Director Cory Barlog has officially debunked recent rumors surrounding the casting for the role of Kratos in the upcoming God of War TV series. Since the announcement of the collaboration between PlayStation Productions and Prime Video to bring the popular video game franchise made it to the headlines, fans have eagerly awaited news about who will play the protagonist Greek mythology-based protagonist. Although Dwayne Johnson was considered to be a worthy frontrunner for the role, Barlog, who was the director of God of War III and now an executive producer on the show, clarified that he had never heard anything about Johnson being considered for it.
The rumor that sparked this speculation originated from an unreliable source and quickly spread on Twitter, leading many to believe in its validity. However, Barlog’s intervention on social media helped to debunk the rumors and provided fans with much-needed clarification on the Black Adam star’s involvement in the series.
Cory Barlog debunks the rumors surrounding Dwayne Johnson in God of War
As an integral part of the production team, Barlog is likely privy to the discussions surrounding potential casting choices. Hence, his weighing in on the topic helped provide a clearer picture to all The Rock fans. Although many of them were disappointed to learn that their favorite actor would not be adorning the famous Kratos’ leather loincloth and armlets, they did appreciate Barlog for sharing his insights on Dwayne Johnson’s involvement.
At present, there is limited information available about the God of War TV series, beyond the fact that it is currently in development. Amazon has yet to announce a release window for the show, and no actors have been officially attached to the project. Significant updates regarding the series will probably take some time to emerge, but, hopefully, additional details will be revealed before the conclusion of 2023.
i have literally never heard anything about this.
— the fake cory balrog (@corybarlog) June 26, 2023
Reportedly, the upcoming God of War show will follow the journey of Kratos, the formidable God of War, as he leaves behind his violent past in ancient Greece and takes up residence in the Norse realm of Midgard.
Why is it the perfect time for a live-action God of War series?
Haunted by the loss of his wife, Kratos embarks on a perilous quest with his estranged son, Atreus, to fulfill her final wish—to scatter her ashes from the highest peak. Along the way, Kratos is confronted with a host of new gods and monsters, testing the strength of his bond with his son.
With the recent release of the highly anticipated video game sequel, God of War: Ragnarök, many believe that this is the perfect time for Amazon’s live-action adaptation. The game, developed by Santa Monica Studio, made waves as it became the fastest-selling first-party launch game in PlayStation history. Within its first week, God of War: Ragnarök sold an impressive 5.1 million copies, generating tremendous excitement among gamers.
Vernon Sanders, the head of global television at Amazon Studios, expressed confidence in the potential of the God of War franchise, stating, “The ‘God of War’ is a compelling, character-driven franchise that we believe will captivate our global customers as much with its expansive and immersive worlds as its rich storytelling.”
As fans eagerly await further details about the “God of War” series, the prospect of witnessing Kratos’ epic journey come to life on the small screen is sure to generate tremendous anticipation and enthusiasm.
Source: ComicBook.com
