Jadu, Zhang Meng'er, Danny Woodburn

## Critic reviews on Celluloid: 1

## Most searched questions

**Is The Witcher worth watching?**
Yes — The Witcher earns a 79% Celluloid Score (Recommended), averaged from critic 83%, audience 81%, Metascore 75/100, IMDb 7.9/10, and fan 79%. Lavish monster-hunting fantasy that made Henry Cavill’s Geralt a global Netflix tentpole — uneven seasons, unforgettable sword-and-sorcery scale.

**Is The Witcher on Prime Video?**
No — The Witcher is not on Prime Video. It streams on Netflix, and on Celluloid it is catalogued under Netflix. Streaming rights rotate by country, so confirm in your region before subscribing.

**Do I need to read the Witcher books before the Netflix show?**
No. The Witcher on Netflix is designed as an entry point. Book readers will notice timeline and adaptation changes; newcomers can start at season 1.

**Is The Witcher on Netflix?**
Yes — The Witcher is available on Netflix in many regions (catalogued under Netflix on Celluloid). Rights differ by country; confirm in the Netflix app or the where-to-watch notes.

**What year did The Witcher come out?**
The Witcher first aired in 2019 and ran through 2025 (2019–present). Created by Lauren Schmidt Hissrich; it streams on Netflix today.

**How many seasons of The Witcher are there?**
The Witcher has 4 seasons across 32 episodes (2019–present). Status: ongoing / still airing.

**Where can I watch The Witcher?**
The Witcher streams on Netflix in supported regions. On Celluloid it is catalogued under Netflix. Rights rotate — confirm in your country on the platform app.

**How long does it take to watch The Witcher?**
At roughly 40–50 minutes per episode, The Witcher’s 32 episodes take roughly 24 hours of runtime (plus credits). Binge pace depends on season breaks.

**Who is in the cast of The Witcher?**
The Witcher stars Liam Hemsworth, Anya Chalotra, Freya Allan, Joey Batey, Eamon Farren, and others. Created by Lauren Schmidt Hissrich.

**How many episodes are in The Witcher?**
The Witcher has 32 episodes across 4 seasons (2019–present).

**What is The Witcher about?**
Geralt of Rivia, a mutated monster-hunter for hire, journeys toward his destiny in a turbulent world where people often prove more wicked than beasts.

**Who created The Witcher?**
The Witcher was created by Lauren Schmidt Hissrich. It is a drama, action & adventure series from United States, primarily in English.

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