Episode 5
The Witcher: A Look Inside the Episodes - S1 - E5
Find out why the writers gave Geralt a terrible bout of insomnia and explore the magic-entangled dynamics of his fateful first encounter with Yennefer.
The Witcher: A Look Inside the Episodes: Season 1 - 8 Episode s
1x1 - Episode 1
August 26, 2020
Series creator and showrunner Lauren S. Hissrich breaks down the opening scenes and outlines how Geralt's encounter with Renfri sets up the season.
1x2 - Episode 2
September 2, 2020
Take a deep dive into the crucial role that Yennefer's backstory plays in her journey, and how the elves are a pillar in the Continent's world-building.
1x3 - Episode 3
September 2, 2020
Delve into Geralt and Yennefers transformation stories, as he turns from slayer to savior, and she makes the ultimate sacrifice to become beautiful.
1x4 - Episode 4
September 2, 2020
Hissrich explains how the show's timelines come together, the moment Geralt changes his destiny and what compels Ciri to continue on her quest.
1x5 - Episode 5
September 2, 2020
Find out why the writers gave Geralt a terrible bout of insomnia and explore the magic-entangled dynamics of his fateful first encounter with Yennefer.
1x6 - Episode 6
September 2, 2020
After an intimate glimpse inside Geralt and Yennefer's complicated relationship, discover what it means for Ciri's story arc when she picks up a knife.
1x7 - Episode 7
September 2, 2020
Dig into Geralt's white-knight complex, Ciri's character growth and what Hissrich describes as one of the season's loveliest scenes.
1x8 - Episode 8
September 2, 2020
From the meaning behind the finale's title to Geralt's dream and Yennefer's real motivation, Hissrich dissects events as the paths of destiny collide.