The Witcher

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Dec 20, 2019
Season #: 4, 3.5, 3, 2, 1
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7.5

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  1. MqHappy
    Dec 23, 2019
    9
    Сериал получится хорошим, есть недочеты, но это не критично, это первый сезон, нужно дать шанс этому сериалу, Игра Престолов тоже не была сразу идеальна, дайте шанс.
  2. Blade_Stormd
    Dec 23, 2019
    9
    I really enjoyed the 8 episode Witcher series, and I look forward to the 2nd season. I had some problems with some parts, but all in all, I enjoyed what this series tried to do.
  3. ebosian
    Dec 23, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is an excellent adaptation of the books. Not outstanding, but excellent. Geralt is portrayed masterfully by Cavil. His mannerisms and motives are spot on. Yennifer is as cunning as ever and her expanded character creation was a very good add. Jaskier is just like I recall from the books. Ciri seemed truly scared and afraid of Cahir while she was on the run. I am interested to see how they portray a more confident bandit Ciri in the coming seasons after her training. The acting all around were superb. Netflix has even raised the countenance on dopplers. They seem to have much more meaningful or scariness to them then in the books. The locations and settings were diverse and believable. Artuza is just as I pictured from the books. I also saw no plastic water bottles on screen:)… Expand
  4. MrSomebody31
    Dec 24, 2019
    9
    это не плохой сериал, не идеал но все равно не плохо. Да у сериала есть недостачи но также есть и плюси !
  5. Staaf
    Dec 24, 2019
    9
    Other than the sometimes confusing shifts of timeperiods, really satisfied with how this turned out. Cavill proves to be a great witcher with some amazing cast for the other aswell.
    Hoping this will get many more seasons!
    Fun to see some scenes from the books in live action, just as how you imagined them!
  6. movingpictures
    May 3, 2020
    9
    Kevin Sorbo's Hercules by way of Game of Thrones aesthetic

    It starts out as episodic tales of the wandering hero who values solitude and few words and it builds to a larger connected more epic adventure story. It grew on me. I'm not gonna lie; I didn't like the first few episodes. But I stuck with it. I got used to the humor and the comic character and just surrendered to the show    Kevin Sorbo's Hercules by way of Game of Thrones aesthetic

    It starts out as episodic tales of the wandering hero who values solitude and few words and it builds to a larger connected more epic adventure story.

    It grew on me. I'm not gonna lie; I didn't like the first few episodes. But I stuck with it. I got used to the humor and the comic character and just surrendered to the show and had fun with it.. and I'm happy I did! The last half of the season is particularly impressive. I can't wait to see what happens next :)

    One request: please stop breaking the 4th wall. That is all.    … Expand
  7. PeterWuzHere
    Dec 24, 2019
    9
    I was skeptical because of the cast they chose but it definitely was worth watching and has me hyped up for a second season.
  8. Modiculous
    Dec 24, 2019
    9
    Was a great show. Not sure where the hate is coming from. If you like Super natural and GOT , etc this is the show for you. It has action, intrigue cool lore
    And fantastic back story. Can’t wait for season 2
  9. ZacnyKnur
    Dec 26, 2019
    9
    I think for a first season it couldn't be done better, there's a room for improvement in next ones, and I'm sure its gonna be done :)
  10. Ipennell
    Dec 26, 2019
    9
    True enough to the books. Pretty good casting. As far as telivision fantasy there is not much better than this, except GOT1-4. Interesting world and there is a lot of room to grow. The dragon looks a little wierd so a 9 instead of 10.
  11. Markibjorn
    Dec 27, 2019
    9
    It is so funny how pro cinema experts are giving so much **** to the show. I read the books and I played the games and this is very enjoyable. They made a show for the fans not for you, pedantic experts with bias opinions. Toss a coin to your Witcher and let the geeks enjoy our **** please and thank you.
  12. Vallic
    Dec 27, 2019
    9
    Honestly better than Game of Thrones. This Ip is genuinely one of the most interesting ips in the last 20 years. Finally it's hitting the silver screen and it does not disappoint. Seriously, this show is a must watch, even if you aren't a huge fan of the fantasy genre.
  13. Dweledji32
    Dec 28, 2019
    9
    Series had some weakness, but still a good series has a lot of potential to be great. Starts out slow with confusing story lines but need a lot of YouTube to understand it. Or rewatch the series to truly appreciate it. Critic reviews are stupid, critics are bought out by big companies. Pay attention to fan reviews and user reviews.
  14. THISISNOTADRILL
    Dec 28, 2019
    9
    I really enjoyed it. Of course, there were some minor flaws but overall it was such a great first season. I would recommend it. The story was captivating and every time an episode ended i wanted to watch the next one as soon as I could. The cast was amazing too. Can't wait for Seasons 2.
  15. Slothonmeth
    Dec 31, 2019
    9
    The Witcher season 1 was an interesting ride if you ask me. Of course, some parts would leave you wondering. You can't understand some parts of the series. You literally can't understand most of the plot going on unless you had prior knowledge of the continent. Most would say to read the books, but maybe season 2 would clear things up, who knows?

    And for all those who are comparing it the    The Witcher season 1 was an interesting ride if you ask me. Of course, some parts would leave you wondering. You can't understand some parts of the series. You literally can't understand most of the plot going on unless you had prior knowledge of the continent. Most would say to read the books, but maybe season 2 would clear things up, who knows?

    And for all those who are comparing it the Game of Thrones, just stop. Just because you love Game of Thrones it doesn't mean that you have to hate The Witcher. I was not that dragged into Game of Thrones after watching it's first few episodes.

    Some also commented on how terrible it is when compared to the book. I never read any of the books but this series seems quite nice to me. Maybe when you compare this to the books, this might seem as absolute garbage.

    Without having played the games and without having read the books, I can honestly say that The Witcher was pretty interesting from the start.    … Expand
  16. Bearpoo
    Jan 3, 2020
    9
    The storytelling is a bit chaotic and some creature design could be better... But the feel of The Witcher is just right! Good acting, good world-building and mostly true too the books make me hopeful for the future of this series. It helps when you know the world and the characters in advance. It's a enjoyable watch for sure. The story buildup needs some work but let's hope the next seasonThe storytelling is a bit chaotic and some creature design could be better... But the feel of The Witcher is just right! Good acting, good world-building and mostly true too the books make me hopeful for the future of this series. It helps when you know the world and the characters in advance. It's a enjoyable watch for sure. The story buildup needs some work but let's hope the next season will fix and mix it up.… Expand
  17. Lahey3
    Jan 4, 2020
    9
    It's really great and interesting fantasy show. It's not GOT, it's something else that only looks simillar. Actors are absolutly GREAT.
  18. isomarcus
    Jan 10, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Yes the casting of Triss is wrong... but still.. everything else is 100% true to the witcher saga

