Geralt of Rivia — a genetically enhanced monster hunter for hire, known as a Witcher. Wandering through a war-torn, morally ambiguous world filled with magic, beasts, and political intrigue, Geralt faces deadly creatures and even deadlier humans. As he struggles with his identity and destiny, his path becomes entwined with powerful sorcerers, elusive prophecies, and a mysterious child marked by fate. Adapted from the short stories by Andrzej Sapkowski, the series offers a darker, introspective take on the legendary White Wolf.
This 2002 Polish series was the first live-action adaptation of Andrzej Sapkowski’s The Witcher universe, predating the popular Netflix version by nearly two decades.
The series was created using footage from the 2001 feature film Wiedźmin and expanded with additional scenes. Many viewers noticed the reused content, which led to criticism of its production value.
Andrzej Sapkowski, the author of The Witcher books, publicly expressed dissatisfaction with the series and the film, saying he was disappointed with how his work was portrayed on screen.
While the series aimed to stay close to the source material, especially the short stories from The Last Wish and Sword of Destiny, its pacing and editing were often criticized for being disjointed due to the film-to-series adaptation method.
Despite its flaws, the show has developed a cult following in Poland, with fans appreciating its early attempt to bring Geralt of Rivia to life and its gritty, Slavic atmosphere.
