The Witcher TV series.

[Frag Maniac]

Just curious what others think so far of this show? I'm rather liking it. I don't know why so many seemed skeptical about Henry Cavil playing Geralt. I think he's handling it fine, especially the swordplay. I was sold by the ending of the first episode, wasn't expecting anything that good.

 

[COLGeek]

I tend to ignore reviews and form my own opinion. I thoroughly enjoyed it and can hardly wait for season 2.

 

[bignastyid]

I have also enjoyed it and can't wait for season 2. Henry Cavill has done a great job imho.

 

[Frag Maniac]

Henry Cavill has done a great job imho.

Yeah I'd go as far to say I'm actually liking him more in this show than as Superman.

 

[Deleted member 217926]

I'm watching Episode 2 right now. Love it so far. I didn't play the first 2 games but I played Witcher 3 twice and I've read both prequel short story books and I'm halfway through the first novel, Blood of Elves. The books are great too.

 

[Frag Maniac]

I didn't play the first 2 games but I played Witcher 3 twice...

Same for me, so I'm a bit lost story wise after 3 episodes of the show, but it's holding it's pull on me.

I think my only gripe so far is it's just an 8 episode season. I hope they add more for season 2. It also won't release until 2021, but maybe that means they'll put more episodes in.

 

[Deleted member 217926]

The show is based on the books. And except for the Yennifer origin it's sticking pretty closely to the first 2 short story books. The Yen thing could be later in the books and I'm not there yet but I think they made it for the show. Yen and Geralt had been a thing and off again a few times before he ever meets Ciri in the books.

 

[COLGeek]

The multiple timelines thing can be confusing, but it does come together.

 

[Frag Maniac]

The show is based on the books. And except for the Yennifer origin it's sticking pretty closely to the first 2 short story books. The Yen thing could be later in the books and I'm not there yet but I think they made it for the show. Yen and Geralt had been a thing and off again a few times before he ever meets Ciri in the books.

Yeah I know, but you would think the games would be too, and normally you see WAY more detail in games than TV shows simply due to time constraints. Particularly when you factor in they only have 8 episodes per season.

Anyway, I'm sure I'll relate to the story more when it starts paralleling the content of TW3. I did have a sneaking hunch they took liberties with the Yennefer origin though, albeit pretty well done just the same.

 

[ceriumin]

Just curious what others think so far of this show? I'm rather liking it. I don't know why so many seemed skeptical about Henry Cavil playing Geralt. I think he's handling it fine, especially the swordplay. I was sold by the ending of the first episode, wasn't expecting anything that good.

It was relaxing the series to watch, Ive watched to episode 8 but If I had to decide, it wasn't as good as i thought. I like that they show Yen's and Ciri's point of view but most action and stories are skipped in the books (Last Wish - Sword of Destiny) However if you really don't want to read the books and have no time im guessing the series in an alternative.

 

[Bullet_Science]

I really really liked The Witcher. I've read books,played games. I like the quality of the series, how they stick to the game and books, and Hanry Cavill. STUNNING!

 

[LenaM]

I love it, at first I was really confused about the Timelines, but in the end it is one of my favourite series.

 

[coastie65]

Played all three games, but haven't seen the TV series. Was disappointed in the casting of at least some cases.

 

[klemyP]

I started watching it and I was not very sure about it. Little bit boring and I stopped watching it. But if u recommend it, maybe I will start it again and watch it.

 

[Rehan Essani]

I started watching The Witcher few days ago and i am on 6th eps. Actually this is interesting season and i definitely continue to season 2 for sure!!

 

[Frag Maniac]

Well, maybe because his Superman is really boring? I mean it's not Cavill's fault, the script was just awful!

True, even some of the older Superman movies with Christopher Reeve and Gene Hackman that are more madcap are more entertaining than some of the new stuff.

 

[Old Molases]

Any clue when Season 2 is coming out?

 

[Frag Maniac]

Any clue when Season 2 is coming out?

I don't know if this is official, as it's hard to say unless you get the news straight from the horse's mouth, but it looks like it could be back Q4 this year, possibly between Oct and Dec.

https://www.thrillist.com/entertainment/nation/the-witcher-season-2-release-date