Netflix's Witcher Animated Movie Premieres in February 2025
Netflix is set to enchant fans with the latest addition to The Witcher universe, an animated movie titled The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep, premiering on February 11, 2025. Dive into the details of this much-anticipated film!
A Seaside Adventure in the Continent
Announced by Netflix Tudum, The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep draws inspiration from Andrzej Sapkowski's short story "A Little Sacrifice" from the collection Sword of Destiny. This animated feature transports viewers to a seaside village embroiled in a centuries-old conflict between humans and merpeople. In a departure from battling typical monsters like Basilisks and Cockatrices, Geralt of Rivia faces the unique challenge of confronting merpeople.
The voice of Geralt will once again be brought to life by Doug Cockle, while Joey Batey and Anya Chalotra reprise their roles as Jaskier and Yennefer of Vengerberg, respectively. Christina Wren, known from the Will Trent TV series, joins the cast as the voice of a new character, Essi Daven.
Andrzej Sapkowski, the mastermind behind The Witcher novels, serves as a creative consultant for the film. The screenplay is penned by Mike Ostrowski and Rae Benjamin, who are also writers for the live-action series. Kang Hei Chul, previously the storyboard artist for The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf, directs this cinematic venture.
Synchronized with The Witcher's Live-Action Series
The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep is strategically set between episodes 5 and 6 of The Witcher's first season, specifically following the events of "Bottled Appetites." After Geralt and Yennefer's fateful meeting in Rinde, Geralt is commissioned by a mysterious kingdom to tackle a monstrous threat near its shores.
Given the geographical context of Rinde, which lies close to the shores of Redania and Temeria, the film is likely set in this region. Speculation points toward Bremervoord City in Temeria, ruled by Duke Agloval, as the potential setting, aligning with the backdrop of "A Little Sacrifice." As the release date approaches, fans eagerly await to see how closely the movie adheres to the original short story.
This animated movie promises to be a thrilling addition to The Witcher saga, offering fans both a fresh narrative and a deeper dive into the beloved universe.
