Amazon’s God Of War Reportedly Eyeing Key Season 2 Castings As New Kratos Actor Search Continues
God of War is already looking towards season 2.
In a new report from MP1st, new casting calls have been ordered for an older Atreus and Thrud while Amazon is still on the hunt to replace Ryan Hurst following an injury on set. In God of War season 1, Callum Vinson (known for Chucky) portrays Atreus, and Island Austin (known for Insidious: Out of the Further) signed on for the role of Thrud. At the time of writing, Amazon has yet to confirm these reports, and the casting calls indicate they are on the hunt for actors between the ages of 14 and 17.
Last year, the casting calls featured a character with the codename "Joshua", which matched the profile for Atreus but was stated to be for a one-year series regular. The casting calls for God of War season 2 include a teenage version of "Joshua" alongside a teenage "Ruth", who is presumed to be the codename for Thor's daughter, Thrud.
Teen Joshua (Atreus):
After growing up in isolation in a cabin in the woods, Joshua went on a daring and dangerous adventure alongside his father that bonded the two of them but threw everything into question. At journey’s end he came upon a revelation suggesting he may have a destiny greater than he could have imagined. When we find him in Season 2, Joshua is eager to learn more about the truth of who he is. He is empathetic, brave, and immensely curious about the world. But as he finds his new identity and grows into manhood, his trusting-nature leaves him vulnerable to manipulation. Must be comfortable with physical combat, especially archery.
Teen Ruth (Thrud):
Because of an incident that changed the course of her life, Ruth is wise beyond her years. Confident, intelligent, and sarcastic, Ruth’s tough exterior masks a childlike vulnerability that causes her to be vindictive and cruel when hurt. Though she has a complicated relationship with her parents, Ruth shares a special connection with her grandfather, the king, and she believes he’ll choose her to be the heir to the throne one day. Must be comfortable with physical combat.
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