Geralt of Rivia Returns in Animated Netflix Film: Sirens of the Deep
The voice of Geralt from the acclaimed Witcher video games, Doug Cockle, reprises his iconic role in Netflix's latest animated offering, The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep. This spin-off movie, set during Season 1 of the Netflix live-action series, delves into a new adventure on the Continent.
IGN critic Jarrod Jones notes in his review that while the pairing of Cockle's Geralt and Joey Batey's Jaskier (from the live-action series) has its appeal, its primary draw may be limited to dedicated Witcher fans. Nevertheless, it might serve as a satisfying bridge to the highly anticipated Witcher 4.
Where to Stream Sirens of the Deep
The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep streams exclusively on Netflix. Subscriptions start at $7.99/month; a free trial is not currently available.
What is Sirens of the Deep About?
Based on Andrzej Sapkowski's short story "A Little Sacrifice," Sirens of the Deep unfolds between episodes 5 and 6 of the Netflix series. The official synopsis:
Hired to investigate attacks on a coastal village, mutant monster hunter Geralt uncovers an ancient conflict between humans and sea folk, threatening inter-kingdom war. With allies at his side, he must resolve the mystery before hostilities escalate.
The Broader Witcher Universe
The Witcher franchise originated with Sapkowski's book series, inspiring the critically acclaimed video games by CD Projekt Red, particularly The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The games have spawned numerous spin-offs and collaborations, including the popular Gwent card game. The Witcher 4, featuring a new protagonist, was announced at the 2024 Game Awards.
Netflix's live-action series, starring Henry Cavill (seasons 1-3) and Liam Hemsworth (season 4 onwards), further expanded the franchise. Season 4 is slated for an April release.
Voice Cast and Crew
Sirens of the Deep, written by Mike Ostrowski and Rae Benjamin (also writers for the live-action series) and directed by Kang Hei Chul, boasts a stellar voice cast:
- 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
Animation was a collaborative effort between Studio Mir, Platige Image (Poland), and Hivemind.
Rating and Runtime
The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep is rated MA and has a runtime of 1 hour and 31 minutes.
