Was Geralt’s voice actor inspired by Henry Cavill’s take on him in The Witcher series? ‘No, because we were first’
At Gamescom 2026, Doug Cockle, the voice actor for Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher 3, addressed speculation about whether he drew inspiration from Henry Cavill’s portrayal of the character in Netflix’s The Witcher series. Cockle dismissively rejected the notion, stating “No, because we were first,” emphasizing that the video game’s voice acting predated the television adaptation’s live-action performance.
John Schwab, who voices the beloved bard Dandelion, added a good-natured jab at Netflix, remarking that despite the show’s considerable popularity and cultural impact, he has yet to receive a call for a cameo appearance alongside the live-action cast.
Beyond the Netflix comparison, Cockle also shared his perspective on the relationship between Geralt and Dandelion within The Witcher 3’s narrative. He suggested that the bard may represent Geralt’s true soulmate, though he was careful to qualify this observation by clarifying that their bond is “in a very platonic way.” This assessment underscores the deep friendship and camaraderie between the two characters that has resonated with players throughout the game, particularly given Dandelion’s role as one of Geralt’s most loyal and enduring companions across the series.