Geralt of Rivia, the iconic monster hunter from the beloved The Witcher series, returns to the screen. This time, it's through the voice of Doug Cockle, reprising his role from the video games, in Netflix's latest expansion of its "Witcher Universe." The new animated film, *The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep*, takes place during the events of Season 1 of the Netflix series, adding another layer to the rich tapestry of the Continent.
In his review for IGN, critic Jarrod Jones notes that the dynamic between Cockle’s Geralt and Joey Batey’s Jaskier is charming, yet the film's appeal might primarily resonate with diehard fans of the franchise. This animated spin-off could serve as a delightful interlude as fans eagerly await news on *The Witcher 4*.
Curious about streaming *The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep* or its place in the Witcher timeline? Here's everything you need to know:
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The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep
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The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep is available exclusively on Netflix. With the recent adjustments to subscription fees, a standalone Netflix plan starts at $7.99 per month. Unfortunately, there's no free trial option currently available.
AnswerSee ResultsWhat Is The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep About? -----------------------------------------------
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The Witcher universe is rooted in the works of Andrzej Sapkowski. Sirens of the Deep adapts the short story "A Little Sacrifice" from the second Witcher book, fitting into the narrative between episodes 5 and 6 of Season 1 of the Netflix series. Here's the official synopsis:
Hired to investigate attacks on a seaside village, mutant monster hunter Geralt uncovers an ancient feud between humans and sea people that threatens to ignite a war between kingdoms. With the help of his allies, he must resolve the mystery before the conflict escalates.
What Else Is in The Witcher Universe?
The Witcher saga began with a series of novels by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski, chronicling the adventures of Geralt of Rivia in a world steeped in Slavic mythology. Building on this foundation, CD Projekt Red launched the first Witcher video game in 2007. The series, especially The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, has earned widespread acclaim as one of the finest RPGs ever created, leading to various spin-offs and real-world collaborations, including a tangible version of the Gwent card game. The Witcher 4, with its new protagonist, was unveiled at the 2024 Game Awards.
Netflix joined the fray in 2019 with a live-action adaptation of The Witcher, now into its third season with Henry Cavill in the lead. The upcoming fourth season, debuting in April, will mark the transition to Liam Hemsworth as Geralt.
The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep Voice Cast and Crew
The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep was penned by Mike Ostrowski and Rae Benjamin, who also contributed to the live-action series, and directed by Kang Hei Chul. The animation was collaboratively produced by Studio Mir, Poland's Platige Image, and Hivemind.
The film features Doug Cockle reprising his role as Geralt, joined by other voices from the live-action show. Here’s the complete voice cast:
Doug Cockle as Geralt of Rivia Joey Batey as Jaskier Anya Chalotra as Yennefer of Vengerberg Christina Wren as Essi Daven Emily Carey as Sh'eenaz
Sirens of the Deep Rating and Runtime
The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep is rated MA and has a runtime of one hour and 31 minutes.
