Ryan Hurst Cast as Kratos in Prime Video’s God of War — ScreenNext News — Jan 16, 2026

Prime Video has officially cast Ryan Hurst as Kratos in its live-action adaptation of God of War, produced by Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios. The series is based on PlayStation’s iconic franchise and has already received a two-season order, with pre-production underway in Vancouver. The show will follow the Norse-era storyline from the later games, centering on Kratos and his young son Atreus as they embark on a journey to scatter the ashes of Faye. The father–son relationship will form the emotional core of the series, exploring themes of legacy, restraint, and redemption. Ronald D. Moore serves as writer, showrunner, and executive producer. Notably, Hurst has a direct connection to the franchise, having portrayed Thor in God of War Ragnarök, making his casting as Kratos a full-circle moment for fans. #ScreenNextNews #GodOfWar #RyanHurst #Kratos #PrimeVideo #PlayStation #VideoGameAdaptation #TVSeries #LosAngeles #NewYork #Chicago #SanFrancisco #Atlanta