    Cavill is a treasure, he portraits Geralt perfectly

    The music is spot on

    And in many aspects the show is truer to the books than the games

    All in all, a must see for every witcher fan    … Expand
  19. Unraed87
    Jan 21, 2020
    9
    Amazing. Henry Cavil nails it as Gerald. great character development in this first season, can't wait for the second one, where things should get more wild.
  20. Jerminator
    Dec 12, 2021
    9
    Henry cavill and the rest of the cast are amazing but the episodes keep going back and forth through time which kinda makes it hard to follow otherwise it's a great show
  21. bluewitch84
    Dec 21, 2021
    9
    Witcher 1 is awesome. I just tried to watch season 2 and was disappointed 4 eps. in. There is no edge or allure like season 1 has. They did away with the sex and nude scenes (even a bath scene with 4 girls including yennifer was shot on purpose so we could no see nudity) - lame! Come on, the formula works well in the 1st season so why change it. I recommend season 1 for a great actionWitcher 1 is awesome. I just tried to watch season 2 and was disappointed 4 eps. in. There is no edge or allure like season 1 has. They did away with the sex and nude scenes (even a bath scene with 4 girls including yennifer was shot on purpose so we could no see nudity) - lame! Come on, the formula works well in the 1st season so why change it. I recommend season 1 for a great action show with cool fights and sexy scenes with nudity.… Expand
  22. Drakonien
    Oct 13, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really enjoyed watching this first season, as it was a season which is really staying close to the books. Every episode I watched, i relatively quickly knew which chapter its source was, and that is good. I also liked the new storyline telling a bit about the background story of Yennefer. The only thing I did not like was the ending: It was my favourite chapter in the book and I don't feel like it has been done justice here.

    I don't get why the second season had to be so bad...
    I'd still highly recommend giving the first one a watch!    … Expand
  23. Dimocracy
    Jul 6, 2023
    9
    Thanks to this series, I got acquainted with the wonderful world of Andrzej Sapkowski - I started reading books and playing games. Thank you, Netflix, for such a pleasant acquaintance. The series itself is a good one. However, the only good casting is in Geralt and Dandellion.
  24. jhonka
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    It's good. Better than expected. Not great. Swordfighting/Choreography is great, the plot is okay. It has a "confused at first, explain it later" narrative style which isn't my favorite. But its very watchable and enjoyable
  25. truerock
    Nov 22, 2021
    8
    The Witcher is a series loosely based on the action/adventure/fantasy video games of the same name. The video game is based on novels of the same name written by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski. Sapkowski's work is often used for source material on various entertainment projects.

    I'll say I was almost shocked at the high quality of this video series. Lauren Schmidt Hissrich was the    The Witcher is a series loosely based on the action/adventure/fantasy video games of the same name. The video game is based on novels of the same name written by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski. Sapkowski's work is often used for source material on various entertainment projects.

    I'll say I was almost shocked at the high quality of this video series. Lauren Schmidt Hissrich was the creator and showrunner for the series - which I did not know until after I watched the first episode. She has a very respectable filmography and I assume she has a very large role in the high quality of the series.

    Obviously, not everyone is going to like an action/adventure/fantasy video series - but, if this is the type of subject material you favor, I would highly recommend that you watch this series.

    It probably needs to be pointed out that Lauren Schmidt Hissrich first noteworthy writing effort was for the liberal/leftest American TV series "The West Wing". Hissrich has a strong liberal/leftest ideology that she imparts to this series. Some viewers may not be able to accept this because they are so strongly opposed to her political and social beliefs and/or because it is not within the original spirit of Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski works. Regardless, the series itself is of high quality within the context of writing, casting, acting, directing, editing, costume, set design, etc, etc.

    I just now took a look at the Metacritic user-ratings .This show is obviously not a "10" and it is obviously not a "0" - but, somewhere betwixt. There is an obvious highly emotional reaction to how Hissrich has deviated from the source material and re-imagined the Witcher into a woke/social-justice platform. I'm ignoring that issue for the most part in my review as I prefer to ignore political/religious/social issues in regard to fictional entertainment.    … Expand
  26. Gunmars
    Jan 4, 2020
    8
    I'd give this show a solid 6 if your not a fan of the Witcher universe via Andrzej Sapkowski Books or CD Projekt Reds Video Game adaption. If you are a fan previous to watching the Netflix series I'd give it a solid 8. It is a slow burn to start but mostly lives up to expectations set forth by the books and games. Spends a bit too much time setting up the story, plot and characters, if youI'd give this show a solid 6 if your not a fan of the Witcher universe via Andrzej Sapkowski Books or CD Projekt Reds Video Game adaption. If you are a fan previous to watching the Netflix series I'd give it a solid 8. It is a slow burn to start but mostly lives up to expectations set forth by the books and games. Spends a bit too much time setting up the story, plot and characters, if you are unfamiliar it will be very overwhelming what is happening, who is who and where the current on screen story is taking place due to erratic time skips. Some casting choices are a bit on the safe side but overall Herny Cavill, Freaya Allan and Anya Chalotra are great castings for Geralt, Ciri and Yennefer. Only the casting of Triss Merigold is a bit of a head scratcher, while she doesn't play a huge part yet in the series she will judging by the Books and Game. Triss being such a big name in the Witcher universe it was weird not having her play a bigger role in the story.

    Overall I'd recommend anyone to watch until the third episode to give it a real shot, has decent fights, true to lore monsters, politics, nudity and overall good acting. Only major downfall of the first season was the slow burn, plodding story for the first few episodes and 1 or 2 uhhhh okay at best CGI moments but nothing thats a show killer. More budget and time and this could be a great show for years to come.

    Oh and don't let the "critics" reviews give you a bad impression, let those idiots go back to drooling over a meh at best Star Wars Rise of Skywalker and a terrible end to Game of Thrones that they seemed to love. I think they watched completely different things than we did.    … Expand
  27. funkymonkey
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    Hey Metacritic, do the right thing and take EW's review off your site. The critic only watched 1/4 of the show before giving it a 0. It should be taken down and not have an impact on the overall rating of the show.
  28. SSH83
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Rating this show is as difficult as choosing the lesser of two evil. Allow me to demonstrate:

    Action: - Great Human to Human fight scenes. - Amateur-looking monster CGI fights that look like they're from the 80s. Writing: - Lots of good stuff lifted from the novels, and some beautiful original lines - Lot of pure lazy writing that shatters suspension of disbelief. Oh, we can't    Rating this show is as difficult as choosing the lesser of two evil. Allow me to demonstrate:

    Action:
    - Great Human to Human fight scenes.
    - Amateur-looking monster CGI fights that look like they're from the 80s.

    Writing:
    - Lots of good stuff lifted from the novels, and some beautiful original lines
    - Lot of pure lazy writing that shatters suspension of disbelief. Oh, we can't make this work believably... just call it "Destiny"

    Creativity/Imagination:
    - Plenty of original concepts of magic and bestiality. Subverting Netflix tropes (oh you think all women characters are going to be barbie-perfect? Nope). That makes things less predictable.
    - Some crucial scenes are actually the least imaginative and cookie-cutter. Namely the first scene of Ep1 and the last scene of Ep8. It's really sad that the first and last episodes have the weakest moments when they should be the strongest.

