Ryan Hurst, the actor cast to play Kratos in the upcoming God of War television series, will be recast after suffering a major injury on set. Per reports, Hurst tore a bicep while shooting the Prime Video-backed series, an injury disruptive enough to warrant bringing in an entirely new actor for the role.
Hurst was seen as a solid pick by fans when his role was revealed in January. It was said by those close to the production that Hurst’s injury was suffered a few weeks ago, and the performer has since undergone surgery but has too long a recovery period to resume his portrayal of Kratos, given the physicality of the role.
Who Will Play Kratos Now?
In a new report, it was surmised that Hurst might not have been fit to return to filming until early 2027, which would have been a full spanner in the works of the God of War television show. Now, fans are left to wonder who will fill Hurst’s shoes as the iconic Kratos.
Over the last few months, much of the cast of the God of War series has been revealed, uncovering a stellar line-up. From what we know, the series will follow the story of the 2018 title launched on PlayStation 4, showing an older Kratos’ journey alongside Atreus, his son, as they embark on a pilgrimage of sorts to scatter his wife’s ashes.
In January, Hurst appeared on social media to speak about landing the role, revealing jubilation and excitement about the casting:
Used to play as him. Now I get to be him. Grateful to pick up the axe, and honored by the fans who made this story legendary.
Incredibly, Amazon already renewed the Prime Video series for a second season before anything had been filmed, a revelation that arrived long before Hurst was injured on set.
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Grant has been gaming for 30+ years and in the industry for 10+. You'll probably find him playing a post-apocalyptic game or an extraction shooter somewhere.
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I feel like this show is going to be horrible. They are going to try and recreate the game too word for word or something. And just that leaked picture alone, it looks so janky! Like is that a really bad bald cap on Kratos in that picture? Or does he just have ta weird head/scalp?
But yeah, after season two of t he last of us, I think this is going to be pretty trash. They should have done the original trilogy story. Or I really like how Fall Out is doing it, just use the setting and make your own story in that world.
I think the image of him as kratos need a tougher stance. Kratos should look on sternly, with more judgment until his arc grows and the bond slowly develops
Jason Momoa would be perfect
This might be a crazy idea, but hear me out. How about you just don’t make this show, like at all. Ever. GoW really isn’t all that interesting. Just because they made Kratos a sad dad doesn’t make this shit Shakespeare. Just play the games. I doubt there’s a single person who has ever uttered the phrase, “I wish I could watch this instead of playing it”.
Anyone other than WWE HHH is the wrong answer. Every time I play the game I just can’t help but think that kratos looks just like HHH
Definitely Jason momoa!!!!!!