Production has started on Prime Video’s live-action God of War series, based on PlayStation’s mythology game. Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios confirm filming and release a first-look image. The still shows Ryan Hurst as Kratos with Callum Vinson as Atreus. The series already has a confirmed two-season order.
The story follows Kratos and Atreus as they travel to fulfil Faye’s last wish. They set out to scatter the ashes of their wife and mother across distant lands. During this journey, Kratos aims to guide Atreus toward becoming a wiser god. Atreus, in turn, tries to help Kratos understand humanity.
God of War series cast and characters
Ryan Hurst plays Kratos, while Callum Vinson portrays Atreus in the God of War series. The supporting cast includes Mandy Patinkin as Odin and Ed Skrein as Baldur. Max Parker appears as Heimdall, with Ólafur Darri Ólafsson as Thor and Teresa Palmer as Sif. Alastair Duncan voices Mimir, while Jeff Gulka and Danny Woodburn play Sindri and Brok.
The God of War series adapts a major PlayStation franchise for streaming audiences. It is co-produced by Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios. PlayStation Productions and Tall Ship Productions are also involved with the project. The adaptation focuses on Norse myth, following the game’s more recent storyline.
| Character | Actor |
|---|---|
| Kratos | Ryan Hurst |
| Atreus | Callum Vinson |
| Odin | Mandy Patinkin |
| Baldur | Ed Skrein |
| Heimdall | Max Parker |
| Thor | Ólafur Darri Ólafsson |
| Sif | Teresa Palmer |
| Mimir | Alastair Duncan |
| Sindri | Jeff Gulka |
| Brok | Danny Woodburn |
God of War series creators and production details
Ronald D. Moore serves as showrunner, executive producer and writer of the God of War series. Other executive producers include Maril Davis, Cory Barlog, Naren Shankar and Matthew Graham. Asad Qizilbash, Jeff Ketcham, Hermen Hulst, Roy Lee and Brad Van Arragon also hold executive producer roles. Joe Menosky, Marc Bernardin, Tania Lotia and Ben McGinnis work as co-executive producers.
Emmy Award-winning director Frederick E.O. Toye is attached to direct the first two episodes of the God of War series. Toye’s previous credits include Shōgun, The Boys and Fallout. With production underway and a two-season order secured, the series moves into full-scale filming backed by major studios.