    Acting:
    - Great moments delivered by actors for Geralt, Yennifer, Ciri, Jaskier
    - Face-palm cringe from so many supporting cast.    … Expand
  29. Lost_viking
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    Very good adaptation. If you are not a fanatical fan of the book, then you will definitely like it.
  30. LordoftheDance
    Dec 23, 2019
    8
    Main casting is spot on. We were spoiled a bit by Triss' unique and fantastic depiction in the games, it's a shame they didn't try to follow that. Pacing is relaxed, action is great. A bit disappointed by a few minor thi ngs, again, stuff done better by the games, such as Nilfgaardian armor. Also, we need more dialogue, not less. What makes Geralt a great character is that he is theMain casting is spot on. We were spoiled a bit by Triss' unique and fantastic depiction in the games, it's a shame they didn't try to follow that. Pacing is relaxed, action is great. A bit disappointed by a few minor thi ngs, again, stuff done better by the games, such as Nilfgaardian armor. Also, we need more dialogue, not less. What makes Geralt a great character is that he is the "silent, brooding type" but just can't seem to help but chat with everyone.… Expand
  31. hiperionsungod
    Jan 3, 2020
    8
    Recomendable para los seguidores de los libros como de los videojuegos del brujo Geralt De Rivia.
  32. PawelG
    Dec 23, 2019
    8
    I think it's good for people who haven't read books series, while hardcore fans can be disappointed. I went through all the books about 7 or 8 years ago but I remember main parts of the story and I think they are adapted very well. Many reviewers stress out chaotic narration, but I think it's really easy to conclude that some events take place in different points of time (the books areI think it's good for people who haven't read books series, while hardcore fans can be disappointed. I went through all the books about 7 or 8 years ago but I remember main parts of the story and I think they are adapted very well. Many reviewers stress out chaotic narration, but I think it's really easy to conclude that some events take place in different points of time (the books are written in the same way). You need to know that this is a pilot so don't expect fireworks (check out the first season of the Walking Dead, zombie's makeup was really poor). One thing I believe reviewers are right about - casting could be better, Triss Merigold (the mage) doesn't look like the woman everyone imagined while reading the books :) (I don't want to offend the actress, just want to say the original character seemed to be completely different)… Expand
  33. claptrap
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Very promising so far but be aware that the show will explain nothing to you. Its definitely for the book readers, so I higly recommend that you watch a story recap of the books on Youtube before you start with the show.
  34. TheILLUSIONIST
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    Great show, with its problems. I watched all the series with pleasure. I think normal book fans will appreciate the series, but fanatics and haters always don't like something.
  35. BigDegs29
    Dec 23, 2019
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As someone who never read the books, and only played the games, my opinion is that the show is "good". Not fantastic, but definitely enjoyable.

    I think the production values are very high, the direction was competent, but that the writing was a little on the weak side, specifically in certain episodes (like episode 4). If they're looking to compete with the likes of Game of Thrones, they need to find better writers. I especially didn't like how inconsequential Ciri's plotline was. Her entire season can be summed up as "Escaped Nilfgaardians -> Found Geralt". Didn't help that the final episode was basically Yennifer's show, so the meeting of Geralt and Ciri at the end had less impact than it should have.

    I'm also not really a fan of them going for this triad of lead characters. IMO they should have focused on Geralt. But if anything Yennifer had more of a fleshed out story. And considering her character isn't really that likeable for a good 2/3 of the season, that was a problem. Perhaps she'll be better after Sodden.

    As for the acting, I think it was really good. Ciri, Triss and Yennifer met my expectations. And I liked Cavill's interpretation of Geralt, even though it doesn't exactly match my idea of him.

    Overall I think season 1 was a success and I look forward to season 2, especially if they can find some better writers.    … Expand
  36. skidoosh
    Dec 27, 2019
    8
    It's not the most amazing thing I've ever seen, but as a Witcher books fan. It hits the spot. The mixing of stories from The Last Wish was a little confusing at the start but by the end makes a lot of sense. Some of the finer details of encounters and get changes in small ways to serve the TV rendition but nothing that I could see changing the course of the overall story in any way that'dIt's not the most amazing thing I've ever seen, but as a Witcher books fan. It hits the spot. The mixing of stories from The Last Wish was a little confusing at the start but by the end makes a lot of sense. Some of the finer details of encounters and get changes in small ways to serve the TV rendition but nothing that I could see changing the course of the overall story in any way that'd concern me overall. When I heard the announcement that Henry Cavill would play Geralt I was a little dismissive of it, but seeing and hearing him in action put that to rest as he's really quite good.… Expand
  37. kha86lilo
    Dec 20, 2019
    8
    the series is taking the same steps as the saga, and to people who never read the books the first two books were a collection of short stories where many things remained vague till the first canon book blood of elves
    in my case I played the first Witcher game then the second before deciding that I need to go and read the books before playing the third final game
    so am pretty sure that    the series is taking the same steps as the saga, and to people who never read the books the first two books were a collection of short stories where many things remained vague till the first canon book blood of elves
    in my case I played the first Witcher game then the second before deciding that I need to go and read the books before playing the third final game
    so am pretty sure that this season is a good one which aim to build a base to the upcoming seasons
    and if they make it right then believe me you won't stop asking for more as anyone who read the saga knows that you can't put the book down once you started reading it    … Expand
  38. itkovian1128
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    I wanted to give 7 but for a brilliant ending 2 episode (yes I am after 2 episode) and a penny, 'Drop a penny to a witcher', I give 8. It's worth watching with good English dialogues and inscriptions in the native language.

    After 2 episodes I played better than after the entire 8th season of Game of Thrones. Cavil is brilliant. The 8 for the fact that the actors are not equal. Good    I wanted to give 7 but for a brilliant ending 2 episode (yes I am after 2 episode) and a penny, 'Drop a penny to a witcher', I give 8. It's worth watching with good English dialogues and inscriptions in the native language.

    After 2 episodes I played better than after the entire 8th season of Game of Thrones. Cavil is brilliant. The 8 for the fact that the actors are not equal. Good
    Renri, Calante I can't convince Ciri and the rest without expression. And the actor playing Dandelion has a problem because he'll sing, but somehow I don't like it but this song again ...

