Liam Hemsworth will replace Henry Cavill as Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher season 4, and the actor’s $3.3 billion movie franchise proves he’ll be able to do so successfully. After Cavill’s impressive stint as The Witcher‘s lead, Hemsworth has big shoes to fill heading into the next outing of Netflix’s fantasy series. Season 4’s Geralt recast has proven disappointing and surprising for many fans of the franchise, despite the fact that Hemsworth is a worthy successor to Cavill. And even though Hemsworth is inspiring confidence through his interest in the role, he’ll have to work to win fans over.

Fortunately, Hemsworth’s best movies — from Triangle to The Dressmaker — prove he’s capable of giving standout performances. And the actor’s role in the $3.3 billion Hunger Games franchise is perhaps the greatest proof that he can handle the role of Geralt. While The Witcher season 4 will no doubt be an adjustment, Hemsworth could come out of it earning praise from the show’s fan base. His take on the titular Witcher could even be better than Cavill’s Geralt in some ways. His experience with The Hunger Games franchise sets him up for success.

Liam Hemsworth’s Hunger Games Role Is A Surprising Endorsement Of His Ability To Play Geralt

He Can Pull From His Experience Playing Gale Hawthorne

Hemsworth plays Gale Hawthorne in The Hunger Games franchise, and it’s probably his most memorable role to date. Although Gale is a somewhat divisive character, the actor portrays him impressively. He masterfully captures Gale’s intensity and rage towards the Capitol, and he also conveys his character’s loyalty when it comes to the people he cares about. While Gale and Geralt are very different characters, they have these qualities in common. This means Hemsworth can tap into his experience playing Gale while bringing Geralt to life.

The fact that Hemsworth goes from quiet and brooding to heated and passionate in The Hunger Games is further evidence that he can capture the various shades of Geralt’s personality.

The fact that Hemsworth goes from quiet and brooding to heated and passionate in The Hunger Games is further evidence that he can capture the various shades of Geralt’s personality. You wouldn’t necessarily expect a dystopian YA series like The Hunger Games to prepare the actor for The Witcher. However, it does prove a surprising endorsement of his abilities. It’s not just the characters’ common traits that inspire confidence in Hemsworth’s Geralt, either. The Hunger Games also proves he can handle adaptations.

The Hunger Games Proves The Actor Can Handle Adapted Characters Like The Witcher’s Geralt

He Seems Interested In Getting The Character Right

Hemsworth’s time as Gale suggests he’ll get Geralt’s broody and protective personality right, but there’s another element of The Hunger Games that will help him succeed in The Witcher. Both The Hunger Games movies and The Witcher are adapted from beloved source material, and the actor’s experience with the former confirms he can handle that. While Gale doesn’t have a fan base on par with Geralt’s, there are expectations of what his character should look like on-screen. Hemsworth exceeds those, pulling Gale straight from the pages.

This means he can accurately portray adapted characters, making it more likely his Geralt will please longtime fans of The Witcher books and games. In fact, Hemsworth is already committed to getting Geralt’s characterization correct. During an appearance on Live With Kelly & Mark, The Witcher star revealed that he dug into the books and TV show after Netflix offered him the role. He’s also a fan of the Witcher video games, further emphasizing what a perfect choice he is. The Hunger Games proves Hemsworth can play established characters, but his dedication should really drive that point home.

The Witcher Will Be Liam Hemsworth’s Biggest Project Since The Dystopian Franchise

It Marks An Exciting Point In The Hunger Games Star’s Career

Hemsworth really needs to sell his version of Geralt to audiences, as The Witcher could catapult him to even greater fame. The Netflix series is easily his biggest project since the YA dystopian series, though he’s been acting consistently since his time as Gale. However, Hemsworth’s filmography mostly consists of smaller titles, especially compared to blockbusters like The Hunger Games. The Witcher brings him back to the world of major franchises, and if he’s successful as Geralt, he could crop up in other major movies and shows.

The Witcher season 4 doesn’t have a confirmed release date, but it’s expected to premiere sometime in 2025.

The Witcher is a bigger deal for Hemsworth, too, as it places him in a far more important role than The Hunger Games did. Geralt is the main character of The Witcher, while Gale is a supporting player in The Hunger Games — and one who is often off-screen, as he isn’t forced into the arena. Geralt will shine a spotlight on Hemsworth’s acting talents, proving the true test of his ability to bring an iconic character to life. We’ll see how he does when The Witcher season 4 finally debuts. Fortunately, his history and comments seem promising.