Amazon Prime Video’s highly anticipated God of War live-action adaptation is beginning to take clear shape, with two major casting confirmations now official.
The series has cast Ryan Hurst as the iconic Spartan warrior Kratos, while Teresa Palmer has been confirmed to portray Sif, the Norse goddess and wife of Thor.
The announcements mark a significant step forward for one of the most ambitious video game adaptations currently in development.
Confirmed Cast Members
Ryan Hurst as Kratos
Ryan Hurst (Sons of Anarchy, The Walking Dead) will take on the role of Kratos, the Ghost of Sparta.
Hurst is no stranger to the God of War universe, having previously voiced Thor in God of War Ragnarök. His casting suggests a deliberate effort by Amazon and Sony to preserve the emotional and tonal identity that defines the franchise.
In the series, Kratos is expected to be portrayed during his Norse era, a version of the character shaped by loss, restraint, and fatherhood rather than unchecked rage.
Teresa Palmer as Sif
Teresa Palmer has officially been cast as Sif, a prominent Norse goddess and the wife of Thor.
In Norse mythology and in the God of War games; Sif is associated with strength, dignity, and resilience. Her character plays a key role in the political and emotional dynamics of the Norse gods, particularly within Asgard.
Palmer’s casting signals that the series will meaningfully explore the Norse pantheon, rather than limiting its focus solely to Kratos and his immediate journey.
Amazon has confirmed that the live-action series will primarily adapt the storyline of God of War (2018), the critically acclaimed reboot that redefined the franchise.
Production & Creative Team
The God of War series is being produced by Amazon MGM Studios in partnership with Sony Pictures Television.
The project is overseen by Ronald D. Moore, the acclaimed writer and producer behind Battlestar Galactica and Outlander. The show has already received a two-season order, reflecting Amazon’s confidence in the adaptation.
Filming is expected to take place in Vancouver, though a specific production start date has not yet been publicly confirmed.
What Remains Unconfirmed
To avoid misinformation, here’s what has not yet been officially announced:
- Casting for Atreus
- Additional Norse gods beyond Sif
- An official release date or trailer