Dave Bautista Officially Set as Kratos in ‘God of War’ TV Series
Dave Bautista is the new Kratos in Amazon's upcoming 'God of War' TV series.
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The story so far
Dave Bautista has been officially cast as Kratos in Amazon's 'God of War' TV series. This follows the recasting of the lead role after Ryan Hurst's departure due to injury.
Amazon confirmed the casting through MovieWeb, Gizmodo, IGN, Deadline and Variety. IGN and Deadline noted that Bautista replaces Hurst, who was originally cast but had to drop out due to injury.
The recasting comes after Hurst's injury forced a change in the lead role. The series is now moving forward with Bautista as Kratos.
Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 3h ago.
The obvious questions
Who is playing Kratos in the 'God of War' TV series?
Dave Bautista.
Why was the role of Kratos recast?
Ryan Hurst, who was originally cast as Kratos, had to drop out due to injury.
Which outlets confirmed the casting of Dave Bautista as Kratos?
MovieWeb, Gizmodo, IGN, Deadline and Variety.
The reporting (8)
- Prime Video's God of War TV show reportedly casts Dave Bautista as main hero Kratos Yahoo · 4h ago
- Dave Bautista is now Kratos. The Verge · 4h ago
- Dave Bautista to play Kratos in 'God of War' series Yahoo · 4h ago
- Amazon's 'God of War' Officially Confirms Action Icon as New Kratos Actor After Recasting MovieWeb · 4h ago
- Dave Bautista Is Kratos in ‘God of War’ Gizmodo · 4h ago
- Dave Bautista Officially Cast as Kratos in God of War Show After Ryan Hurst Drops Out Due to Injury IGN · 4h ago
- Dave Bautista Set To Play Kratos In ‘God Of War’ As Amazon Series Recasts Lead Deadline · 4h ago
- Dave Bautista Officially Set as Kratos in ‘God of War’ TV Series Variety · 4h ago
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