LONDON:

Netflix fantasy series The Witcher returns to screens after more than two years with a new lead actor and a fresh tone, its makers say.

The new instalment, which starts streaming on Thursday, sees Australian actor Liam Hemsworth taking over the role of Geralt of Rivia from Henry Cavill, who played the monster hunter since the series began in 2019 and stepped down after 2023's season three.

The show is based on Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski's books, and follows Geralt as he hunts monsters in a fantasy realm known as the Continent.

"It was definitely an interesting decision to make, it's a unique situation," Hemsworth said of taking over the role mid-series. "It wasn't lost on me that there's a massive, passionate fan base that really care about this character and this world

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