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God Of War Fans Excited Over Kratos' Return In Upcoming Series
The live-action adaptation of the popular video game franchise has found its Atreus, and fans are eager to see the father-son duo on screen.
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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Amazon Prime Video's upcoming God of War live-action television series has found its Atreus, with young actor Callum Vinson set to star alongside Ryan Hurst as Kratos. The series is expected to follow the story of the 2018 God of War game, with Kratos and his son Atreus embarking on a journey to spread the ashes of their wife and mother. Fans of the video game franchise have expressed excitement over the casting, praising the choices as faithful to the source material.
Why it matters
The God of War franchise has a dedicated fan base, and a successful live-action adaptation could introduce the series to a wider audience. Video game adaptations have seen mixed success in recent years, but the casting of Kratos and Atreus has already generated positive buzz among fans, who are hopeful the series will capture the essence of the beloved video game.
The details
The God of War television series is currently in pre-production in Vancouver, with writer, producer, and showrunner Ronald D. Moore at the helm. The series is expected to follow the story of the 2018 God of War game, with Kratos and his son Atreus embarking on a journey to spread the ashes of their wife and mother. The series has already assembled an impressive cast, including Ryan Hurst as Kratos, Max Parker as Heimdall, Ólafur Darri Ólafsson as Thor, Mandy Patinkin as Odin, Alastair Duncan as Mimir, and Danny Woodburn and Jeff Gulka as brothers Brok and Sindri.
- The God of War television series is currently in pre-production in Vancouver.
- The series is expected to follow the story of the 2018 God of War game.
The players
Callum Vinson
The young actor has been cast in the role of Atreus, Kratos' son, in the upcoming God of War television series. Vinson is known for his roles in Long Bright River and Pokerface, and is set to star in Netflix's The Night Agent as well as the Friday the 13th prequel, Crystal Lake.
Ryan Hurst
The actor has been cast in the role of Kratos, the Spartan warrior, in the upcoming God of War television series.
Ronald D. Moore
The writer, producer, and showrunner is leading the development of the God of War television series.
The takeaway
The casting of Kratos and Atreus for the upcoming God of War television series has generated significant excitement among fans of the video game franchise. With a talented cast and a showrunner with a proven track record, the series has the potential to deliver a faithful adaptation that appeals to both new and longtime fans of the God of War universe.
