2. Richard Armitage
If you’re a fan of riveting action and heart-stopping drama, you might’ve already wondered what it would be like to see Richard Armitage don the iconic white hair and suit up as our beloved Geralt of Rivia. Armitage’s journey through fantasy lands and intense sword fights as the charismatic Guy of Gisborne in Robin Hood and the sturdy dwarf king Thorin Oakenshield in The Hobbit trilogy has given him quite a few brownie points in the genre. And, frankly, I wouldn’t be opposed to seeing him take a stab at playing the Butcher of Blaviken.
Now, any hardcore Witcher fan will tell you that one of Geralt’s defining traits is that deep, gravelly voice. Think Batman, but make it fantasy. Henry Cavill and Doug Cockle, the two most notable voices behind Geralt, have absolutely nailed this aspect of the character. But if you’ve seen Netflix’s masterpiece, Castlevania, you know Armitage can pull it off with flying colors. His portrayal of Trevor Belmont gave us chills and proved that he could bring the right blend of grit and charm to our favorite Witcher.
So, Richard Armitage for Geralt, anyone? We’re just saying, Netflix.
1. Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
A familiar face to all of us Game of Thrones addicts, Coster-Waldau has earned his fantasy stripes with a sword in hand. But what if we traded in that shiny Lannister gold for the weather-beaten leathers of Geralt of Rivia?
Coster-Waldau, our Danish darling, seems like he was born to roam the wilds of The Continent. With his chiseled jawline, rugged charisma, and icy gaze, he fits Geralt’s bill perfectly. In fact, fan art with Coster-Waldau replacing Cavill is gaining traction, and it’s a sight for sore eyes – almost like gazing at Geralt right out of the Witcher games.
But Geralt is more than just a fearsome appearance; he’s a man of depth, a caring father figure when he needs to be. And we’ve seen Coster-Waldau pull off this duality with ease, flipping from a hardened warrior to a vulnerable figure in Game of Thrones.
After the direction the show took in the second season, I’m a little nervous and anxious to see just what Netflix will have in store for us fans. Hopefully, it’s enough to bounce back from the deep disappointment of replacing Cavill.