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The Witcher season 4 is finally almost here, and we couldn't be more excited! It’s been a long, agonizing wait. Season 3 wrapped up in July 2023, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats and desperate to know what would happen next for Geralt, Ciri, and Yennefer.
Over two years have passed since the last installment, and in that time, fans have speculated endlessly about new threats, alliances, and the twists that could await our favorite characters. With season 4 on the horizon, anticipation is at an all-time high.
That said, we don't want you to miss a single detail. From the official release date and premiere time to the full cast lineup and trailer, we’ve got everything you need to know to prepare for the next thrilling chapter in The Witcher saga.
When is The Witcher season 4 release date on Netflix?
With the first two seasons of The Witcher, each premiered at the very end of their respective release years. However, things changed for season 3. The third season arrived in the summer of 2023, catching fans by surprise and shifting the series’ usual release rhythm. For The Witcher season 4, things have somewhat gone back to normal.
The fourth season is scheduled to land on Netflix on Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025. So, it's a slightly earlier release than the typical year-end premieres of the first two seasons, and perfectly timed for fans to dive into Geralt, Ciri, and Yennefer’s latest adventures just in time for Halloween.
In addition, The Witcher season 4 is made up of eight episodes, just like previous seasons. But instead of them being split into batches like season 3, all eight episodes will be released at once on Oct. 30. It's unclear why Netflix chose to return to the all-at-once release format, but we're surely not complaining! This means viewers will get to binge the entire season in one sitting.
What time will The Witcher season 4 drop on Netflix?
Now that the release date for The Witcher season 4 is set, you’re probably itching to know exactly when it will be released on Netflix. True to Netflix tradition, the new season will be available at 12:00 a.m. PT/3:00 a.m. ET for West Coast and East Coast fans in the United States. Central time viewers can start streaming at 2:00 a.m. CT, and those in the Mountain time zone can join the fun at 1:00 a.m. MT.
With The Witcher being such a popular show, we're sure those in the United States aren't the only ones eager to watch. Fans around the world will also be counting down the hours in their time zones, ready to stream the episodes the moment they drop. Don't worry! We've provided the release times for different regions below.
- Hawaii: 9:00 p.m. HST on Wednesday, Oct. 29
- Alaska: 11:00 p.m. AKDT on Wednesday, Oct. 29
- West Coast of the US: 12:00 a.m. PT on Thursday, Oct. 30
- Mountain Time: 1:00 a.m. MT on Thursday, Oct. 30
- Midwest of the US: 2:00 a.m. CT on Thursday, Oct. 30
- East Coast of the US: 3:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, Oct. 30
- Brazil: 4:00 a.m. BRT on Thursday, Oct. 30
- England: 7:00 a.m. GMT on Thursday, Oct. 30
- France: 8:00 a.m. CET on Thursday, Oct. 30
- Germany: 8:00 a.m. CET on Thursday, Oct. 30
- Italy: 8:00 a.m. CET on Thursday, Oct. 30
- Spain: 8:00 a.m. CET on Thursday, Oct. 30
- South Africa: 9:00 a.m. SAST on Thursday, Oct. 30
- Israel: 9:00 a.m. IST on Thursday, Oct. 30
- India: 12:30 p.m. IST on Thursday, Oct. 30
- South Korea: 4:00 p.m. KST on Thursday, Oct. 30
- Japan: 4:00 p.m. JST on Thursday, Oct. 30
- Sydney, Australia: 6:00 p.m. AEDT on Thursday, Oct. 30
Who is in The Witcher season 4 cast?
Now, here's when things get tricky. The Witcher season 4 marks a major turning point for the series, as it features a significant casting change. Henry Cavill, who portrayed Geralt of Rivia for the first three seasons, has officially stepped down from the role.
Taking up the sword and medallion in his place is Liam Hemsworth, who will make his debut as the new Geralt. Alongside this major change, many familiar faces are returning, while a few new characters will join the story to shake things up even more.
