Amazon's 'God of War' Series Faces Major Cast Changes

WHO:

Coming Soon - Ryan Hurst was cast as Kratos in Amazon Prime Video's upcoming God of War television series.

Forbes - Callum Vinson, age 12, was cast as Atreus in the same series.

WHAT:

Coming Soon - Amazon Prime Video's God of War television series is facing a delay in production due to Ryan Hurst's injury.

Forbes - Ryan Hurst tore his bicep while filming, requiring surgery and a long recovery process.

Forbes - The series will recast both Kratos and Atreus, with a new actor for Kratos already being sought.

Forbes - A casting listing indicates that Atreus will be recast, and Thor's daughter Thud will also be recast.

WHERE:

Coming Soon - The series is being produced by Amazon Prime Video.

WHEN:

Forbes - Filming for the series is set to be delayed until 2027 due to Hurst's injury.

Forbes - The new installment of the God of War video game series, titled God of War: Laufey, is set to be released next year.

WHY:

Forbes - The recasting of Atreus is likely due to the desire for an older actor, as Vinson currently looks quite young for the role.

HOW:

Forbes - The production is reportedly searching for actors aged 14-17 to fill the role of Atreus for season 2.

(UPDATED August 4, 2026 00:05 UTC)

Ryan Hurst has been cast as Kratos in Amazon Prime Video's upcoming God of War television series, but production is facing delays due to Hurst's injury, which requires surgery and a lengthy recovery. As a result, both Kratos and Atreus will be recast, with the production seeking a new actor for Kratos and looking for someone aged 14 to 17 to take on the role of Atreus. Filming is now set to be delayed until 2027, while the new installment of the God of War video game series, titled God of War: Laufey, is expected to be released next year.