'Thor's Younger Brother' was once the nemesis of Henry Cavill in the race for the lead role in The Witcher

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During the San Diego Comic-Con 2019 event, before the first season of The Witcher officially aired, producer Lauren Hissrich revealed that 207 other actors auditioned for the role of Geralt. However, in the end, she decided to give Henry the opportunity solely impressed by the actor's voice. Lauren emphasized that she immediately 'closed the deal' after witnessing Henry's audition in New York.

According to the latest information from Redanian Intelligence, Liam Hemsworth was one of the 207 actors who hoped to become the television version of Geralt. It's unclear to what extent Liam was involved in the audition process, but he left a lasting impression on Lauren Hissrich and other producers of The Witcher.

This is why, after Henry Cavill decided to part ways with the project, Netflix did not organize a new casting for the role of Geralt. Instead, they contacted Liam Hemsworth to negotiate this deal while the third season of the series was still in production.

Currently, The Witcher Season 3 is in post-production to be ready for airing in mid-2023. Meanwhile, Netflix has given the green light for both Season 4 and Season 5, with the two seasons being filmed simultaneously and expected to premiere at the end of 2024. According to the latest information from Redanian Intelligence, Liam Hemsworth was one of the 207 actors who hoped to become the television version of Geralt. It's unclear to what extent Liam was involved in the audition process, but he left a lasting impression on Lauren Hissrich and other producers of The Witcher.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Henry Cavill land the role of Geralt in The Witcher?

Henry Cavill secured the role of Geralt in The Witcher after impressing producer Lauren Hissrich with his audition, particularly due to his distinctive voice that captivated her.

What role did Liam Hemsworth play in the casting for Geralt?

Liam Hemsworth was one of the 207 actors who auditioned for the role of Geralt. After Henry Cavill's exit, Netflix chose Liam directly for the role without a new casting.

What is the release timeline for The Witcher Seasons 4 and 5?

Both Seasons 4 and 5 of The Witcher are set to premiere at the end of 2024, as they are being filmed simultaneously to meet the release schedule.

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