There have been no official casting announcements beyond Hurst’s injury, and discussions about related video game adaptations continue.

A recast is underway for Kratos in the live-action God of War series after Ryan Hurst suffered a torn biceps that required surgery, keeping production on track four months into filming.

Dave Bautista is in talks to replace Hurst as Kratos, following the injury and subsequent decision to recast rather than wait for a return.

The casting notes indicate teenage actors Joshua and Ruth will play Atreus-adjacent roles (ages 14–17), signaling a season-by-season approach aligned with the game’s timeline.

Since its 2022 announcement, the project has faced mixed reactions, with early first-look images drawing scrutiny and ongoing questions about casting and reception.

The production originally planned to shoot back-to-back seasons in Vancouver starting in mid-October, with preparations resuming in mid-August.

Coverage from IGN credits Cade Onder, with sources cited from Variety and Deadline continuing to shape reporting on the project.

Bautista’s filmography and recent roles, including Dune and Guardians of the Galaxy, are noted as context for his suitability and market value.

Ronald D. Moore serves as showrunner with a two-season order for Prime Video, backed by executive producers and a team including Frederick E.O. Toye on the first two episodes.

The series adapts the gap between 2018’s God of War and 2022’s Ragnarok, aligning with the games’ three-year interval.

Season 2 is expected to recast Atreus and Thrud as the show ages characters to fit future storylines, reflecting broader casting changes during production.

If Bautista signs, production would resume and aim for a fall rollout, with filming continuing in Vancouver.