Henry Cavill’s departure from “The Witcher” after three seasons has left fans wondering about the reasons behind his decision. While the actor did not provide a specific explanation, there have been various speculations and rumors surrounding the matter.
One possible reason is Cavill’s return to the role of Superman in the DC Universe, which he announced just four days before revealing his departure from “The Witcher.” However, this return was later scrapped as the character’s direction was taken in a different direction with a reboot of the franchise, according to statements made by James Gunn, the director of the upcoming Superman film.
Regarding “The Witcher,” there have been rumors that Cavill was dissatisfied with the show’s direction and its deviation from the source material, Andrzej Sapkowski’s books. Cavill had expressed a desire for his portrayal of Geralt to be closer to the character in the books, with more intellectual and philosophical aspects and an emotional side.
Furthermore, former producer Beau DeMayo has claimed that some writers working on “The Witcher” were not fans of the books and games, leading to potential disagreements and a lack of respect for the source material.
Despite the speculations, Cavill has not given a definitive reason for leaving the show, leaving the question unanswered for now. It remains to be seen if he will address the matter in the future.