    You can see that this is not the Game of Thrones budget yet but the series has potential.    … Expand
  39. shoulderoforion
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Not having read any of the books, or played any of the video games, I thought The Witcher was bananapants. It's really just about everything I'm looking for in a Medieval European fantasy story, wizards, mages, warriors, monsters, heroes, villains, prophecy, torture, sex, blood, gore, all of it. Sorry if this isn't living up to your vision of what it should be, but from someone justNot having read any of the books, or played any of the video games, I thought The Witcher was bananapants. It's really just about everything I'm looking for in a Medieval European fantasy story, wizards, mages, warriors, monsters, heroes, villains, prophecy, torture, sex, blood, gore, all of it. Sorry if this isn't living up to your vision of what it should be, but from someone just coming in from the outside, BANANAPANTS… Expand
  40. konres44
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Definitely there is room for improvement. Episode 2 was the worst (cause of Geralt's story in this one). First 2 episodes has problem with pacing (first minor but second is terrible on this field).

    Overall this is a good season and Im definitely gonna watch it again.
  41. cbenussi
    Dec 25, 2019
    8
    Muy buena serie, gran adaptación! Un must para el que haya jugado los juegos
  42. Etilias
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Everything that had to do with Geralt was awesome. Henry is perfect in this role and I loved every second of him on screen. That said, the other storylines feel a bit dragged. Overall, it was fun, well executed, and I cannot wait for season 2. (Casting of Triss is killing me tho)
  43. Wranek
    Dec 24, 2019
    8
    Solid bookadaption of the witcher shortstory books. I damit that if you are not familiär with the unsiverse, the plot is hard to follow. Some background knowledge makes ist much easier to understand whats going on wirh all that timejumps. The actors are solid, but with costumes and maskbuilding i personally prefer the way CD Project Red did their work. Most whats bothering me are theSolid bookadaption of the witcher shortstory books. I damit that if you are not familiär with the unsiverse, the plot is hard to follow. Some background knowledge makes ist much easier to understand whats going on wirh all that timejumps. The actors are solid, but with costumes and maskbuilding i personally prefer the way CD Project Red did their work. Most whats bothering me are the missing cateyes of Gerald and any other witcher.… Expand
  44. capt_morgan
    Dec 25, 2019
    8
    Critics are wrong; this is a great series with each scene like a a new story. The lighting, scenery, and wardrobes top notch production.
  45. CroGerA
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    I actually like it. I have read all the books and play all three games (and thronebreaker) and it's a good show. It's not perfect (Nilfgaard armors, Tris) but i like how much effort they put in to make it exactly as the books. The books are NOT a masterpiece either so don't compare this to other shows.
  46. hhf2
    Dec 23, 2019
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I spent like 5000 hours on the game, even though I hated it at first. Just like the game, the series takes time to get into, no matter if you roughly know what's going on or not. The did a really poor job at signposting that all the episodes play at different timelines, with the mother of Ciri, Pavetta, looking so similar to her that I was totally lost when she got married to a hedgehog knight. In general I love the tone of the movie between brutality and humor, but especially when you have played the third game, you'll find the colour of the series a bit flat and bland. The world painted in the books and games was very beautiful and colourful in its glory (Toussaint) or misery (Vellen). Here it looks mostly meh. Still, the characters are awesome and i dug the way they did Geralt, Yennefer and the supporting cast. I for one cannot wait for Season 2 after the final battle of season 1. This was a very promising opener and hints at a potentially awesome franchise.… Expand
  47. Yabs
    Dec 23, 2019
    8
    I wrote a review yesterday here on metacritic based on the Netflix series The Witcher, both giving my review and calling out review bombers for rejecting and giving low scores based rejection of the Witcher solely on their race of the cast.

    Shame on metacritc and CBS.
  48. mp303
    Jan 3, 2020
    8
    Its a show with some room to improve, especially on the script and timeline, but the acting is spot on, the fights are also very good, the conversations between the characters are fluid and deep, really good job. One can only hope they put Disney level of budget on this show to make it a more awesome.
  49. bymz
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Заебись, ждал говна, но вышло норм, нильфов конечно так себе показали, кучка варваров, и черные рыцари, но это ничего страшного
  50. Dimastank
    Dec 20, 2019
    8
    Good work on books adaptation, amazing performance from actors, interesting to watch at all. Series got minor disadvanteges, hovewer more good things. Witcher doesn't deserve all this hate from another "angry internet army warriors, ahrrrr". It just nice, brave enough with violence and universe from Anjey Sapkovsky book series. Hope to see season 2, peace everyone and calm down.
  51. rorek131
    Dec 20, 2019
    8
    Finally something fresh :) I like it a lot. As an adaptation they did a good job. It;s typicaly made for American audience but it's good.
  52. VladimirSV
    Dec 20, 2019
    8
    The series is not a masterpiece, but quite good. I am ashamed of toxic fans rating the show as 0.
  53. LORDProphet
    Dec 23, 2019
    8
    having played most the games i know all the characters and can see what there trying to accomplish. i dig the show so far in the middle of the show it does get a little confusing why i gave it a 8 kinda hard to follow. but once u know whats going on its still a pretty good show. for sure not perfect but what show is.
  54. Skriptoff
    Dec 20, 2019
    8
    Actually It's pretty good not that bad as it was demonized

    +Good visuals and scenes
    +Interesting soundtrack
    +Interesting monsters design (the scream of striga was really amazing and creepy)
    +Good costumes
    +Ok cast
    +Scottish accent for Dwarfs

    -Blackwashing
    -Nilfgaardian armor
  55. ilyakorenevskyi
    Dec 20, 2019
    8
    I'm big fan of Witcher universe, but however I had some doubts about new Netflix TV show. And fortunately they were not confirmed. Show is really good, even if there was no big budget, or true slavic culture. I know that most of negative reviews, talking about lost slavic atmosphere, or something. But, to be honest, Witcher is not about slavic culture, or american culture etc. ThisI'm big fan of Witcher universe, but however I had some doubts about new Netflix TV show. And fortunately they were not confirmed. Show is really good, even if there was no big budget, or true slavic culture. I know that most of negative reviews, talking about lost slavic atmosphere, or something. But, to be honest, Witcher is not about slavic culture, or american culture etc. This universe is mostly about people, and their stories. Of course, all the characters aren't true polish, but it is american TV show. Main disadvantage, I believe, is high entry threshold, for people who arent familiar with Witcher… Expand
  56. Hausner85
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Quite good adaptation. I'm polish and I read Wither series long before even the first game. It's as much about hatred, xenophobia and racism as much it's about sword, monsters and magic. Even more. So people loosing it over casting of some black or latino actors are laughable. And don't say it "Eastern European fantasy" because it is not. Itt not happening in Poland. It's happening inQuite good adaptation. I'm polish and I read Wither series long before even the first game. It's as much about hatred, xenophobia and racism as much it's about sword, monsters and magic. Even more. So people loosing it over casting of some black or latino actors are laughable. And don't say it "Eastern European fantasy" because it is not. Itt not happening in Poland. It's happening in fantasy world where human race arrived as a result of magical event. Buy I'm sure this magical event took only white people with him or/and distributed them geographicaly. Some "fans" don't understand about what is they favorite series.… Expand
  57. Hutake
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    I enjoyed a lot how they adapted the book stories into a tv show. Okay, I prefere the Ciri and Geralt momment in the Brokilon florest (book), but beside that moment I think the show adapted pretty well the original sotry. The actors are good; scenery and clothing are... fine but the fight scenes are amazing!
    The only bad thing, in my opinion, is ... it seems that the show needed more    I enjoyed a lot how they adapted the book stories into a tv show. Okay, I prefere the Ciri and Geralt momment in the Brokilon florest (book), but beside that moment I think the show adapted pretty well the original sotry. The actors are good; scenery and clothing are... fine but the fight scenes are amazing!
    The only bad thing, in my opinion, is ... it seems that the show needed more episodes to show and explain everything they wanted... sometimes it felt too rushed.
    Overall, I enjoyed a lot. Had a great time watching everything. I still prefer de books... but it is in fact a good show.

