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

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2682 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 453 out of 2682

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  1. MrMuppe
    Dec 21, 2019
    10
    This is not Lord of the rings, neither is it Game of throne. It is not about epic battles, and that is fine.
    It is another tale, and that is a good thing, right?
    This first season sets out to do a few things, things it manages to do. It introduces Geralt. It introduces Yennefer. It introduces Ciri. This season is about getting these characters together and it manages to do that. It    This is not Lord of the rings, neither is it Game of throne. It is not about epic battles, and that is fine.
    It is another tale, and that is a good thing, right?
    This first season sets out to do a few things, things it manages to do.
    It introduces Geralt.
    It introduces Yennefer.
    It introduces Ciri.
    This season is about getting these characters together and it manages to do that.
    It present us with the different factions and build up for what may come.

    Does it have a problem with the casting? No, I do not think so even though this Triss does not look like the Triss I am used to. From an acting point of view they all do their job.
    Does it have a forced diversity problem? Honestly I do not know enough about the world itself to know how common dark skinned people are in the northern countries of this setting. However, I am not annoyed by it.
    Are the Nilfgard armor ugly as **** Yes, and the person who suggested it and the person who said ok to it should be fired.    … Expand
  2. DDFF
    Dec 21, 2019
    10
    This is clearly being brigaded by dip s h!! critics and "fans". I just finished the series and it was fantastic. It may not be perfect, but that each episode kept getting better and better makes it clear that the director and cast were finding their footing and the last half of the season is SUPERB. The first half, while not as strong, is still better than most TV shows out there. CavillThis is clearly being brigaded by dip s h!! critics and "fans". I just finished the series and it was fantastic. It may not be perfect, but that each episode kept getting better and better makes it clear that the director and cast were finding their footing and the last half of the season is SUPERB. The first half, while not as strong, is still better than most TV shows out there. Cavill as Geralt is fantastic and the rest of the cast is MUCH BETTER than others would leave you to believe.

