Netflix signs long-term contract with Witcher showrunner

Streaming service Netflix signed a long-term contract with the showrunner of the series “WitcherLauren Schmidt Hissrich for her participation as a screenwriter and producer in the production of a number of other projects for the online platform.

“I’m so thrilled to have found my home on Netflix and look forward to continuing this incredibly fruitful creative partnership,” says Lauren Hissrich. “Although my heart belongs to the Witcher franchise, I look forward to doing other exciting projects for Netflix’s global audience in the coming years.”

Before working on the adaptation of The Witcher books, Lauren Hissrich worked with Netflix as an executive producer and writer for shows such as Daredevil, The Defenders and Umbrella Academy, so it’s no surprise that the streaming giant has chosen to host such a creative partner. under your wing.

Meanwhile, The Witcher showrunner also spoke about the fate of the third season of the series, which has not yet officially received the green light from Netflix, but this will happen if the second season turns out to be of good quality.

“There hasn’t been an official renewal. Basically I’m currently focusing on Season 2. We’re going to launch it on December 17th. There is still a lot of post-production work to be done, so I am traveling between Los Angeles and London to complete it.” And that’s where, to be honest, we’re all focused right now, because we need a great second season if we hope to get a third. “

The premiere of the second season of the fantasy series “The Witcher” with Henry Cavill as Geralt is expected December 17, a 24 August the animated prequel will be released “The witcher. Wolf’s Nightmare“, which tells about the adventures of the young Vesemir.

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