Here’s how to watch Liam Hemsworth take over in ‘The Witcher’ Season 4
Here’s how to watch Liam Hemsworth take over in ‘The Witcher’ Season 4
The hit fantasy series returns Thursday, Oct. 30 as Netflix unveils its new Geralt of Rivia.
One of the biggest fantasy shows on streaming is finally back. “The Witcher” Season 4 premieres Thursday, Oct. 30 only on Netflix, and this time there’s a new face behind the white hair and gold eyes. Liam Hemsworth officially steps into the role of Geralt of Rivia, taking over from Henry Cavill for the penultimate season of the hit fantasy series. The story picks up after the explosive events of Season 3, with Geralt, Yennefer, and Ciri separated across a war-torn Continent. Each of them is forced onto their own path, facing new dangers, new allies, and new enemies. Here’s how to watch Season 4 of “The Witcher.”
How to watch ‘The Witcher’ Season 4
- When: Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, 3 a.m. ET
- TV: Netflix
- Stream: Watch with a subscription to Netflix
- From anywhere: Watch with a subscription to a VPN.
Everything you need to know about ‘The Witcher’ Season 4
When will episodes of ‘The Witcher’ Season 4 come on Netflix?
“The Witcher” Season 4 premieres Thursday, Oct. 30 on Netflix. Like most Netflix originals, all eight episodes will drop at once, so you can binge the entire season immediately. This season continues the saga of Geralt, Yennefer, and Ciri as they fight to survive and reunite in a world torn apart by war and betrayal.
Why do we recommend Netflix for watching ‘The Witcher’ Season 4?
Because it’s the only place you can watch it. “The Witcher” is a Netflix exclusive, and all four seasons are available to stream there. Plans start at $8 per month with ads, or you can go ad-free with the Standard Plan for $18 per month or the Premium Plan for $25 per month, which includes 4K streaming and more screens. There’s no free trial, but Netflix lets you cancel anytime.
Can you watch episodes of ‘The Witcher’ Season 4 for free?
Not anymore. Netflix no longer offers free trials, so the only way to watch “The Witcher” Season 4 is with a paid subscription. The good news is that Netflix gives you full flexibility to cancel anytime. Since all episodes drop on Thursday, Oct. 30, you could easily grab one month, binge the entire season, and cancel once you’re done.
How can you catch up with ‘The Witcher’ before Season 4 drops?
If you’re new to the series, now’s the perfect time to start. Seasons 1 through 3 of “The Witcher” are all streaming on Netflix. The show follows Geralt, a monster hunter with supernatural abilities, as he navigates politics, war, and magic across the Continent. Alongside the sorceress Yennefer and princess Ciri, he faces both human and inhuman threats in a dark, beautifully crafted fantasy world.
You can also check out the prequel miniseries “The Witcher: Blood Origin” to learn more about the world’s ancient past and how witchers were first created.
Netflix
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Watch the trailer for ‘The Witcher’ Season 4
What will ‘The Witcher’ Season 4 be about?
“The Witcher” Season 4 picks up after the Continent-shattering events of Season 3. Geralt of Rivia (now played by Liam Hemsworth) is separated from Yennefer (Anya Chalotra) and Ciri (Freya Allan) as war spreads across the land. Each is forced down a different path filled with danger and unexpected allies. Geralt must rebuild after loss, Yennefer takes charge of Aretuza, and Ciri struggles to control her growing powers while traveling with a new band of outlaws known as the Rats.
The season introduces new faces, including Laurence Fishburne as Regis, a world-wise barber-surgeon with a mysterious past, and Sharlto Copley as the ruthless bounty hunter Leo Bonhart. Henry Cavill’s departure sets the stage for a fresh chapter, with Hemsworth bringing his own take on the iconic monster slayer. Season 4 adapts events from Andrzej Sapkowski’s novel “Baptism of Fire,” setting up the storylines that will carry into the confirmed fifth and final season.
Other fantasy shows to stream on Netflix
If you love sprawling fantasy worlds like “The Witcher,” there’s plenty more to explore on Netflix. Try “Shadow and Bone” for a mix of magic, adventure, and political intrigue. For something darker, “The Sandman” blends mythology and mystery into a haunting story about dreams and destiny. And if you want more sword fights, monsters, and unforgettable characters, “Cursed” is another underappreciated gem worth watching.
After you watch the first episode of ‘The Witcher’ Season 4, let us know what you think in the comments below.
The Witcher
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.