    If you like the games, the books, or anything else related to the Witcher, you'll enjoy this. Full stop.    … Expand
  3. TheTelis
    Dec 21, 2019
    10
    This is obviously a love project. The creator's passion and love for the source material oozes through the screen. It has no right to be that good and yet I believe it can only get better.
  4. Mateulka
    Dec 20, 2019
    10
    Great story, incredible acting and fighting scenes (honestly,choreography is just something else in this one) make this adaptation of Witcher's books one of the best TV shows in 2019.
  5. kwest720
    Dec 20, 2019
    10
    Season 1 of The Witcher brings together a unique group of gripping characters to a rich, diverse fantasy world that will captivate viewers taking them on a thrilling journey through the Continent. With amazing combat, strong performances by the cast, a good musical score and riveting storylines the creator Lauren Hissrich has brought to life a loyal and refreshing adaptation of the booksSeason 1 of The Witcher brings together a unique group of gripping characters to a rich, diverse fantasy world that will captivate viewers taking them on a thrilling journey through the Continent. With amazing combat, strong performances by the cast, a good musical score and riveting storylines the creator Lauren Hissrich has brought to life a loyal and refreshing adaptation of the books to television and long may it reign over our screens. Long Live The Witcher… Expand
  6. Remus23
    Dec 21, 2019
    10
    Not perfect, but I really enjoyed it. The narrative is good I thought it was gonna be a bit more convoluted but they managed to keep it simple and introduce all the main characters from the start and when they connect is seamless. Acting is top notch you can see Henry really loves his role and so are Freya and Anya and the rest of the cast. Visually it looks a bit cheap but giving it thatNot perfect, but I really enjoyed it. The narrative is good I thought it was gonna be a bit more convoluted but they managed to keep it simple and introduce all the main characters from the start and when they connect is seamless. Acting is top notch you can see Henry really loves his role and so are Freya and Anya and the rest of the cast. Visually it looks a bit cheap but giving it that is the first season I'm gonna go with it.And the music is a bit off, Jaskier sounds a bit modern, it doesn't have that old school medieval feel to it. In conclusion you either love it and get over the flaws or hate it and be done with it.… Expand
  7. Mandiven
    Dec 21, 2019
    10
    A surprise hit for me. I loved Witcher 3 and read a bit from the books and I definetly recommend this if you enjoyed the lore and story from any of the games, obviously if you read the books also. If your not a fan of fantasy medieval inspired shows then you will probably not enjoy this.
  8. DadeBox
    Dec 22, 2019
    10
    Don't listen to review critics. 53/100 really? Are you serious?! Entertainment weekly 0/100?! I think that a 2 years old child has a better objective sense than these last "critics". Great acting, great story, great music, great action scenes. Keep up the good work, Netflix.
  9. alsione
    Dec 20, 2019
    10
    expectations were not high. but after watching I was very surprised. The show was great. Geralt and Einifer played very well. I look forward to continuing. Если отбросить нелепо смотрящихся актеров негроидной рассы в данном сеттинге то в целом мне очень понравилось.
  10. gersonbessa
    Dec 22, 2019
    10
    Foi ótimo. 10/10. Era tudo que eu esperava. Aguardando a segunda temporada.
  11. USAMIKEESP
    Dec 23, 2019
    10
    INCREDIBLE, a must see!!! Im on episode 5 and every episode surpases the last, its just awesome. Really Hope they make more seasons.
  12. Oblamingo
    Dec 22, 2019
    10
    Отличный сериал, с уважением к книжной серии, хорошей графикой и боевкой. Музыка восхитительна. Лютик выше всяких похвал. Перед просмотром книга ОБЯЗАТЕЛЬНА к прочтению.
  13. FusRoDah9942
    Dec 20, 2019
    10
    This season was dope. I could feel the atmosphere of the witcher in my room while watching the show. Actors are great, lines great and the action scenes were really good. I dont understand why a lot of people are reviewing this amazing show with 0 stars.
  14. Geralt580
    Dec 20, 2019
    10
    Pretty decent show, Cavill is as good as Geralt from Witcher 3 and all characters are good as well.
  15. Ebrius
    Dec 20, 2019
    10
    I really liked the tv show, violence and sex packed in good pictures.
    Much of the enthusiasm comes from the fact that I know the characters from Witcher 3 and have loved them, Gerald, Yen and Ciri have been implemented very well.
  16. Casshan
    Dec 22, 2019
    10
    This was a good show. The only people giving this a bad score are autistic racists screeching about the color of certain characters and not being "white" enough. REEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!
  17. Maxx_thor
    Dec 22, 2019
    10
    awesome representation of the world of the witcher, high expectation from gamers who played the game with plenty of politics, lies and sex. the acclaimed game is 100 times more raw than the series, but is a good entertainment series.
  18. MrVolpone75
    Dec 23, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ho appena finito di divorarmi la prima stagione di the witcher e la ritengo personalmente la migliore serie tv mai vista in vita mia, per lo meno dal mio punto di vista. La sceneggiatura è perfetta con eventi tratti fedelmente dai libri e con un modo di raccontare gli eventi pressoche' perfetta. La caratterizzazione dei personaggi è da oscar, difficilmente un lungometraggio o una serie televisiva riescono a tratteggiare la crescita di un personaggio come avviene qui sia con geralt che con yennefer. Le ambientazioni sono bellissime e l'uso della CG è limitatissima a pochi mostri, quando si puo' sono stati utilizzati i costumi e questo per me è un valore aggiunto.La fotografia è perfetta ed infine le musiche sono bellisime ed in un paio di casi riprendono quelle di the witcher 3 il videogioco. Il valore aggiunto per chi come me ha giocato i due wicher usciti su xbox è dato dallo scoprire i collegamenti tra i personaggi. Ad esempio cosa unisce Geralt e Ciri o vedere la genesi del rapporto tra altri personaggi. Per me il voto è massimo ed aspetto impaziente la seconda stagione che penso verra' prodotta sicuramente. Serie dell'anno imho!!!!… Expand
  19. typhoon51280
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    absolutely terrific !!! for those who are finding too difficult to follow the different storylines I'd suggest to read a book from time to time (maybe a fantasy one just for a change)
  20. TurcoU2
    Dec 23, 2019
    10
    Ya estamos capacitados para diferenciar en lo que es una ADAPTACIÓN. The Witcher de Netflix se toma su tiempo para explicarte de que va la serie y luego da un salto hacia la aventura y la ansiedad por saber que es lo próximo que va a pasar.
    Con la exitosa fórmula de varias historias que parecen correr por separado y que es de esperar que se unan en algún punto, cómo se vio triunfar en    Ya estamos capacitados para diferenciar en lo que es una ADAPTACIÓN. The Witcher de Netflix se toma su tiempo para explicarte de que va la serie y luego da un salto hacia la aventura y la ansiedad por saber que es lo próximo que va a pasar.
    Con la exitosa fórmula de varias historias que parecen correr por separado y que es de esperar que se unan en algún punto, cómo se vio triunfar en Game of Thrones. Al igual que esta última seria, las ropas, los paisajes, la música... todo el ambiente está trabajado de una excelente manera.
    Las pequeñas referencias a ciertos pasajes de los juegos le dan un plus que llena de alegría.    … Expand
  21. Vikhus
    Dec 21, 2019
    10
    By the far one of the best tv series on this year, Cavill fit 100% on Geralt. on weekend i will see for the second time all 10 episodes.
  22. Stoys
    Dec 21, 2019
    10
    I think its a great show with great attention to detail.
    For me i love the locations, editing and effects. Henry does an incredible good job with the character.
    the best i have ever seen and sticking too the roots of the books and also the video game.
    they have done really good in the making, i hope it goes a long way!
  23. Wolchara
    Dec 23, 2019
    10
    Отличный сериал и актерская игра. Генри Кавил справился на столько же хорошо, как и Михал Жебровский в свое время. Но, в отличие от старого сериала, тут подтянули всех остальных персонажей. Калантэ - тоже выше всяких похвал) Вопреки всеобщему бугурту Аня Чалотра набрала немного килограммов и прекрасно справилась с ролью Йенифер. Все кто считает, что сериал не торт, потому что не буква вОтличный сериал и актерская игра. Генри Кавил справился на столько же хорошо, как и Михал Жебровский в свое время. Но, в отличие от старого сериала, тут подтянули всех остальных персонажей. Калантэ - тоже выше всяких похвал) Вопреки всеобщему бугурту Аня Чалотра набрала немного килограммов и прекрасно справилась с ролью Йенифер. Все кто считает, что сериал не торт, потому что не буква в букву книга - идите лесом смотреть новые ЗВ.