Here's a full cast list for The Witcher season 4:
- Liam Hemsworth as Geralt
- Anya Chalotra as Yennefer of Vengerberg
- Freya Allan as Princess Cirilla
- Joey Batey as Jaskier
- Meng’er Zhang as Milva
- Jeremy Crawford as Yarpen Zigrin
- Danny Woodburn as Zoltan Chivay (new character)
- Mimî M. Khayisa as Fringilla Vigo
- Cassie Clare as Philippa Eilhart
- Anna Shaffer as Triss Merigold
- Therica Wilson-Read as Sabrina Glevissig
- Royce Pierreson as Istredd
- Mecia Simson as Francesca Findabair
- Christelle Elwin as Mistle
- Mahesh Jadu as Vilgefortz of Roggeveen
- Bart Edwards as Emhyr var Emreis
- James Purefoy as Stefan Skellen (new character)
- Sharlto Copley as Leo Bonhart (new character)
- Eamon Farren as Cahir
- Hugh Skinner as Prince Radovid
- Graham McTavish as Sigismund Dijkstra
- Laurence Fishburne as Regis (new character)
Why did Henry Cavill leave The Witcher?
Although the actor himself never came out to directly explain his decision to leave the fantasy series, The Witcher showrunner, Lauren Hissrich, previously told Entertainment Weekly in an interview that Cavill’s departure ultimately came down to his desire to pursue other opportunities.
She explained that he had other projects he was passionate about at the time, and they didn't want to hold him back or force him to continue something he wasn’t fully committed to. She even called it a "symbiotic decision," meaning it was a choice that worked out well for both sides.
"He had plans for other roles that he really wanted to commit himself to. And for us, you don't want to hold someone and force them to be doing something that they don't want to do. I think that's why it felt like a really symbiotic decision.”
How did The Witcher season 3 end?
The season 3 finale of The Witcher opens with Geralt, still recovering under the care of the dryads after his brutal fight with Vilgefortz. Despite his injuries, he’s eager to move on after he learns Ciri is on her way to Nilfgaard to be delivered to Emperor Emhyr.
At Aretuza, Yennefer struggles to support her devastated mentor Tissaia, who blames herself for not recognizing Vilgefortz’s betrayal and preventing the Thanedd Coup. Consumed by guilt, Tissaia takes her own life, leaving Yennefer to rally the remaining mages and unite them in a mission to stop Vilgefortz. Later, Yennefer heals Geralt with her magic and makes him promise they’ll meet again.
Determined and finally shedding his neutrality, Geralt sets out for Nilfgaard, sending a captured soldier ahead with a warning for Emhyr. Jaskier and Milva join Geralt on his travels. Meanwhile, Ciri finds herself stranded in the Korath Desert after connecting with the monolith at Tor Lara. Captured by bounty hunters seeking to deliver her to Emhyr, she crosses paths with Kayleigh, a member of a young outlaw group known as the Rats
When the Rats rescue them, Ciri is forced to make her first human kill. Traumatized and transformed, she introduces herself as Falka, taking the name of the vengeful princess who appeared to her in the desert. When it comes to the “Ciri” heading to Nilfgaard, it’s revealed that Vilgefortz has delivered a false Ciri to Emhyr. Though skeptical, Emhyr presents her to the court, raising her hand before the Nilfgaardian nobles to solidify the deception.
The Witcher season 4 trailer
Netflix dropped the official trailer for The Witcher season 4 in early October. It shows Hemsworth stepping into the role of Geralt, wielding his sword with deadly precision and facing off against both human and monstrous foes.
The trailer also teases intense battles, magical confrontations, and emotional moments with returning characters like Ciri and Yennefer, giving fans their first glimpse of the high-stakes adventures to come. We shared it right below!
What is The Witcher season 4 about?
The Witcher season 4 will see Geralt, Yennefer, and Ciri facing new dangers and navigating a war-torn Continent. As they pursue their individual paths, they will encounter unexpected allies, deadly enemies, and challenges that will test their strength, loyalty, and resolve. But the main goal is to one day be reunited.
All eight episodes of The Witcher season 4 will be released on Netflix on Oct. 30.