    8/10    … Expand
  58. backohead74
    Dec 23, 2019
    8
    Well here we are, like Star Wars, another series where the Internetz will love it or downright hate it for some good reasons and mostly stupid ones. Just remember, like what you want, don't watch what you don't and leave people alone to like what they like. Henry Cavill is excellent as Geralt, perfectly cast. I too had some minor issues w/ the casting but wow, Anya Cholotra has beenWell here we are, like Star Wars, another series where the Internetz will love it or downright hate it for some good reasons and mostly stupid ones. Just remember, like what you want, don't watch what you don't and leave people alone to like what they like. Henry Cavill is excellent as Geralt, perfectly cast. I too had some minor issues w/ the casting but wow, Anya Cholotra has been fantastic as Yennefer. Triss isnt in it much, her actress is fine but not sure why they changed her look so much, she is well known for her red hair through the books and games, but no biggie though I expect her role to grow substantially. Ciri, well again the actress is good but her character is not very fleshed out in the first season so we will see. The biggest issue with the show is that if you have no previous Witcher knowledge, be it the games or books I can totally understand you being lost more often then not. I am also not sure how I feel about the Time jumps or more how they showed it or actually didn't show them etc. All in all though its a really good show, I really enjoyed it though I wish the first season was a few episodes longer.… Expand
  59. vonervy
    Dec 20, 2019
    8
    Great action, captures the essence of the books. Needs improvement on pacing.
  60. KARF4GEN
    Jan 2, 2020
    8
    Сериал от "могло быть и хуже" все больше с просмотром перетягивает на сторону "вполне себе хорошо".
    Да, здесь откровенно рваное повествование и не владеющий книжной сагой просто потеряется во времени.
    Да, здесь много неудачных актеров и актрис в ролях. Да, здесь много глупостей и слабой графики, постановки в виду малого бюджет. Но сериал не плох, он достоин чтобы вы дали ему шанс.    Сериал от "могло быть и хуже" все больше с просмотром перетягивает на сторону "вполне себе хорошо".
    Да, здесь откровенно рваное повествование и не владеющий книжной сагой просто потеряется во времени.
    Да, здесь много неудачных актеров и актрис в ролях.
    Да, здесь много глупостей и слабой графики, постановки в виду малого бюджет.
    Но сериал не плох, он достоин чтобы вы дали ему шанс.
    Впрочем сразу предупреждаю не прочитав книг пана Анжей рискуете просто не понять персонажей, которых практически нереально было раскрыть за восемь серий.
    В целом достойно отнеслись к источнику...
    Если смущают чернокожие в кадре, то просто знайте, что на Континенте есть страна Зеррикания и там живут такие люди.
    Страшного нет ничего в этом абсолютно. Такова эпоха и мы в ней живем, так что смиритесь.
    Жду второй сезон и жаль он будет только в 21 году.
    Минус балл за графон и актеров.. Трисс была по книгам самой младшей и с каштановым волосами.
    У нас же взрослая дама и брюнетка.. Никак не укладывается в источник.
    В общем дайте больше бюджет и будет все отлично.
    Атмосфера темного фентези выдержана и сам сериал намного взрослее игры престолов    … Expand
  61. VonSpork
    Dec 23, 2019
    8
    This show is not perfect. but what it does right, is enough for me to recommend. The Hollywood-izing of the Slavic culture is unfortunate, but is isn't that egregious. Henry is the perfect fit for Geralt, and most of the other casting is passable.
  62. SWEEPtheLEG175
    Dec 31, 2019
    8
    Lots of good stuff in this series. Superman is perfect as Geralt. The actress who plays Yennefer is rad, she pulls it off. It seems like most of the really bad reviews for this series (users score) has to do with casting and that the show isn't white enough, ya I am not kidding. FYI, I only played about 5hrs of Witcher 3(RPG isn't really my cup of tea) and have not read the books yet.Lots of good stuff in this series. Superman is perfect as Geralt. The actress who plays Yennefer is rad, she pulls it off. It seems like most of the really bad reviews for this series (users score) has to do with casting and that the show isn't white enough, ya I am not kidding. FYI, I only played about 5hrs of Witcher 3(RPG isn't really my cup of tea) and have not read the books yet. Hopefully they cast Mark Hamill for season 2 to play Vesemir.… Expand
  63. mrshaat12
    Dec 23, 2019
    8
    Nice. I love the witcher. Serial help remember all. I go play the witcher..
  64. GarethB
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    A good adaptation of the books, I had low expectations going in but it proved highly entertaining despite some the unusual character changes for medieval polish fantasy.
  65. greenisgood
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    TL;DR - There is a lot of good stuff going on here far out-weighing some of the bad technical aspects and for people who played the games like myself I am sure will find more enjoyment compared to someone who wants a pixel perfect portrayal of what they envisioned in their own head while reading the books and or agenda pushing flag bearers telling what should and should not be in aTL;DR - There is a lot of good stuff going on here far out-weighing some of the bad technical aspects and for people who played the games like myself I am sure will find more enjoyment compared to someone who wants a pixel perfect portrayal of what they envisioned in their own head while reading the books and or agenda pushing flag bearers telling what should and should not be in a high-fantasy series written by a Polish Man adapted by an American Company.

    Totally understand some of the negativity and makes sense, totally do not understand some other parts of the general negativity. The racial tensions exist within the canon itself and is a constant point of contention humans vs elves vs dwarves vs monsters vs mages vs queens vs kings vs women vs men and so on and so forth. For everyone who has the capability to separate themselves from the political road-maps of our current generation there is good-slow story telling and some amazing portrayals of beloved characters and I urge everyone to make up their own minds after completing the show, positive or negative experience from your own minds and not from what everyone says how you 'Should' feel.

    The Good
    I have only played The Witcher 3, neither the books nor the first two games have any influence on me and also neither does racial representation and or political agendas, unless I get it forcefully shoved down my throat without some form of organic reason for it existing.
    The only things that give my joy a pause while watching a story being told is unskilled actors, writers, editors and directors. So believe me when I say I absolutely hated Cavill in Man of Steel and the movie itself more so on a storytelling level.
    But after watching Count of Monte Cristo and Fallout I believed that maybe my insipid taste for Cavill was not for his acting. I am happy the Character of Geralt was where my misconceptions of Henry being a bad actor were totally resolved.

