Dave Bautista is reported to be in negotiations to play Kratos in Amazon Prime Video’s live-action God of War series, based on the PlayStation video game franchise. Multiple outlets say Bautista—known for Guardians of the Galaxy—would replace Ryan Hurst, who was originally cast as Kratos. Reports link the recasting to an injury: Hurst is said to have torn a bicep last month and to have been removed from the role as a result. Variety, Deadline, and other publications describe Bautista’s involvement as talks or negotiations, indicating no final agreement has been publicly confirmed. Amazon MGM Studios and Sony Pictures Television are associated with the adaptation, and the casting shift is framed as a high-profile replacement for the show’s lead. The sources broadly agree on the core details: Bautista is being considered for Kratos, Hurst’s injury is the reason for a recast, and the series remains in development under the Prime Video banner. No outlets provide information about production timing or whether Bautista will ultimately accept the role.