Witcher animated film shows hope for the upcoming Liam Hemsworth live-action era
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The Witcher was originally a fantasy novel series by Andrzej Sapkowski. But now it has expanded into a multimedia franchise with a successful video game trilogy, a live-action TV series, and an animated film.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt made the franchise reach new heights, but the Netflix live-action series brought Geralt's world to a broader audience. However, its ambitious storytelling divided fans.
In 2025, The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep continues this legacy, offering an exciting new chapter as an animated film that unexpectedly connects the live-action show and the video game universe.
The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep is an animated film loosely based on the short story 'A Little Sacrifice' from Sword of Destiny. The story follows the conflict between humans and merfolk, focusing on the romance between Agloval, a human prince, and Sh'eenaz, a merprincess.
Their relationship, meant to ease tensions, is threatened by betrayal and political scheming, particularly from Sh'eenaz's aunt, Melusina. Dealing with a breakup from Yennefer, Geralt is drawn into the conflict after being hired to kill a monster. His journey leads him into a web of lies, violence, and tragic love.
Sirens of the Deep combines emotions with ruthless political scheming, staying true to The Witcher's darker tone. The film offers brutal action, with stunning animation by Studio MIR.
The opening fight with an Allamorax sea monster sets the tone, showing fluid and violent battle choreography. The beautifully designed merfolk and their detailed underwater world enrich the world of Witcher more than before. Geralt's journey is more entertaining because of his dynamic with Jaskier, a standout feature of the film.
Doug Cockle returns as Geralt, bringing his iconic hoarse voice from the video games, adding a nostalgic touch and authenticity. Joey Batey's portrayal of Jaskier makes his wit and charm perfectly complement Geralt's brooding nature, making their bond integral to the film's success.
Anya Chalotra, who plays Yennefer in the TV series, also lends her voice to the project.
However, her role is less prominent, and her performance is less memorable than in the live-action series. The film star is Emily Carey as Sh'eenaz, whose portrayal of the conflicted merprincess makes the character more than a mere plot device.
The cliffhanger ending sets up an enjoyable future for the Witcher universe, particularly for fans looking forward to the upcoming sequel of the live-action series starring Liam Hemsworth as Geralt.
The film also hints at the direction the series may take, with new characters and unresolved plot points suggesting that Geralt's journey is far from over.
The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep offers thrilling action, beautiful animation, and the franchise's core strengths: complex characters and epic fights. While its rushed 90-minute pacing may not win over every fan, it's an enjoyable ride for long-time Witcher fans.