Geralt of Rivia Returns (in Voice Form) in Netflix's "The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep"
The familiar voice of Geralt, voiced by Doug Cockle from the acclaimed Witcher video games, anchors Netflix's latest animated addition to its Witcher universe. "Sirens of the Deep" is a standalone animated film set during the events of Season 1 of the Netflix live-action series.
IGN critic Jarrod Jones notes in his review that while the pairing of Cockle's Geralt and Joey Batey's Jaskier holds appeal, its charm might be primarily for dedicated fans. Regardless, it might offer a satisfying bridge until the release of The Witcher 4.
Where to Stream:
"The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep" streams exclusively on Netflix. Netflix subscriptions start at $7.99/month, and a free trial is not currently available.
What's it About?
Based on Andrzej Sapkowski's short story "A Little Sacrifice," the film unfolds between episodes 5 and 6 of Season 1 of the Netflix series. Geralt investigates attacks on a coastal village, uncovering an ancient conflict between humans and sea-dwelling creatures that threatens to ignite a war between kingdoms. He must resolve the mystery with the help of allies before the situation escalates.
The Broader Witcher Universe:
The Witcher's origins lie in Sapkowski's book series, inspiring CD Projekt Red's critically acclaimed video game series, notably "The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt." The games have spawned numerous spin-offs and collaborations, including the popular Gwent card game. The Witcher 4, featuring a new protagonist, was announced at the 2024 Game Awards.
Netflix's live-action series, starring Henry Cavill (Seasons 1-3) and Liam Hemsworth (Season 4 onwards), further expands the franchise. Season 4 is slated for an April release.
Voice Cast and Crew:
- Director: Kang Hei Chul
- Writers: Mike Ostrowski and Rae Benjamin
- Animation: Studio Mir, Platige Image, and Hivemind
The voice cast features Doug Cockle (Geralt), Joey Batey (Jaskier), Anya Chalotra (Yennefer), Christina Wren (Essi Daven), and Emily Carey (Sh'eenaz).
Rating and Runtime:
"The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep" is rated MA and has a runtime of 1 hour and 31 minutes.
