The Witcher season 5 is rumored to be delayed until 2027 — and I'm concerned about the finale of the Netflix fantasy series
The Witcher season 5 might not arrive until 2027. But will it even be worth the wait?
Reports suggest that The Witcher season 5 may not debut until 2027, after being quietly removed from Netflix’s promotional sites. While Netflix has not yet confirmed this news, it is believed to have been pushed back to next year. The upcoming season aims to conclude the Geralt, Yennefer, and Ciri saga, set against a continent-wide war.
However, the delay has left fans concerned, especially following the underwhelming fourth season. Editor Jasmine Valentine expressed disappointment in the recap of season three and noted the show's lowest Rotten Tomatoes score of 59% and 19% audience score. With confusing lore and a divisive Liam Hemsworth replacing Henry Cavill as Geralt, the long wait for season 5 feels frustrating.
While history shows that good shows can benefit from delays, such as Apple TV's Severance, The Witcher faces significant challenges to deliver a satisfying finale. Fans are left hoping that the delay will result in a better season than the previous one, but the prospect of a two-year or longer wait could leave a sour taste. Official confirmation from Netflix is still pending, but The Witcher season 5's 2026 debut appears increasingly unlikely.
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