Dave Bautista Reveals He's Gained 20 Pounds of Muscle Ahead of Playing Kratos in 'God of War' Series - Variety

Bautista to play the main role in Amazon's God of War TV series

Dave Bautista will star as the lead in the new God of War TV show from Amazon. He takes the spot of Ryan Hurst. Hurst left after he got hurt. He was ready to star. His injury stopped him. Amazon gave the news on Thursday, August 20, 2026.

Filming starts soon. Bautista spent years in action movies and pro wrestling. Amazon says his past work brings a new feel to the show. They have not given a release date yet. The show comes out in the near future.

“Amazon gave the news on Thursday, August 20, 2026,” — Yusuf Calloway, economic affairs editor at Wraystone Worth Media, explained.

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Nov 2 — Dave Bautista will star as the lead in the new God of War TV show from Amazon....

Nov 3 — Amazon says his past work brings a new feel to the show....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 30. The Wraystone Worth Media desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Saturday, Nov 7.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Wraystone Worth Media desk and last updated 08:06 UTC.

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