Amazon’s God of War TV series is finally making progress, and along with it, we’ve gotten a new leak about which actor we could be getting for the role of Kratos, the protagonist. A new report from trusted insider John Campea has revealed ten possible contenders, and two familiar faces lead the fan hype.
Jason Momoa and Christopher Judge are probably the two most talked-about names, but both of them come with unique strengths and challenges. With filming scheduled to begin in Vancouver in March 2026 (via Nexus Point News), we’ll find out soon enough. Who will wield the Blades of Chaos in Amazon’s adaptation?
Recent Leaks Hint at a Competitive Lineup for the Role of Kratos
According to John Campea, Amazon is looking for an actor who embodies both the physical presence and emotional depth of Kratos. We should note that Campea has been known to provide accurate scoops in the past, such as his reports about Spider-Man: No Way Home and Keanu Reeves’ role as Shadow in the Sonic franchise.
BREAKING: Insider Gaming shares shortlist for potential actors to play Kratos in the live action “GOD OF WAR” series for Amazon Prime Video.
Winston Duke (Black Panther)
Joe Manganiello (True Blood)
Christopher Judge (God of War)
Manu Bennett (Spartacus)#GodOfWarOnPrime pic.twitter.com/AA9NZGb6NK— God of War Ragnarök Now Available BOY🪓 (@GodOfWarCD) September 10, 2025
Here is a list of the actors named by Campea.
- Winston Duke
- Joe Manganiello
- Christopher Judge
- Manu Bennet
- Jason Momoa
- Travis Fimmel
- Oliver Ritchers
- Dave Bautista
Among the names leaked, two stand out for very different reasons. Jason Momoa seems to fit the role physically and could bring a familiar mix of rugged charm and ferocity, but will the actor be able to give it his full focus, given his potentially busy schedule with major franchises?
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On the other hand, Christopher Judge remains a fan-favorite despite concerns about his age and health. The actor who portrayed Kratos in the 2018 and 2022 video games underwent multiple surgeries that even delayed the development of the second game. His voice and gravitas make him irreplaceable, but it might be interesting to see if he is able to tackle the physical load of a live-action project.
The Road Ahead for God of War on Amazon Prime Video
The Amazon Prime project has faced delays since it was first announced in December 2022, but the project is finally moving forward under the guidance of Ronald D. Moore, best known for Battlestar Galactica and Outlander. Moore confirmed in an interview with IGN that the scripts are deep into development and will stay faithful to the 2018 reboot’s story
REPORT: God Of War Amazon Prime series to begin filming March 2026 in Vancouver🚀
What are your hopes/wishes for the show?😎
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Amazon has already greenlit two seasons, so we can expect that the company has high confidence in the adaptation. With filming reportedly set for March 2026, we most likely won’t have to wait much longer before Amazon reveals its Kratos. Regardless of who the studio picks, this role will define the entire series.
The stakes are massive for this adaptation. The God of War series is not only one of PlayStation’s most acclaimed franchises but also one of its most narratively rich, making it an integral part of Sony’s push into TV.
Who do you think should play the role of Kratos in the God of War adaptation? Is it someone from the list? Or someone else entirely? Let us know in the comments!
