The premiere of the series God of War on Prime Video: who will play Kratos?
15 january 2026 в 20:13
The adaptation of video games into television series has become an important part of modern entertainment. With dedicated fans, such as those of «The Last of Us», - the success of a series is almost guaranteed. Prime Video has also decided to take advantage of this trend and has adapted the PlayStation franchise based on ancient mythology, «God of War», - into a new show! Moreover, the streaming giant announced significant casting news in early 2026, confirming who will play the main character, Kratos.
Below you will find information about the cast of the «God of War» series and other details about the show.
According to the official description from Amazon MGM, «God of War» «tells the story of a father and son, Kratos and Atreus, who set out to scatter the ashes of their wife and mother, Faye. Throughout their adventures, Kratos tries to teach his son to be a better god, while Atreus attempts to teach his father to be a better man».
The series is based on the video game about ancient mythology for PlayStation.
— Prime Video (@PrimeVideo) January 14, 2026
Actor Ryan Hurst has been cast in the role of Kratos. The news of his casting was announced in January 2026.
Fans have seen Ryan in many other TV series and films, and he will also appear in the upcoming adaptation of «The Odyssey» about the Trojan War. The actor is also known for his role as Opie Winston in «Sons of Anarchy», - as well as Miles Alderton in «The Forgotten». He has also appeared in «The Walking Dead», - «S.W.A.T»., - «Bosch», - and «Bates Motel».
Ryan’s character, Kratos, is a key figure in the entire franchise. He was born a Spartan but is by nature a god and became a commander of the army in his homeland. However, he once made a deal with the Greek god of war, Ares, losing his soul in exchange for victory in battle.
Kratos’s journey in the Prime Video show will follow the last two games of the franchise as the character moves forward with his 10-year-old son, Atreus. According to Deadline, the father-son dynamic will be the «heart» of the «God of War» series.
At the time of publication, other cast members for «God of War» had not been announced. It is still unclear which actor will play Atreus
Below you will find information about the cast of the «God of War» series and other details about the show.
According to the official description from Amazon MGM, «God of War» «tells the story of a father and son, Kratos and Atreus, who set out to scatter the ashes of their wife and mother, Faye. Throughout their adventures, Kratos tries to teach his son to be a better god, while Atreus attempts to teach his father to be a better man».
The series is based on the video game about ancient mythology for PlayStation.
— Prime Video (@PrimeVideo) January 14, 2026
Actor Ryan Hurst has been cast in the role of Kratos. The news of his casting was announced in January 2026.
Fans have seen Ryan in many other TV series and films, and he will also appear in the upcoming adaptation of «The Odyssey» about the Trojan War. The actor is also known for his role as Opie Winston in «Sons of Anarchy», - as well as Miles Alderton in «The Forgotten». He has also appeared in «The Walking Dead», - «S.W.A.T»., - «Bosch», - and «Bates Motel».
Ryan’s character, Kratos, is a key figure in the entire franchise. He was born a Spartan but is by nature a god and became a commander of the army in his homeland. However, he once made a deal with the Greek god of war, Ares, losing his soul in exchange for victory in battle.
Kratos’s journey in the Prime Video show will follow the last two games of the franchise as the character moves forward with his 10-year-old son, Atreus. According to Deadline, the father-son dynamic will be the «heart» of the «God of War» series.
At the time of publication, other cast members for «God of War» had not been announced. It is still unclear which actor will play Atreus
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