God of War TV series casts Dave Bautista as new Kratos

Dave Bautista is reportedly in talks to play Kratos in the live-action God of War TV series on Amazon Prime Video. This comes after Ryan Hurst, who was originally cast as Kratos, was dropped from the series due to a bicep injury that requires surgery. According to IGN, Bautista's physical stature, honed from his work as a professional wrestler and roles in films like Guardians of the Galaxy, could be an advantage in portraying the character.

Bautista, known for his roles in Dune and Knock at the Cabin, would bring a new interpretation to the iconic character. His age, 57, may be a consideration, as he would turn 58 during filming, Variety and Deadline report. Production is not set to begin until October, giving Bautista time to prepare physically for the role.

The recasting of Kratos comes as a result of Hurst's injury, which would have prevented him from returning to the series until next year. With Bautista potentially on board, the production aims to get the show back on track by the fall, Deadline states.

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