Liam Hemsworth will replace Henry Cavill as Geralt of Rivia inThe Witcherseason 4, andthe actor’s $3.3 billion movie franchise proves he’ll be able to do so successfully. After Cavill’s impressive stint asThe Witcher’s lead, Hemsworth has big shoes to fill heading into the next outing of Netflix’s fantasy series. Season 4’sGeralt recast has proven disappointingand surprising for many fans of the franchise, despite the fact that Hemsworth is a worthy successor to Cavill. And even thoughHemsworth is inspiring confidencethrough his interest in the role, he’ll have to work to win fans over.
Fortunately,Hemsworth’s best movies— fromTriangletoThe Dressmaker— prove he’s capable of giving standout performances. And the actor’s role inthe $3.3 billionHunger Gamesfranchise is perhaps the greatest proof that he can handle the role of Geralt. WhileThe Witcherseason 4 will no doubt be an adjustment, Hemsworth could come out of it earning praise from the show’s fan base. His take on the titular Witcher could even bebetter than Cavill’s Geralt in some ways. His experience withThe Hunger Gamesfranchise sets him up for success.
Liam Hemsworth’s Hunger Games Role Is A Surprising Endorsement Of His Ability To Play Geralt
He Can Pull From His Experience Playing Gale Hawthorne
Hemsworth plays Gale Hawthorne inThe Hunger Gamesfranchise, and it’s probably his most memorable role to date. Although Gale is a somewhat divisive character, the actor portrays him impressively. He masterfully captures Gale’s intensity and rage towards the Capitol, and he also conveys his character’s loyalty when it comes to the people he cares about. While Gale and Geralt are very different characters, they have these qualities in common.This means Hemsworth can tap into his experience playing Galewhile bringing Geralt to life.
The fact that Hemsworth goes from quiet and brooding to heated and passionate inThe Hunger Gamesis further evidence that he can capture the various shades of Geralt’s personality.
The fact that Hemsworth goes from quiet and brooding to heated and passionate inThe Hunger Gamesis further evidence that he can capture the various shades of Geralt’s personality. You wouldn’t necessarily expect a dystopian YA series likeThe Hunger Gamesto prepare the actor forThe Witcher.However, it does prove a surprising endorsement of his abilities.It’s not just the characters' common traits that inspire confidence in Hemsworth’s Geralt, either.The Hunger Gamesalso proves he can handle adaptations.
The Hunger Games Proves The Actor Can Handle Adapted Characters Like The Witcher’s Geralt
He Seems Interested In Getting The Character Right
Hemsworth’s time as Gale suggests he’ll get Geralt’s broody and protective personality right, butthere’s another element ofThe Hunger Gamesthat will help him succeed inThe Witcher.BothThe Hunger GamesmoviesandThe Witcherare adapted from beloved source material, and the actor’s experience with the former confirms he can handle that. While Gale doesn’t have a fan base on par with Geralt’s, there are expectations of what his character should look like on-screen. Hemsworth exceeds those, pulling Gale straight from the pages.
The Witcher Season 4 Will Make Geralt’s Rivia Title Official Thanks To This Key Battle
The Witcher season 4 will make Geralt’s “Rivia” title official thanks to a key battle that will also be important to Liam Hemsworth’s debut.
This means he can accurately portray adapted characters, making it more likely his Geralt will please longtime fans ofThe Witcherbooksand games. In fact, Hemsworth is already committed to getting Geralt’s characterization correct. During an appearance onLive With Kelly & Mark, The Witcherstar revealed that he dug into the books and TV show after Netflix offered him the role. He’s also a fan of theWitchervideo games, further emphasizing what a perfect choice he is.The Hunger Gamesproves Hemsworth can play established characters, but his dedication should really drive that point home.
The Witcher Will Be Liam Hemsworth’s Biggest Project Since The Dystopian Franchise
It Marks An Exciting Point In The Hunger Games Star’s Career
Hemsworth really needs to sell his version of Geralt to audiences, asThe Witchercould catapult him to even greater fame.The Netflix series is easily his biggest project since the YA dystopian series,though he’s been acting consistently since his time as Gale. However, Hemsworth’s filmography mostly consists of smaller titles, especially compared to blockbusters likeThe Hunger Games.The Witcherbrings him back to the world of major franchises, and if he’s successful as Geralt, he could crop up in other major movies and shows.
The Witcherseason 4 doesn’t have a confirmed release date, but it’s expected to premiere sometime in 2025.
The Witcheris a bigger deal for Hemsworth, too, as it places him in a far more important role thanThe Hunger Gamesdid. Geralt is the main character ofThe Witcher, while Gale is a supporting player inThe Hunger Games— and one who is often off-screen, as he isn’t forced into the arena. Geralt will shine a spotlight on Hemsworth’s acting talents, proving the true test of his ability to bring an iconic character to life. We’ll see how he does whenThe Witcherseason 4 finally debuts. Fortunately, his history and comments seem promising.
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The Witcher, released in 2019, follows Geralt of Rivia, a mutated monster hunter navigating a turbulent world where humanity’s darker nature often eclipses the monstrous.
