In a move that has stirred both excitement and controversy, Liam Hemsworth has taken to social media to respond to the outpouring of backlash following Netflix’s release of the new trailer for The Witcher season 4. The Australian actor, who will be stepping into the shoes of the beloved Geralt of Rivia after Henry Cavill’s unexpected exit, has made his feelings known in a way that has left many fans in shock and anger.
Hemsworth’s response came after a wave of criticism from fans, many of whom are still mourning Cavill’s departure from the show. Cavill, who portrayed Geralt in the first three seasons of The Witcher, quickly became synonymous with the iconic role. His intense portrayal of the character, combined with his loyalty to the source material, made him a fan favorite. However, after Netflix’s announcement that Hemsworth would replace Cavill in season 4, the fanbase was divided.
The new trailer, which premiered earlier this week, showed Hemsworth’s take on the character for the first time. And while it was intended to excite the audience for the continuation of the series, it instead sparked a firestorm of criticism across social media. Fans of the show, who had grown attached to Cavill’s Geralt, expressed their displeasure at what they viewed as an ill-fitting replacement. Many took to Twitter, Reddit, and various other platforms to voice their discontent, often lashing out at both Netflix and Hemsworth himself.
In a fiery social media post, Hemsworth didn’t mince words. “Forget the old Geralt,” he wrote, “now I’m the new Geralt. I’m ready to bring my own spin to this character. For those who still can’t move on from Henry Cavill’s version, I get it—but I’m here to bring something fresh, something exciting. Geralt is still the same character you love. I will make him my own.”
His bold statement was a clear message to the fans and to Cavill, who had left the show for reasons that remain somewhat unclear but were widely speculated to be related to his differences with the show’s direction. Some reports suggested that Cavill’s departure was due to creative differences with Netflix, while others pointed to his increasing commitments to the Superman franchise.
However, Hemsworth’s post quickly escalated tensions, and the reactions have been mixed. While some fans appreciated his confidence and dedication to the role, others took offense at his dismissive tone towards the legacy of Cavill’s Geralt. “How dare he act like he’s replacing Henry Cavill so easily,” one fan wrote on Twitter. “Cavill brought something incredible to that role. Hemsworth doesn’t have the gravitas.”
On the other hand, some Hemsworth supporters were quick to defend the actor, stating that every actor brings their own interpretation of a character. “Give Liam a chance,” one fan said. “Cavill’s Geralt was great, but we need to see where Hemsworth can take the character. Who knows, it might be just as good—or even better.”
The backlash isn’t just from fans. Henry Cavill himself has remained quiet about the recent developments. After making a heartfelt departure from the show, Cavill expressed gratitude for his time as Geralt but also made it clear that he was excited to move on to new projects. Fans had hoped that Cavill would be more involved in the future of The Witcher, especially since he was such a huge advocate for the series’ authenticity to the books. But with Hemsworth now firmly taking the reins, it’s clear that the show is entering a new chapter—whether fans are ready for it or not.
As The Witcher fans continue to debate and voice their opinions on the change, one thing is certain: the upcoming season will be a turning point for the series. Whether Hemsworth can win over the hearts of Cavill’s fans remains to be seen. But for now, the actor’s defiant stance seems to signal that he’s not backing down and that he intends to make Geralt his own.
In the end, only time will tell if Hemsworth’s Geralt will be accepted, or if The Witcher will find itself caught in the middle of a fierce fan war between old loyalties and new blood.
For now, though, Liam Hemsworth has spoken: “Forget the old Geralt, now I’m the new Geralt.”
