Stream 'The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep' - Its Place in the Timeline Explained

Geralt of Rivia is back, and fans of the iconic monster hunter from the Witcher games will be thrilled to hear that Doug Cockle, the voice behind Geralt, is returning in Netflix's latest addition to its "Witcher Universe." The animated film, "The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep," is a spin-off set during Season 1 of the Netflix series, offering a fresh dive into the Continent's lore.

In his review for IGN, critic Jarrod Jones notes that while the combination of Cockle's Geralt and Joey Batey's Jaskier brings its own charm, "Sirens of the Deep" might primarily appeal to diehard fans of the Witcher crossover. However, it could serve as a delightful interlude for fans eagerly awaiting "The Witcher 4."

If you're curious about where to watch "Sirens of the Deep" or how it fits into the broader Witcher timeline, here's what you need to know:

### The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep

0See it at Netflix"The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep" is available exclusively on Netflix. With the recent price adjustments, a standalone Netflix subscription starts at $7.99 per month. Unfortunately, there is no free trial available.

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0See it at AmazonThe Witcher universe, inspired by Andrzej Sapkowski's writings, sees "Sirens of the Deep" adapting the short story "A Little Sacrifice" from the second book, a collection of short stories. The film is set between episodes 5 and 6 of Season 1 of the Netflix series. Here's the official synopsis:

Hired to probe seaside village attacks, mutant monster hunter Geralt unravels an age-old conflict between humans and sea people that threatens war between kingdoms. Aided by allies, he must solve the mystery before hostilities escalate.

What Else Is in The Witcher Universe?

The Witcher saga began as a book series by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski, chronicling the adventures of Geralt in a world steeped in Slavic mythology. CD Projekt Red brought the saga to video games with the first Witcher game in 2007. The series, especially "The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt," has been critically acclaimed, leading to numerous spin-offs and collaborations, including a real-life version of the Gwent card game. "The Witcher 4," featuring a new protagonist, was announced at the 2024 Game Awards.

Netflix joined the fray in 2019 with its live-action adaptation, which has produced three seasons so far, starring Henry Cavill as Geralt. The upcoming fourth season, set to premiere in April, will introduce Liam Hemsworth as the new Geralt.

The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep Voice Cast and Crew

"The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep" was penned by Mike Ostrowski and Rae Benjamin, who also contributed to the live-action series, and directed by Kang Hei Chul. The animation was a collaborative effort between Studio Mir, Poland's Platige Image, and Hivemind.

Doug Cockle reprises his role as Geralt, joined by other cast members from the live-action series. Here's the complete voice cast for the movie:

Doug Cockle as Geralt of RiviaJoey Batey as JaskierAnya Chalotra as Yennefer of VengerbergChristina Wren as Essi DavenEmily Carey as Sh'eenaz### Sirens of the Deep Rating and Runtime

"The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep" is rated MA and has a runtime of one hour and 31 minutes.