If you’re a fan of both The Witcher games and Netflix series, you might want to hold onto your silver sword. The final season of Netflix’s The Witcher has reportedly been delayed from its expected 2026 release window to 2027.
While that news might sting, there’s a glimmer of hope: the delay aligns perfectly with CD Projekt Red’s upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Songs of the Past — and the two may be more connected than you think.
A Delay With Suspicious Timing
According to a report from What’s on Netflix, the fifth and final season of the fantasy series has quietly been pushed back. Filming for Season 5 actually wrapped back in September 2025, having been shot back-to-back with Season 4. That means over a year of post-production — a timeline that has left fans scratching their heads.
While Netflix hasn’t officially confirmed the delay or given a reason, speculation points to an extended visual effects process and avoiding a clash with other major releases at the end of 2026. But the timing is still curious.
The DLC Connection
In May 2026, CD Projekt Red announced a surprise third expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past. It’s set to release in 2027 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S — the same year Netflix’s final season is now rumoured to land.
Coincidence? Possibly. But as one report notes, “it’s not outside the realm of possibility that if Songs of the Past launches around the same time as season five, it could give the final season on Netflix a decent boost in viewership”.
Cross-media synergy has proven wildly successful before — Amazon’s Fallout series caused a massive surge in player numbers for the games. If timed right, CD Projekt Red’s expansion and Netflix’s finale could reignite interest in the franchise across both mediums.
A Franchise at a Crossroads
Netflix’s The Witcher has had a turbulent journey. What started with Henry Cavill’s beloved portrayal of Geralt has faced increasing criticism, particularly after Cavill’s departure and recasting with Liam Hemsworth. Season 4 marked a low point, scoring just 59% from critics and a dismal 19% from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes. Viewership also reportedly struggled.
The show’s fifth season will adapt the concluding novels The Tower of the Swallow and The Lady of the Lake, bringing Geralt, Ciri, and Yennefer’s story to a close. Whether the delay can help the finale regain some of the series’ lost magic remains to be seen.
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The Silver Lining
For fans of both the games and the show, the convergence of these two major releases in 2027 offers a rare opportunity: a unified celebration of the Witcher universe. Whether intentional or not, the timing could turn a disappointing delay into a moment of cross-media harmony.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past is set for release in 2027. Netflix’s The Witcher Season 5 is also expected in 2027, though a specific date has yet to be confirmed.