The Netflix original series The Witcher, based on the novel series of the same name by Andrzej Sapkowsk, follows monster hunter Geralt of Rivia (Henry Cavill) as he navigates a fantasy world filled with supernatural creatures and political conspiring. Season one of The Witcher premiered to positive audience reviews, which applauded Cavill’s performance and the show’s unconventional yet effective storytelling methods (especially for those familiar with the books and video games). However, viewers have since grown quite disappointed with the latter seasons. 

While critics have grown increasingly impressed, with the show’s latest installment earning an impressive 84% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes, general audiences panned the latest entry, leading to a 44% audience score. Though audiences aren’t exactly happy with the show’s trajectory, they’re still watching…and we may have some ideas as to why based on the Twitter reactions to season 3. 

The on-screen chemistry between Geralt and Yennefer (Anya Chalotra) is intense!

Geralt and Yennefer 💜 #TheWitcher pic.twitter.com/44jAeAMmd0

— White Wolf ✵‿.•*´¯*✵ (@WhiteWolf_14) July 2, 2023

never moving on from this btw #thewitcher pic.twitter.com/IQG7GZ1l9I

— ` (@dramafudge) July 1, 2023

yenralt has my whole heart , i need to edit them asap #TheWitcher pic.twitter.com/JcPU9DfvQk

— mel ❀ (@hcsiequake) July 1, 2023

THE WAY I FORGOT HOW TO BREATHE FOR A SECOND OMG THEY'RE INSANE #TheWitcher pic.twitter.com/39juQICUdI

— rhaenyra targaryen's lawyer (@Targ_Nation) June 30, 2023

The father-daughter bonding is just too cute

Geralt, Ciri, and Yennifer are one big (kinda) happy family.

The Witcher Season 3 Volume 1 is now on Netflix. pic.twitter.com/zaiVTG4BMo

— Netflix (@netflix) June 29, 2023

father and daughter #TheWitcher pic.twitter.com/eC6rZccVZm

— best of henry cavill (@henryfiIes) June 29, 2023

That Cavill smirk is enough to keep us watching (actually, Cavill’s face in general keeps us engaged)

Geralt learned..
He learned to smile 😊 pic.twitter.com/sKWTNQnjPb

— the witcher season 3🐺⚔ (@goldencavill) July 4, 2023

Me: I'm watching #TheWitcher for the plot.

The plot: pic.twitter.com/RBAPwfg4oM

— sly (@scorpiolikeyou) June 29, 2023

I watch The Witcher for the plot.

The plot: pic.twitter.com/vcZGoODpdV

— Curio (@Curio0_0) July 4, 2023

Just Yennefer will do

yennefer smiling you’re welcome #TheWitcher pic.twitter.com/5vv5hdAFlp

— yennefer’s defense attorney (@yencirilla) June 29, 2023

Me: I'm watching #TheWitcher for the plot.

The plot: pic.twitter.com/ttQnBDShuC

— st (@startefacts_) June 29, 2023

Me: I'm watching #TheWitcher for the plot.

The plot: pic.twitter.com/5DstUHhjJ9

— Duke Of Jos¹ (@Ahkeem_) July 3, 2023

It’s good fun (even if we’re a bit lost)

I enjoy watching The Witcher – I like the vibe and the action.

I have no idea what's going on and have never been better than "vague" on the plot in any of the seasons.

I couldn't even tell you who a good third of the people are are or what they want.

— Mark Lawrence (@Mark__Lawrence) June 30, 2023

Liam Hemsworth has some big shoes to fill when he replaces Cavill in season 4

💣💣 Only Henry Cavill can play The Witcher 💣💣 pic.twitter.com/Ajb2sSgAm3

— Henry Cavill's Corner (@HenryCavill_UHD) July 4, 2023

The makeup, the hair, the costumes — it’s all so beautiful

the hair department wasn't playing when it came to philippa's hair #TheWitcher pic.twitter.com/tqOdIFNhwJ

— yennefer of vengerberg enthusiast (@falkasfury) June 29, 2023

The cast is stunning

me watching the witcher season 3 pic.twitter.com/0YYgHnyY3f

— mac – witcher spoilers (@starlessgold) June 30, 2023