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God of War TV Series Slips as Amazon Scrambles to Recast Kratos Following Hurst's On-Set Stunt Injury
Amazon's adaptation of the popular video game series, 'God of War,' has hit a significant obstacle due to a serious injury sustained by actor Ryan Hurst, who was cast as Kratos. Hurst's bicep injury during a stunt necessitated surgery and a lengthy recovery period, making it impractical for the production schedule. As a result, Amazon has decided to recast the role, which may delay the series' release until late 2027 or even 2028. This delay comes as production was already underway, with four episodes reportedly completed before the injury occurred. Fans had mixed reactions to Hurst's casting, and there is now uncertainty about who will take on the iconic role of Kratos moving forward.
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Published 17 Jul 2026, 08:20 UTC3 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Ryan Hurst suffers a serious injury while filming for God of War series.
- Injury forces Amazon to recast the role of Kratos.
- Production restart delayed until mid-October.
- Series release now projected for late 2027 or 2028.
- Four episodes had already been filmed before the injury.
Interesting facts
- Production had been ongoing since February 2023.
- Hurst was also known for his roles in 'Sons of Anarchy' and the original God of War games.
- The series underwent a change in showrunners, which altered production timelines.