As part of its slate of upcoming projects, OTT giant Netflix has announced many new shows as well as has given updates regarding the new seasons of its hit shows in its fan-fest TUDUM 2022. Among many projects, the streamer also announced the third season of its acclaimed fantasy drama series The Witcher.
Adapted from the book series of the same name by Polish writer Andrzej Sapkotawski, the 8-part series was first released in December 2019. After that, another 8-episode season was released in December 2021.
Additionally, an animated original story film titled The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf, was released in August 2021 and a prequel miniseries titled The Witcher: Blood Origin is set to release in December 25, 2022. Now, the series is set for the season third.
The Witcher Season 3 OTT Release Date
Back in April 2022, the official Netflix account marked the start of filming by sharing the picture of cast members including Cavill, Chalotra and Allan. The production of the series was wrapped earlier this month in September 2022, which follows a pause in production following series star Cavill testing positive for COVID-19 back in July 2022.
Now, Netflix has given some new updates regarding the released date of The Witcher Season 3. It will premiere on the platform in Summer 2023. The official release date is yet to be announced by the streamer.
Our family returns! The Witcher is back for Season 3 in 2023 🐺#TUDUM pic.twitter.com/d14cL0JfbQ
— Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) September 25, 2022
The Witcher Season 3 Star Cast
- Henry Cavill as Geralt of Rivia
- Anya Chalotra as Yennefer of Vengerberg
- Freya Allan as Ciri
- Eamon Farren as Cahir Mawr Dyffryn aep Ceallach
- Joey Batey as Jaskier
- MyAnna Buring as Tissaia de Vries
- Mimi M. Khayisa as Fringilla Vigo
- Anna Shaffer as Triss Merigold
- Royce Pierreson as Istredd
- Wilson Mbomio as Dara
- Mahesh Jadu as Vilgefortz of Roggeveen
About the Series
Created by Lauren Schmidst, the series revolves around Geralt of Riva, Crown princess Ciri of Cintra and Sorceress Yennefer of Vengerberg at different point of time, exploring formative events shape their characters throughout the first two seasons.
