"The Witcher" is an amazing show based on famous works that has captivated a huge number of people worldwide.
Episode 5 of Season 2 is expected to be released on December 17, 2021. This information was announced by executive producer Jarek Sawko.
Gerald continued to fight against greedy enemies. The guy is preparing for new achievements, but does not forget about his roots.
Plot
The butcher from Blaviken copes with an overwhelming burden that has been placed on his shoulders. It is not the first time for him to kill merciless monsters and fight against hated enemies. At first, he tried not to interfere in state affairs and not to participate in large-scale upheavals. But the communication with two girls, who left a mark on his destiny, forced him to act decisively.
Episode 5 of Season 2 Preview
Gerald finds himself at a dead end and tries to deal with the trouble with minimal losses. The man tells Ciri to run in an unknown direction. In the forest, desperate travelers encounter a cunning and treacherous monster. The betrayal of a man from a close circle will not be long in coming. Allies will have to make a painful choice that will affect the course of events.
Shooting
The filming process was planned to start in mid-February 2021. It was possible to start work even earlier than expected. But the epidemic forced it to be suspended. The pandemic did not prevent the television workers from resuming their activities, complying with safety measures.
The fifth episode was directed by the unsurpassed master of his craft, Ed Bazalgette, who gained fame after launching the cult creation called "Doctor Who".
Actors
The talented cast of actors is constantly expanding with new members who add uniqueness to the project.
The role of Philippa was confidently performed by the lovely Cassie Clare, noticed in TV series "Grace" and "Irregular Parts".
The role of Lutik was entrusted to Joey Batey, who appeared in the multi-series detective "Strike".
Mahesh Jadu became Vilgefortz, known for the thrilling films "The Oven" and "Sorry, Brother!".
Lars Mikkelsen played the role of Stregobor, who participated in the movies "Knife Thrower" and "Professionals".
Facts about the show:
- When discussing the series during the presentation of the prepared video footage, which took place at the WitcherCon event, a minor inaccuracy was made. The fifth episode was translated as "Turn to Escape". To understand the true meaning of these words, it is necessary to understand the context. Some fans support the translation "Turn Away", which is considered more accurate.
- Haley Hall diligently worked on the script. Despite her little experience, the ambitious woman put her soul into the invented plot, which turned out to be worth attention.
- In the logo, viewers see an image of scales. This allows us to draw conclusions that the key characters will doubt their decisions.
- Fans of Sapkowski's books sharply opposed the participation of the charming and well-groomed heartthrob Henry Cavill in the project. But after applying makeup, fans were convinced that the artist is capable of coping with a challenging image.
