The "Dune" and "Guardians of the Galaxy" actor takes over the role from Ryan Hurst, who was injured onset in June
\n\nDave Bautista is officially taking up the mantle of the “God of War.” Variety has learned that the actor is now set to lead the Amazon Prime Video TV series based on the video game franchise in the role of Kratos.
\n\nIt was originally reported earlier this month that Bautista was in talks to play the role after Ryan Hurst, who was announced as Kratos in January 2026, suffered a torn bicep onset that required surgery and would have delayed restarting production into 2027. It was announced shortly thereafter that Amazon and Sony, which is co-producing, were recasting the part.
\n\nPrime Video has given the “God of War” show a two-season order, with the two seasons set to shoot back-to-back. Filming originally began in Vancouver back in February. With Bautista now locked in as Kratos, production is expected to resume in the coming weeks. All scenes featuring Hurst will now have to be reshot.
\n\nAs Variety previously reported, there are few better suited for the role of Kratos than Bautista. Aside from the fact he is an accomplished actor…
Original source: https://variety.com/