    Из минусов:
    1) Достаточно рваное повествование по таймлайнам. Если не знакомы со вселенной и книгами, то смотреть будет тяжеловато, потому что есть очень резкие перескоки во времени действия и не посвященному человеко будет не понятно что события происходят в разное время. Например вполне нормально сначала увидеть сцены из обучения Йенифер, а потом сожжение Цинтры, но повествование выставлено так, что кажется будто все происходит параллельно, а по факту, между событиями добрых три десятка лет.

    2) В сериале, "О УЖАС" есть актеры негроидной расы, но они достаточно органично вписаны в сюжет и не выглядят не на своих местах. Даже темный цвет кожи Фрингилии достаточно аргументирован. Что касается дриад Брокелона - они все обмазаны зеленой жижей, так что там даже не разобрать кто с каким цветом кожи особо.

    3) Трисс - единственный лютый мискаст. Но это только на мой вкус.

    4) Небольшие отклонения по сюжету от книги в незначительных моментах. Например мотивация Геральта по вылавливанию урны с джином. И зачем-то убрали шутку про "древнеэльфийское" заклинание по изгонению Джина.

    Лично мне сериал очень зашел. И всем хейтерастам еще раз напомню, что сериал опирается в первую очередь на КНИЖНЫЙ оригинал. Все кому не нравится "ШО ВСЕ НЕ КАК В ИГРЕ"!

    Из Плюсов:

    1) Актерская игра - без комментариев. Все отлично. Все выложились на 100%

    2) Общий размах и продакшн. ДОРОГО БОХАТО! Игра престолов порой нервно покуривает в сторонке.

    3) Соответствие книжному оригиналу. Снято не буква в букву, как адаптация - очень уверенное произведение.

