By Stepping into someone’s shoes in a well-liked position is inevitably going to attract some scrutiny, but in the instance of Liam Hemsworth taking on the White Wolf hairstyle once held by Henry Cavill in The Witcher, the fresh Geralt of Netflix’s acclaimed fantasy series had to implement some significant measures.
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly prior to the upcoming season launching on the streaming platform, Hemsworth discussed his endeavor to remain concentrated on the task at hand while disregarding the opinions of fans regarding the newcomer on The Continent.
“There was quite a bit of chatter, and I needed to set that aside. It began to turn into a distraction. I have handled that type of thing frequently in the past and, you know, in the end, I adore creating films and I love narrating tales and performing,” Hemsworth articulated. Consequently, he adopted the most rational strategy when faced with such a significant role and one that a vast audience was vigilantly observing and expressing their feelings about. “I simply don’t want any of that to influence my approach to the narrative that I’m attempting to convey. I distanced myself from social media and the internet for the majority of last year.”
The Witcher’s showrunner, Lauren S. Hissrich, has recently spoken out regarding Cavill’s significant choice to depart from the series in 2022. However, one reassuring aspect to note is the confidence that has been bestowed upon Hemsworth and the awareness that the appropriate replacement has been secured. “I believe he understood that he was stepping into substantial footwear. It was essential for him to maintain certain elements for continuity — and also some aspects that he could create, allowing his Geralt to stand independently.”
We will observe how the new Geralt carries himself when The Witcher makes its return (albeit