    I do not know if there is some post recording artificial modulation to his voice but it is as if Doug Cockle leaped out from the game and took on Henry's form as Geralt of Rivia, his grunts his sighs his inflections and the single worded "F#CK's" were some of the best moments. Geralt/Henry is the absolute best thing about this show and I say this on all levels from his character writing, dialogue writing and appearance which means hats off to the costume department. The casting for everyone else was well done and based on what I saw did not feel forced due to beliefs or agendas, everyone who played their roles played them well and did so with passion which always bring out the best in everything.

    The show itself is well written and slow thankfully taking it's time setting up the frankly vast sea of world building that exists for the franchise. The direction as well is competent as well as decent cinematography hold this show up along with the aforementioned Geralt portrayal.

    The Bad
    A few things a bit lacking though and I believe this would be solved with some more finesse, some of the editing is a little bit lacklustre especially during the battle scenes. It is clear that Henry has spent time with swords for this portrayal but it always seems that the cameras keeps shying away from the battle scenes couple this with some not so great editing for these scenes make the eventual gory finishers not as satisfying. Some of the pacing also drops at certain places but spends some time fleshing the characters out which makes it acceptable. The whole two timelines thing was a bit jarring in a few places as you are not too sure of the time frame for what is happening but this is minute since the climax episode brings it all to an end in a way that sorts this out.    … Expand
  66. Jokerlocco
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    [ENGLISH]
    As a fan of books and video games, I liked the series a lot. I had high expectations and they have not failed me.
    Unlike most, always rely on Henry Cavill to play Geralt. He is my favorite character in the saga, and, I'm very happy for Cavill's performance (and I'm glad he put a voice similar to videogames). The other characters and actors are great too. Without a doubt,    [ENGLISH]
    As a fan of books and video games, I liked the series a lot. I had high expectations and they have not failed me.

    Unlike most, always rely on Henry Cavill to play Geralt.
    He is my favorite character in the saga, and, I'm very happy for Cavill's performance (and I'm glad he put a voice similar to videogames).
    The other characters and actors are great too.

    Without a doubt, my favorite chapter was the first one, it's great.

    The music is perfect. The battle scenes are brutal. The special effects ... comply.

    It seems to me a good adaptation, although they have modified elements and the order of events.

    It is possible that many people get lost because of the unusual way of telling the story (temporary leaps into the past, and into the future). There may even be spectators who get bored ...

    I want to mention also the great work of dubbing in Spanish (Spain). I liked it a lot.

    Although I know that not everyone will like it, I recommend it.

    [ESPAÑOL]
    Como fan de los libros y los videojuegos, la serie me ha gustado mucho. Tenía muchas expectativas y no me han fallado.

    A diferencia de la mayoría, siempre confíe en Henry Cavill para interpretar a Geralt.
    Él es mi personaje favorito de la saga, y, estoy muy contento por la actuación de Cavill (y me alegra que le haya puesto una voz similar al de los videojuegos).
    El resto de personajes y actores también están geniales.

    Sin duda alguna, mi capítulo favorito fue el primero, es genial.

    La música es perfecta. Las escenas de batalla brutales. Los efectos especiales… cumplen.

    Me parece una buena adaptación, aunque hayan modificado elementos y el orden de los sucesos.

    Es posible que mucha gente se pierda por la forma tan poco habitual de contar la historia (saltos temporales hacia el pasado, y hacia el futuro). Incluso, puede haber espectadores que se aburran...

    Quiero mencionar también el gran trabajo del doblaje en castellano. Me ha gustado mucho.

    Aunque sé que no ha todo el mundo le gustará, la recomiendo.    … Expand
  67. TTeshnik
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Well, it is not perfect, and some casting could have be done better, but it is a solid and well made show. Henry Cavil is done a great job IMO, with bringing some vibes from the witcher games. Also, the fight scenes are epic. On the other hand, if you are not familiar with the booksgames, the show is doing very poorly with telling the backround history of the universe. Nevertheless, as IWell, it is not perfect, and some casting could have be done better, but it is a solid and well made show. Henry Cavil is done a great job IMO, with bringing some vibes from the witcher games. Also, the fight scenes are epic. On the other hand, if you are not familiar with the booksgames, the show is doing very poorly with telling the backround history of the universe. Nevertheless, as I said, it is a solid show.
    I can understand why some fans so hating this, but I think it is one of the best screen adaptions of any video game or book.    … Expand
  68. Benaud
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Great! Loved it. My background is pretty much from playing the three series games here, although I have just started into the first book.
    Casting generally okay, although I am struggling to see Triss in that actress. She's too different. Fringilla I can handle, but I view Triss as one of four mains in this story and I like her too much for her to change so radically, plus I'm not sure    Great! Loved it. My background is pretty much from playing the three series games here, although I have just started into the first book.
    Casting generally okay, although I am struggling to see Triss in that actress. She's too different. Fringilla I can handle, but I view Triss as one of four mains in this story and I like her too much for her to change so radically, plus I'm not sure she's being played as mischeviously and as the kindly soul she should be (team Merigold here!) Thank god she at least has a smattering of freckles. I think I really like Yennefer here though so good news! And the wardrobe she gets to parade around in...
    Apart from that, yeah great start. Give me more of it. Characters are all likeable, the world feels a long way from black and white and production values seem excellent.
    There is room for this show to grow into what it should be. A faithful recreation of the story and feeling of the world of The Witcher, even if your casting was driven from a less-than-faithful narrative to turn the story into something it wasn't.    … Expand
  69. Genji1
    Jan 13, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. as i write this the critic reviews sit at 53, which proves there stupidity, this is a great show. Witcher is pretty enjoyable, Henry Cavill is phenomanal as Geralt. The only real problems with this show is the timeline issue that scene to scene you are switching timelines. If you can figure that out tho the show is fantastic.… Expand
  70. imay42
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazin Geralt and depictions of his early adventures are a pleasure to watch. Details and main features of witcher's character transmitted very well. Other main characters are also great. Now, i didnt like dryads. They should have been at least painted in green and there is too much armour on them. They are not fighters, but for some reason look like ones. The overall passing is a bit off. But in general i was able to keep attention and understand what is happenkng and when. Wish for a bit better cgi, sword fighting and yeah... That war sequence in the end is just weak to me. And that nilfgaardian armour is still looks silly. Sorry.… Expand
  71. torkenfan
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    Creo que es una buena adaptación,contiene la esencia the witcher y los personajes estan bien representados. Enorabuena a henry cavill,me ha gustado su interpretación,tiene que ser difícil ponerse en la piel de un brujo el cual debido a sus mutaciones no tiene sentimientos.
  72. LucaCritics
    Mar 28, 2020
    8
    The Witcher Season 1 Review: 7.5/10
    This show has so much potential. It has a very talented cast and an amazing story. Hope they'll manage the time differences better in the next season but besides that the first season of The Witcher was very enjoyable and entertaining.
  73. HIDA01
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Absolutely great start of the witcher series, all characters got a good introduction and build up a plot i cant wait to see being continued!
  74. Diptanshu
    Apr 25, 2020
    8
    Entertaining!Henry cavill was perfect as geralt!Amazing music whole season!Great acting by henry,freya,the queen and anya they were amazing!story was way too complex it was hard to keep track at start it was too fast paced!episode 1 was amazing but i felt the origin simply was good but whatever it was it was amazing the fight and action in this episode and last 2 episodes were damnEntertaining!Henry cavill was perfect as geralt!Amazing music whole season!Great acting by henry,freya,the queen and anya they were amazing!story was way too complex it was hard to keep track at start it was too fast paced!episode 1 was amazing but i felt the origin simply was good but whatever it was it was amazing the fight and action in this episode and last 2 episodes were damn awesome!episode 3 was shockingly awesome the timeline aspect was great until then i felt it was all same timeline!some episodes felt little off the tracks as there theme changed but the destiny thing was bind at last and episode 7 was amazing as hell the end was satisfying the meeting and the music it was amazing waiting for season 2 hope they give little time to settle the fast paced story and theme!overall amazing entertaining action adventurous season!… Expand
  75. ZZBEAR
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    Good acting, interesting story with a few questionable decisions made in production but the show is good enough to over look the flaws.
  76. xs4allan
    Jan 3, 2020
    8
    This show is seriously fun! Read the first Witcher book and I must admin. They did a pretty good job of remixing the stories into a decent TV Show story-line that was OK to follow but very fun to watch. Hope they make an even better second season now that all the initial character building is done.
  77. Link420n
    Dec 20, 2019
    8
    Pretty good adaptation of the books, although overly complicated and convoluted for those that haven't read them.
  78. JelloWasabi
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    This show is pretty great. Right now I'm trying to get past some of the bad castings but the show is winning me over. Cavil is great. Perfect Geralt.

