Geralt of Rivia, the iconic monster hunter from the beloved Witcher games, is making a triumphant return, this time in Netflix's expanding "Witcher Universe." The latest addition, "Sirens of the Deep," is an animated film that serves as a spin-off set during Season 1 of the Netflix series. Fans will be thrilled to hear that Doug Cockle, the voice behind Geralt in the games, reprises his role in this new adventure.

In his review for IGN, critic Jarrod Jones notes that while the combination of Cockle's Geralt and Joey Batey's Jaskier brings a certain charm, "Sirens of the Deep" might primarily appeal to diehard fans of the Witcher franchise. However, it could serve as a delightful interlude for fans eagerly awaiting the release of The Witcher 4.

If you're curious about where to watch "Sirens of the Deep" or how it fits into the broader Witcher timeline, here's what you need to know:

The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep

0See it at Netflix

"The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep" is available exclusively on Netflix. With the recent price adjustments, a standalone Netflix subscription starts at $7.99 per month. Unfortunately, there is no free trial available for new subscribers.

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0See it at Amazon

The entire Witcher "universe" is rooted in the works of Andrzej Sapkowski, and "Sirens of the Deep" specifically adapts the short story "A Little Sacrifice" from the second Witcher book, a collection of short stories. The film is set during Season 1 of the Netflix series, between episodes 5 and 6. Here's the official synopsis:

*Hired to investigate attacks on a seaside village, the mutant monster hunter Geralt uncovers an ancient conflict between humans and sea people that threatens to escalate into war between kingdoms. With the help of his allies, he must solve the mystery before the situation worsens.*

What Else Is in The Witcher Universe?

The Witcher saga began as a series of novels by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski, chronicling the adventures of Geralt of Rivia in a world steeped in Slavic mythology. Inspired by these books, CD Projekt Red launched the first Witcher game in 2007. The series, especially "The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt," has been hailed as one of the greatest RPGs ever, leading to numerous spin-offs and collaborations, including a real-life version of the Gwent card game. The much-anticipated "The Witcher 4," featuring a new protagonist, was announced at the 2024 Game Awards.

Netflix joined the fray in 2019 with its live-action adaptation of The Witcher, which has now completed three seasons with Henry Cavill in the lead role. The upcoming fourth season, set to premiere in April, will introduce Liam Hemsworth as 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.

Doug Cockle returns to voice Geralt, joined by other cast members from the live-action show. Here is the complete voice cast for the movie:

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.