‘God of War’ Kratos to be recast after Ryan Hurst’s on-set injury

By Natalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk at WSB-TV (ABC) - News · July 17, 2026 · 1 min read

The lead role in Prime Video’s upcoming “God of War” series will be recast after an on-set injury. Read more trending news Variety reported that Ryan Hurst was set to play Kratos, the god of war the story focuses on, but he was injured in a set incident last month.Deadline broke the news of Hurst...

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The recasting of Kratos in Prime Video's "God of War" series due to Ryan Hurst's on-set injury may have implications for local film production in Atlanta. As a major hub for television and movie production, Atlanta has hosted numerous high-profile projects, and the "God of War" series is likely to be no exception. With filming paused after the incident, it remains to be seen how the recasting will affect the production schedule and potential filming locations in the Atlanta area. The fact that Hurst had put on 40 pounds of muscle to prepare for the role suggests that the production team was committed to bringing an authentic representation of the character to life, which could have meant significant investments in local resources and talent. As the search for a new Kratos begins, local actors and production crews will be watching closely to see how the recasting process unfolds and what opportunities may arise from the change.

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