    Battle scenes are killer.
  79. maksym_shustov
    Jan 2, 2020
    8
    Сериал немного не "по канону", но это не делет его плохим. Снят отлично, хорошо поставленные битвы
  80. Tinely
    Dec 24, 2019
    8
    Great first season, Henry Cavill is a great Geralt! Waiting to see more of this Witcher tales.
  81. GrumpyMike
    Jan 6, 2020
    8
    One of most enjoyable tv shows. If you are The Telegraph journalist it may be confusing.
  82. Jazzer88
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    without reading the books or playing with the games this tv serie is great.
  83. huberdriver
    Dec 20, 2019
    8
    Theres only one hour from the release yet and some critics are already writing about how slow and weird is this series. If you want to find out go watch it and discover for yourself, for now its been really faithful to the witcher books and the plot is already showing itself. Let's take this first season with a good look because we know how hard is to have something on this caliber relatedTheres only one hour from the release yet and some critics are already writing about how slow and weird is this series. If you want to find out go watch it and discover for yourself, for now its been really faithful to the witcher books and the plot is already showing itself. Let's take this first season with a good look because we know how hard is to have something on this caliber related to video games and nerd world. And honestly? im on the second episode and so far its been really good.… Expand
  84. Kalamir
    Dec 25, 2019
    8
    Most of you probably don't know this, but the adaptation has skipped all the humor from books. A great loss because it represents the considerable beauty of the whole Witcher. Nevertheless, despite the adaptation differences I had a great time. Henry showed only one aspect of Geralt and yet convinced me. Some special effects looked poor, but it didn't ruin the fun. We can call it a goodMost of you probably don't know this, but the adaptation has skipped all the humor from books. A great loss because it represents the considerable beauty of the whole Witcher. Nevertheless, despite the adaptation differences I had a great time. Henry showed only one aspect of Geralt and yet convinced me. Some special effects looked poor, but it didn't ruin the fun. We can call it a good start and hope for a better second season.… Expand
  85. NbV1337
    Dec 20, 2019
    8
    It's not a book or a game but that's a great show.Every Russian says that there isn't any Slavic atmosphere but you can't find it even in the books.The cast is okay (Ciri,Geralt and Yennefer are good,especially Ciri) but some actors are really bad.Fringilla and Eithne mustn't be black.Fight scenes are fantastic, not realistic but really beautiful.They've mixed up some timelines but it'sIt's not a book or a game but that's a great show.Every Russian says that there isn't any Slavic atmosphere but you can't find it even in the books.The cast is okay (Ciri,Geralt and Yennefer are good,especially Ciri) but some actors are really bad.Fringilla and Eithne mustn't be black.Fight scenes are fantastic, not realistic but really beautiful.They've mixed up some timelines but it's okay for an adaptation.
    p.s I've read all the books and played all of the witcher games
    p.p.s hello from Russia ❤    … Expand
  86. Tanrir
    Dec 20, 2019
    8
    Refreshingly accurate to the books, although the undulating timeline could make it difficult to follow for those foraying into the Witcher universe for the first time.

    Cavill crushes it, it's great seeing him play a gritty role and Joey Batey crushes it as Jaskier. Have a lot of time for Freya Allen and Anya Chalotra too. The CGI feels cheap and nasty for a production of this size -    Refreshingly accurate to the books, although the undulating timeline could make it difficult to follow for those foraying into the Witcher universe for the first time.

    Cavill crushes it, it's great seeing him play a gritty role and Joey Batey crushes it as Jaskier. Have a lot of time for Freya Allen and Anya Chalotra too.

