'The Witcher' S2 Production Halted Due To COVID-19

Deadline is reporting that production on Season 2 of The Witcher has been halted after several people tested positive for COVID-19:

"The four positive cases are from today, we have confirmed, and Netflix will carry out an isolated round of testing of everyone involved in the show. Those impacted have been isolated and are not among lead cast, we hear."

Read the rest at Deadline. We'll bring you updates as new information comes in.

Stay safe, everyone!

Hey, the world is turned upside down — so thanks for the love and support for our little corner of it. We Witchers are okay. The health and safety of our crew and their families come first, and we will do whatever we need to do to protect them. We’ll be back soon. Xx

— Lauren S. Hissrich (@LHissrich) November 8, 2020

England Lockdown: 'The Witcher' To Continue Filming In Studio

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England returns to Lockdown on Thursday so it is time for me to depart Yorkshire and The extraordinary North, and head back down South to continue shooting in the studio. Thank you for hosting all of us on season 2 of The Witcher. Hopefully I shall return to your hills, dales and fells soon. Stay strong and stay safe, my friends. #Yorkshire #TheLakeDistrict #Witcher2

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As the pandemic continues to disrupt our daily lives, Henry just confirmed that filming on S2 of The Witcher is headed back to the studio near London. The cast and crew had been filming in Northern England but now the country is preparing to lock down again because of the increase in coronavirus cases there.

Stay safe, everyone!

 

New Video: Henry Honors NHS Workers

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#NHS #NHS72

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Thank you, health workers.

You really are our everyday heroes.

Fight Against Covid-19: Henry Thanks Health Workers In The UK

Last we heard from Henry, he was baking bread in self-isolation after The Witcher was forced to shut down production in the UK because of the spread of the coronavirus. Today, he appeared in a video by England's National Health Service, to thank health workers as they battle the disease.

Henry Cavill joining @NHSEngland’s #ThankYouThursday to give a shout out to health workers in the UK during the pandemic. #realsuperheroes — Full video https://t.co/BylLdwahz4 pic.twitter.com/mB2eOPJScq

— Henry Cavill News (@HenryCavillNews) April 2, 2020

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Our #ThankYouThursday doesn't end there! Joining Kylie, Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Kate Winslet are some more famous faces who want to give a shout out to #OurNHSPeople.

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Healthcare workers all over the world have emerged as the true heroes of this crisis, as they risk their lives while treating Covid-19 patients. We salute you as well.


Stay safe, everyone!

'The Witcher' Cast & Crew Check In: Self-Isolation Posts

Just like most of us, the cast and crew of The Witcher have been settling into self-isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This week several of them including Henry, checked in with fans on social media. Apparently, Henry has been spending part of his time baking... who knew Geralt had those skills!

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Isolation loaf

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Meanwhile, Freya Allan is dedicating some of her time at home to introducing her brother to The Chronicles of Narnia.

As for Jeremy Crawford... he's been brushing up on his Witcher knowledge.

Spending self isolation by re-reading Blood of Elves and came across my fav quote,
"I state that we ought to live. Live in such a way that we don't, later, have to ask anyone for forgiveness."
What's your fav #Witcher quote? Let me know. #WitcherQuotes #Yarpen #WitcherNetflix pic.twitter.com/uIQ7pCP5Ry

— Jeremy Crawford (@_JeremyCrawford) March 19, 2020

We also heard from Lauren S. Hissrich and Tom Canton, with both sharing some funny posts.

Legit just said to my kids, "Take the trash out. It'll be your outdoor time for the day."

— Lauren S. Hissrich (@LHissrich) March 20, 2020

This made me giggle 🤣🤣🤣
Hope you're all staying safe indoors and washing those 👐 #Witcher family 🧝‍♂️🐺⚔️ pic.twitter.com/O1pNd0Y5za

— Tom Canton (@Tom_Canton) March 20, 2020

Filming on The Witcher is currently on hold after actor Kristofer Hivju tested positive for the coronavirus. The Netflix series is set for a 2021 release.

'The Durrell Challenge' Statement Regarding Coronavirus

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Please read the below official statement from the Durrell Challenge organisers regarding Coronavirus 📝 Travel Advice Link: https://www.gov.je/Health/Coronavirus/Pages/CoronavirusTravelAdvice.aspx

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The Durrell Challenge organizers today offered an update on the status of the run that's coming up in May. So far plans have not been altered because of the coronavirus outbreak. We'll let you know if that changes. Our hope is to be there to celebrate the 5th anniversary of The Durrell Challenge with everyone involved in raising funds for this wonderful charity that does so much for endangered animals. We'll see you there in a couple of months!