Thanks to its passionate fan base, the television adaption of The Witcher is one of the hottest properties on Netflix’s slate and the streaming service hopes the show will not only succeed HBO’s Game of Thrones as the leading epic fantasy on the air, but also beat off stiff competition from Amazon’s Lord of the Rings and HBO’s very own Game of Thrones prequel(s).
It’s starting to all feel very real because we’re told exclusively that the lead role (Geralt) has been offered to an actor. We’re fully expecting a very divided response from the passionate fan base when it’s announced. I can’t say much more, but I will say it’s a super choice.
So, tell me, Gossipers:
Who is our actor?
PS: The rest of the cast is mostly unknowns.
Henry Cavill & The Witcher
The Story: Henry Cavill to Star in ‘Witcher’ Series at Netflix
Blind Posting: 27/08/18
Popular Guesses: Henry Cavill / Idris Elba
I told you about it last week and we have already have confirmation with Netflix announcing that Henry Cavill, the current Superman actor, has been cast as Geralt in their upcoming television adaptation of the popular book and video game series, The Witcher.
Cavill reportedly campaigned hard for the role behind-the-scenes and The Witcher showrunner even claim to have had the Superman star audition four months ago.
I couldn’t have made this one more obvious with the “super” hint thrown in there. Expect Netflix to announce the rest of the cast in coming weeks and do not be surprised to see quite a diverse cast without any huge names.
I suppose I’ll have to start watching this to swoon.
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Same and I don’t even like fantasy! 😉
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tgl delivering with the tea.
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I guess their HBO source has moved over to Netflix now?
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I would love to hear more about what happens behind-the-scenes at Netflix. Nobody seems to know what they get up to over there.
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Even the Kevin Spacey situation was covered up really well and apparently he was fucking twinks in his trailers between every take.
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I feel like half of Hollywood is fucking thinks in trailers. That’s showbiz.
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Everyone except Tom Cruise! Do you wanna get sued?
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Maybe that’s the real reason Harvey Weinstein was really kicked out.
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their hbo blinds are still usually on point.
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I wonder if it is actually a Henry Cavill source. Blinds about him seem to be cropping up lately. Remember when every third blind was about Nicole Kidman?
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That’s a really good point. Armed Amy usually keeps an eye on who GL sources seem to be. She was the one who originally pointed out that it’s clear they have a HBO source. Now I’m curious if she’s also noticed what you mentioned…
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TGL admitted to having friends on Kidman’s staff once. Mia is definitely onto something with them having a Cavill source.
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Nobody has been that obsessed with Nicole Kidman since Tom Cruise in 1990, dear.
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Don’t forget their wrestling source!!
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Saw all the headlines today and the first thing I thought about was GL.
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This seems like a huge get for Netflix. I’ve never known of a current superhero actor taking a role on a television show…
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Netflix signed up Emma Stone and Jonah Hill just based on a premise and Cary Fukunaga. Nothing is impossible for their negotiating team apparently.
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Clearly they have the best coke.
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I really wonder how much he gets paid for a gig like this. A mil an episode?
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Not even close. I have no idea, but I would guess low 6 figures…
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I know this will be controversial, but I really am not sure how I feel about the rest of the cast being unknowns and diverse.
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Welcome to fucking 2018.
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As a Witcher fan, this makes me very nervous. The devotees who pushed for the show to be made have a VERY clear idea of how their characters should be brought to life; after all, they have plenty of source material.
I’m still willing to keep an open mind until I see it. It’s just very worrisome if loyal fans expect one thing and Netflix instead sacrifices source material to reach a new audience.
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I’ve no particularly feelings on the Cavill situation, but the fact that the showrunner has never even “ran” a show before is a big worry.
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Look at what Netflix have done to Iron Fist. Enough said.
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Isn’t Cavill up for a contract renewal as Superman soon? I wonder what this means for that.
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Didn’t even bloody consider that. DC wiping out the entire cast and starting again?? Can’t see Affleck coming back!!
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Because what the DC Film Universe needs more of is continuity issues.
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That would be like the biggest disaster EVER. At least since casting Amber Heard.
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old ass picture of when his hairline was fly af.
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It’s less than a year ago! I’ve become a fan since he grew that moustache, so I’ll be watching this show.
Thanks for the pic DL!
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looks like the tudors time, but if you’re right then you’re right. he is fine af sometimes and i dont even like white chocolate.
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I firmly believe English men make the moustache a creepy facial accessory. Only the French and the Italian make it fabulous.
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It also looks like they styled his hair to cover the receding hairline. Strategic placement of hair.
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Looks good to me. Give me the man with a side of fries and some quac!!!
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topkek. enjoy the hair.
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