    The CGI feels cheap and nasty for a production of this size - although it's not so bad as to break the engagement. Overall a great watch!    … Expand
  87. TomTomGo92
    Dec 20, 2019
    8
    The Witcher is a dark and fitting adaption of the books and video game. Season 2 can not arrive soon enough.
  88. FilipeCruzBR
    Dec 20, 2019
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. É uma boa série, os combates são bem coreografados com algumas exceções. O episodio 6 dirigido por Clarlotte Brandstorm é horrível, mal coreografado e com momentos nonsense. O cenário e os efeitos especiais faltaram investimento, talvez pelo fato de ser só a primeira temporada. A maneira de contar a historia, para quem não leu os livros, é um pouco confusa. Más no geral, foi uma boa primeira temporada.… Expand
  89. Pywack
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    As a fan of books, and games I recommend it. You need to know a little bit of background though to really enjoy it.
  90. Janusz_Riese
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Fascinating series. If you have read the books or played the games you will be rewarded with a deep look into the world of the saga. For all the others: be patient and try to understand all the context. You will see a deep an moving story with a really complex lore.
  91. VXV
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    Truth to be told I expected this to be a pile of dog **** But I'm surprised by how much I actually enjoy it. Overall it's a solid show, and I don't want it to end before the story is finished, judging by the pace it's gonna take like 8 seasons tho. The budget constrains show at times, but nothing looks extremely horrible. Really disappointed at Triss cast, they could have dyed her hair atTruth to be told I expected this to be a pile of dog **** But I'm surprised by how much I actually enjoy it. Overall it's a solid show, and I don't want it to end before the story is finished, judging by the pace it's gonna take like 8 seasons tho. The budget constrains show at times, but nothing looks extremely horrible. Really disappointed at Triss cast, they could have dyed her hair at least, I'm a huge Triss fanboy and the one in the show just doesn't click with me. The Dandelion is fantasy Ed Sheeran which is hilarious, and the music written for him is a highlight of the show for me. Also I wish the show didn't squish all of the timelines together, I read the books and it left me really confused at first, and my gf who doesn't know about the universe had zero idea of what's going on and I had to explain a lot which is not ideal for a show.
    If you can handle "diversity quota" cast and black elves which sometimes looks a bit out of place, you'll be fine, the show's good. A solid 8.    … Expand
  92. OldSchoolG8mer
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    I still don't understand how critics review movies or series, from the moment the series starts it has a lot of the elements that made the game so popular, yeah it can be better but that would be adding too much fantasy into the series; the way it is, i think it keeps balance it doesn't go too much over board into the fantasy realm and for me that balance is great. From the moment theI still don't understand how critics review movies or series, from the moment the series starts it has a lot of the elements that made the game so popular, yeah it can be better but that would be adding too much fantasy into the series; the way it is, i think it keeps balance it doesn't go too much over board into the fantasy realm and for me that balance is great. From the moment the series starts until the last episode i was interested through and through. I thought the acting was good, costumes were in par with how it is in the game not really the same but it is there. Though the way the story was depicted i was lost a bit at when Geralt's and CIri's story line was happening until i understood how it was i guess that could've been shown better or at least given a time of when things were happening; but still i liked the whole series a lot. I would re-watch the whole thing again and wait for more episodes to come out or next season we will see.… Expand
  93. Schinkensprimge
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Its not a 1 to 1 from the books- wich is good so people who read em can still watch it- BUT it can be very confusing and outright dumb at times. Can be confusing for viewers new to the witcher lore etc. The eefects are not the best and some could be way better but in general thy are good enough.
    When they learn from the mistakes of the first season it could be a good show.
  94. alex111415
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Сериал понравился. Есть некоторые минусы, например, если кто не читал книги, могут запутаться в этой всей истории. Пострадал немного сериал из-за толерантности, вот прям вообще было не интересно смотреть на Фрингилью Виго. Про Брокилонский лес я промолчу. Твёрдая 8-ка. Жду 2 сезон!Сериал понравился. Есть некоторые минусы, например, если кто не читал книги, могут запутаться в этой всей истории. Пострадал немного сериал из-за толерантности, вот прям вообще было не интересно смотреть на Фрингилью Виго. Про Брокилонский лес я промолчу. Твёрдая 8-ка. Жду 2 сезон!
  95. Montey
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    I played all the games, never read the books. I think the show is great. After you make it through the pilot, it gets better continuously. Cavill nails it! The characters are well written and performed for the most part. The setting looks fantastic. Some of the CG are mediocre. The only thing I hate is Dandelion's haircut...
  96. Gaprire
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Я, как фанат всей серии, стебался с первых двух серий.
    Но когда досмотрел до конца все 8 серий, то..
    Моя девственность платных подписок уйдёт нетфликс. Да, согласен, есть огрехи и жирные, но это первый сезон, будем думать что подправят недочёты, например плохое внимание к деталям всех действий, не хватает придирок к мелочам, из-за чего погружаться становится трудно. Но боже, диванные    Я, как фанат всей серии, стебался с первых двух серий.
    Но когда досмотрел до конца все 8 серий, то..
    Моя девственность платных подписок уйдёт нетфликс.
    Да, согласен, есть огрехи и жирные, но это первый сезон, будем думать что подправят недочёты, например плохое внимание к деталям всех действий, не хватает придирок к мелочам, из-за чего погружаться становится трудно.
    Но боже, диванные аналитики, успокойтесь уже. Вышло вполне годно.    … Expand
  97. MrRomacka
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Pretty good series about The Witcher`s Universe.
    Too underrated, but it has a lot of disadvantages:
    - Strange casting (black elves and Vigo, Triss-romal)
    - Too much unspoken and too much unnecessary
    - Nilfgaardian armor

    But, in summary, The Witcher is fine and **** for fans and geeks.
  98. Tegrity
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    A solid 8. The only thing off-putting is the timeline shift from character to character. I can't wait for the next season!
  99. NinjaCatt
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    Первый сезон получился крутым. Я думал что Генри Кавилл не подойдет на эту роль. Но как оказалось, он с ней хорошо справился. Отличная боёвка(хоть ещё было не много) Актёрская игра йеннифэр мне очень понравилась, а вот Трисс не очень(Хоть её и мало показывали, она отыгрывала очень слабо) Так же мне очень понравился сюжет(Не особо сильный, но очень интересный) Посмотрел залпом первый сезон,Первый сезон получился крутым. Я думал что Генри Кавилл не подойдет на эту роль. Но как оказалось, он с ней хорошо справился. Отличная боёвка(хоть ещё было не много) Актёрская игра йеннифэр мне очень понравилась, а вот Трисс не очень(Хоть её и мало показывали, она отыгрывала очень слабо) Так же мне очень понравился сюжет(Не особо сильный, но очень интересный) Посмотрел залпом первый сезон, очень понравился. Буду ждать 2ой сезон.… Expand
  100. Uderfrykte
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Чот все подахуели мальца с нытьем. Это прекрасно. И смешно, и всерьез, и со своим лицом. Дико интересно, все понятно, все отлично сыграно, дайверсити в кои то веки без нареканий вписано. Праздник же для жанра.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 17
  3. Negative: 3 out of 17
  1. The Independent
    Reviewed by: Nick Hilton
    Jan 3, 2020
    40
    The Witcher is a messy tangle of plotlines in a world underdeveloped to the point of obscurity.
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  2. The Telegraph
    Reviewed by: Ed Power
    Jan 3, 2020
    60
    As a mindless fantasy rollercoaster, Geralt’s journey is five stars all the way to tea-time. Sadly, for those who like brains with their brawn, it may be more of a slog.
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  3. Time
    Reviewed by: Judy Berman
    Dec 20, 2019
    30
    It takes a while for viewers to learn how these characters are connected, via an exasperating Westworld-esque narrative knot that takes much of the season to unfurl. ... The Witcher heightens our confusion by fumbling details that would have helped it set a cohesive tone. Dialogue vacillates, from line to line, between theatrical fantasy-speak and modern colloquialisms (“Dragons are, in fact, a thing!”).
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