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Dave Bautista Replaces Ryan Hurst as Kratos in Amazon's God of War Series
Key points
- Dave Bautista cast as Kratos in God of War series.
- Replaces Ryan Hurst due to injury requiring surgery.
- Production will not be delayed.
- Ronald D. Moore is showrunner for the two-season order.
Casting Change for Kratos
Dave Bautista has officially taken over the role of Kratos in the Prime Video adaptation of God of War. This casting decision follows an injury sustained by the original actor, Ryan Hurst, during stunt work on set.
Reason for Recasting
Ryan Hurst, initially cast as Kratos, suffered an injury on set that necessitated surgery and a recovery period of several months. To avoid delaying production until next year, the production team opted to recast the role. Bautista was reportedly the second choice for the character.
Production Details
The God of War series has received a two-season order from Amazon. Ronald D. Moore is attached to the project as showrunner, writer, and executive producer. The series is moving forward with Bautista in the lead role to maintain its production schedule.
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Dave Bautista has been cast as Kratos in Amazon's Prime Video adaptation of God of War, replacing Ryan Hurst due to an on-set injury. This casting change allows production to continue without significant delays, impacting the show's development timeline.