Geralt of Rivia is back in action, and fans of The Witcher series will be thrilled to hear that Doug Cockle, the iconic voice of Geralt from the video games, is reprising his role. Netflix's latest venture into the Witcher universe, "The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep," is an animated film set during Season 1 of the Netflix series. This spin-off promises to delve deeper into the Continent, offering fans a new perspective on the beloved monster hunter.
In his review for IGN, critic Jarrod Jones notes that, "While the pairing of Cockle’s Geralt and Joey Batey’s Jaskier has its charms, only diehards will appreciate the appeal of this Witcher crossover." Whether you're a diehard fan or just looking for something to tide you over until The Witcher 4, Sirens of the Deep might be worth checking out.
If you're curious about where to watch "The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep" or how it fits into the broader Witcher timeline, here's everything you need to know:
Where to Stream The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep
"The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep" is available to stream exclusively on Netflix. With recent price adjustments, a standalone Netflix subscription now starts at $7.99 per month. Unfortunately, Netflix no longer offers a free trial period.
What Is The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep About?
Based on the works of Andrzej Sapkowski, "The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep" adapts the short story "A Little Sacrifice" from the second Witcher book, "Sword of Destiny." The movie is set between episodes 5 and 6 of Season 1 of the Netflix series. Here's the official synopsis:
*Hired to probe seaside village attacks, mutant monster hunter Geralt unravels an age-old conflict between humans and sea people that threatens war between kingdoms. Aided by allies, he must solve the mystery before hostilities escalate.*
What Else Is in The Witcher Universe?
The Witcher saga began as a book series by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski, centered on the monster hunter Geralt of Rivia and rooted in Slavic mythology. CD Projekt Red brought the tales to life with their first Witcher game in 2007, and the series, especially The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, became critically acclaimed RPGs. The success led to various spin-offs and collaborations, including a real-life Gwent card game. The Witcher 4, featuring a new protagonist, was announced at the 2024 Game Awards.
Netflix joined the Witcher franchise in 2019 with a live-action series, which has now seen three seasons with Henry Cavill as Geralt. The upcoming fourth season, set to premiere in April, will mark the debut of Liam Hemsworth in the role of Geralt.
The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep Voice Cast and Crew
"The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep" was penned by Mike Ostrowski and Rae Benjamin, who also contributed to the live-action series, and directed by Kang Hei Chul. The animation was a collaborative effort between Studio Mir, Poland's Platige Image, and Hivemind.
The film features a stellar voice cast, including:
- Doug Cockle as Geralt of Rivia
- Joey Batey as Jaskier
- Anya Chalotra as Yennefer of Vengerberg
- Christina Wren as Essi Daven
- Emily Carey as Sh'eenaz
Sirens of the Deep Rating and Runtime
"The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep" is rated MA and has a runtime of one hour and 31 minutes.
