Thor Actor Cast as Kratos in God of War Live-Action Series
Amazon Prime’s highly anticipated live-action series, God of War, is moving forward in pre-production with a confirmed lead actor for the role of Kratos. Ryan Hurst has been cast as the titular character.
Ryan Hurst as Kratos
Ryan Hurst is no stranger to video game adaptations. He previously voiced the popular character Thor in 2022’s God of War Ragnarök, a performance that garnered a BAFTA nomination. Hurst is widely recognized for his role as Opie Winston in FX’s Sons of Anarchy. He also recently appeared in the Netflix series, The Abandons.
Storyline Overview
The God of War series will adapt the Norse mythological entries of the franchise, encompassing Ragnarök and its 2018 predecessor, God of War. The narrative focuses on Kratos and his son, Atreus, as they embark on a poignant quest to scatter the ashes of their wife and mother.
Production Details
Amazon has greenlit two seasons of God of War. The project will be produced by a collaboration among several companies, including:
- Sony Pictures Television
- Amazon MGM Studios
- PlayStation Productions
- Tall Boy Productions
Ronald D. Moore, known for his work on Outlander and Battlestar Galactica, will serve as the show’s showrunner, writer, and executive producer.
Filming Schedule
Production for God of War is scheduled to commence in Vancouver in March. This series is part of a growing trend of video game adaptations on Amazon Prime, following shows such as Like a Dragon: Yakuza and the major hit, Fallout.
As more casting details are revealed, fans are eager to see how the show will bring the world of God of War to life.
