According to Variety.com, WWE legend Dave Bautista has joined the cast of Prime Video’s “God of War” series, taking on the role of Kratos. Bautista was previously reported to be in talks for this part.
He is replacing Ryan Hurst, who had to vacate the role after suffering an injury on set in late June while performing a stunt. The production had already been underway for four months when the injury prompted a lengthy recovery period after surgery. After a brief pause in production, Amazon MGM and Sony TV decided to recast the role. Production is expected to resume in the coming weeks, with all of Hurst’s scenes slated to be reshot. The series has received a two-season order, and both seasons are set to be filmed back-to-back.
“God of War” comes from writer, executive producer, and showrunner Ronald D. Moore and is based on the popular video game. The series follows father and son Kratos (played by Bautista) and Atreus (played by Callum Vinson) as they embark on a journey to scatter the ashes of their mother, Faye. Throughout their adventures, Kratos attempts to teach his son how to be a better god, while Atreus strives to help his father become a better human.
Additional cast members include Mandy Patinkin as Odin, Ed Skrein as Baldur, Max Parker as Heimdall, Ólafur Darri Ólafsson as Thor, Teresa Palmer as Sif, Alastair Duncan as Mimir, Jeff Gulka as Sindri, and Danny Woodburn as Brok.