    4) Очень большой сюжетный пласт дополнительно уделен Йенифер и ее жизни до знакомства с Геральтом. То на что Сапковский добросовестно забил болт теперь обряло отображение в виде полноценной сюжетной линии. Йен теперь не просто взбалмошная шальная императрица. У ее стервозности и характера теперь есть конкретное обоснование. Аретуза - это вам не Хогвардс. Тут и концы отдать можно так и не доучившись. А в большинстве случаев отдать концы ИМЕННО доучившись, но не пройдя подтверждение квалификации)

    Вывод: Если Вам нравится книжная вселенная - обязательно посмотрите и Вам скорее всего понравится. Если Вам не понравится, ну чтож... Мне Вас очень жаль)

    P.S.S. Ну и как же без этого) «Ведьмаку заплатите чеканной монетой»    … Expand
  24. blackhaat92
    Dec 22, 2019
    10
    nao faz sentido a critica querer avaliar the witcher mal,,, essa serie é 10/10 facil muuuuitoo fodaaa
  25. stevej7
    Dec 20, 2019
    10
    Rare to see an actor with so much passion about the character he's playing. I feel it shows in his performance and was definitely pleasantly surprised.
    I understand that this is getting and probably going to continue getting review bombed because it doesn't stay 100% true to the books but neither did the Lord of The Rings films or Harry Potter or Game of Thrones. I enjoy this and all of    Rare to see an actor with so much passion about the character he's playing. I feel it shows in his performance and was definitely pleasantly surprised.
    I understand that this is getting and probably going to continue getting review bombed because it doesn't stay 100% true to the books but neither did the Lord of The Rings films or Harry Potter or Game of Thrones. I enjoy this and all of those others because they are their own thing. I don't need a scene by scene replication of a book in film version. The games aren't identical to the books and they're still strong. I think this is off to a good start and I hope they build strongly on these foundations.    … Expand
  26. LeviHahn
    Dec 21, 2019
    10
    I think newcomers to the franchise might get confused when jumping into the show. However, fans will be right at home. I feel like this show was made by fans for fans. There are some questionable casting but the acting is still fantastic. I think the only thing that's wrong with the show is that it jumps time-periods a lot without telling the viewer. For a long time fan like me, I was ableI think newcomers to the franchise might get confused when jumping into the show. However, fans will be right at home. I feel like this show was made by fans for fans. There are some questionable casting but the acting is still fantastic. I think the only thing that's wrong with the show is that it jumps time-periods a lot without telling the viewer. For a long time fan like me, I was able to pickup on it very quickly, but i feel like newcomers might not understand what's going on if they aren't paying enough attention. Even so, with all these plots going on in different time periods, it ties together very nicely in the second half. I think it'll be a fun show to re-watch as I pick up on things I missed the first time. I don't think the show is trying to appeal to everyone, it's definitely trying to capture the roots of the franchise and I think that makes it even better.… Expand
  27. Z3ros89
    Dec 22, 2019
    10
    Adaptación de 10 grandísimas representaciones y actuaciones, bso magistral al igual que sus decorados quizás ha faltado un poco mas de presupuesto pero en general de 10.
  28. JFalcon
    Dec 29, 2019
    10
    It is way better than my expectations. I really loved the earlier episodes in particular.
    The sword fight at the end of the first episode was splendid. I liked acting, cinematography and environments
    However, my wife is not familiar with the concept and the Witcher world thus it was difficult for her to comprehend what is going on around. I surmise that transitions were quite fast so it    It is way better than my expectations. I really loved the earlier episodes in particular.
    The sword fight at the end of the first episode was splendid. I liked acting, cinematography and environments
    However, my wife is not familiar with the concept and the Witcher world thus it was difficult for her to comprehend what is going on around.
    I surmise that transitions were quite fast so it was easy to lost interest. Hope that they would take care of this issue in season 2.    … Expand
  29. nicktlk
    Dec 23, 2019
    10
    Loved it! Great job so far, cannot wait for new seasons to come! Fantasy is often difficult to adapt and the show did not fail in this aspect.
  30. batmail
    Dec 28, 2019
    10
    I'd give this an 8.5, i really liked the story. The only problem is that it starts kind of slow, but as it keeps on going, it gets better. this is a show that demands from the viewer to be invested. Most people who put a bad mark either didn't get past episode 2 or got offended by the casting, i feel like eveything was on point, can't wait for season 2
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53

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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