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The release of new footage from The Witcher Season 4<\/strong> has sparked strong reactions, with many fans still voicing support for Henry Cavill<\/strong> despite Liam Hemsworth<\/strong>\u2019s debut as Geralt of Rivia. The upcoming season continues the fantasy saga and highlights Geralt, Ciri, and Yennefer as they fight to survive and reunite on a war-torn Continent.<\/p>\n Some viewers expressed dissatisfaction with the recasting. One wrote, \u201cIt looks alright I suppose but it\u2019s not Geralt. Liam is a fine actor but the shoes he is trying to fill are too big. Cavill is Geralt. Liam is discount Geralt. No matter, you all butchered the lore anyway.\u201d Another posted, \u201cWe. Want. Henry.\u201d<\/p>\n Other reactions combined criticism of the casting decision with acknowledgment of Hemsworth\u2019s effort. \u201cStill very pissed about dropping Henry but it doesn\u2019t look awful,\u201d one viewer commented.<\/p>\n These comments follow Netflix\u2019s October 2022 announcement that Henry Cavill would leave the series after three seasons. At the time, Cavill stated on Instagram, \u201cMy journey as Geralt of Rivia has been filled with both monsters and adventures, and alas, I will be laying down my medallion and my swords for Season 4.\u201d<\/p>\n He continued, \u201cIn my stead, the fantastic Mr. Liam Hemsworth will be taking up the mantle of the White Wolf.\u201d Cavill added, \u201cLiam, good sir, this character has such a wonderful depth to him, enjoy diving in and seeing what you can find.\u201d<\/p>\n Hemsworth responded, \u201cHenry Cavill has been an incredible Geralt, and I\u2019m honoured that he\u2019s handing me the reins and allowing me to take up the White Wolf\u2019s blades for the next chapter of his adventure. I may have some big boots to fill, but I\u2019m truly excited to be stepping into The Witcher world.\u201d<\/p>\nThe Witcher Season 4 fans react to Liam Hemsworth\u2019s Geralt<\/h2>\n