The Witcher (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2001, The Witcher is a fantasy and adventure film directed by Marek Brodzki, running about 130 minutes. “Destiny is a double-edged sword” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Adapted from a series of fantasy novels by the polish author Andrzej Sapkowski, The Witcher tells the tale of Geralt, one of a few remaining "witchers" — traveling monster hunters for hire, gifted with unnatural powers.
Who’s in it. The Witcher stars Michal Zebrowski as Geralt z Rivii, wiedźmin, Maciej Kozłowski as Gwidon/hrabia Falwick, Zbigniew Zamachowski as Jaskier and Grażyna Wolszczak as Yennefer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Witcher has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Witcher page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Witcher tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Witcher (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Witcher change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Witcher worth watching?
- The Witcher holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Witcher?
- The Witcher stars Michal Zebrowski, Maciej Kozłowski, Zbigniew Zamachowski, Grażyna Wolszczak and Maciej Łagodziński.
- When was The Witcher released?
- The Witcher was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.