Amazon’s highly anticipated God of War TV series is finally taking shape—and fans now have a clearer picture following major reveals at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 (SDCC 2025). Set to stream exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, the live-action God of War adaptation will follow the Norse-era story of Kratos and Atreus, skipping the Greek mythology arc entirely.
With acclaimed showrunner Ronald D. Moore leading the project and game director Cory Barlog involved creatively, Amazon’s God of War series promises to stay true to the emotional and mythological depth of the beloved PlayStation games.
Here’s everything we know so far about the Amazon God of War show, including plot details, episode count, creative direction, and the announcements made at SDCC 2025.
🗓️ Timeline & Origins
- Official green light: Amazon Prime Video ordered the God of War TV adaptation in December 2022, produced in collaboration with Sony Pictures Television, PlayStation Productions, and Vertigo Entertainment.
- Creative reboot: Originally led by Rafe Judkins, Mark Fergus, and Hawk Ostby, the show underwent a profound shift in October 2024 when all three departed due to creative differences. Ronald D. Moore (Battlestar Galactica, Outlander) was brought in as new showrunner, writer, and executive producer.
SDCC 2025 Highlights
Focus on Norse Era, Not Greek
At the San Diego Comic-Con 2025 panel, Moore confirmed that the series will adapt the Norse-era storyline from God of War (2018) and likely Ragnarök (2022), skipping the Greek saga entirely.
Season 1: 10 Episodes
The first season is confirmed to consist of 10 episodes, structured around the emotional and mythological journey of Kratos and his son, Atreus, in the Norse realms.
Cory Barlog’s Direct Involvement
Cory Barlog, the original director and narrative lead on God of War (2018) and Ragnarök, is working closely with Moore. Moore praised him as a “genius” with encyclopedic knowledge of the mythology, helping shape episode arcs and thematic flow beyond any frame-by-frame adaptation.
Tone & Narrative Approach
Moore emphasised that while the series won’t replicate the game scene for scene, it will embrace the tone, spirit, and emotional heart of the games—the grief-driven father-son journey, the mythic stakes, and cinematic spectacle. Despite admitting he’s not a gamer, Moore is deeply respectful of the game’s world and intends to honour its core themes.
Seasons Already Ordered
Amazon has committed to two seasons from the start, a move designed to reassure fans and secure long-term narrative planning.
Production Timeline
The series is currently in the scriptwriting phase. Filming is anticipated to begin in 2026 at the earliest, although no precise production or release dates have been announced yet.
Why It Matters: Key Expectations
Respectful Adaptation
Unlike straight remakes, this adaptation is intended as an interpretation—capturing themes, tone, and mythology with fidelity while allowing for creative storytelling freedom.
Emotional Core: Kratos & Atreus
Central to the show is the journey of father and son—driven by grief for Kratos’ deceased wife and Atreus’ coming of age—echoing the emotional core of the games.
Epic Scope & Mythology
Expect rich world-building rooted in Norse mythology, featuring ancient gods, monsters, and magical artefacts, all grounded in the emotional arcs of Kratos’ redemption and Atreus’ growth.
Summary
At SDCC 2025, Amazon and Ronald D. Moore confirmed that God of War is firmly moving forward as a live-action TV adaptation, with the Norse era as its setting, a 10-episode season, and involvement from game director Cory Barlog, with two seasons already greenlit. The creative vision aims to preserve the emotional and mythological heart of the games while allowing TV‑friendly reinterpretation. While production won’t begin until 2026, fan anticipation is high—especially for casting announcements and the promised depth of storytelling.
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FAQs
What is the Amazon God of War series about?
The Amazon God of War series follows Kratos and Atreus during the Norse mythology era, adapting the popular 2018 game. It focuses on their emotional journey rather than the earlier Greek mythology storyline.
Who is making the God of War show on Prime Video?
The series is led by Ronald D. Moore (Battlestar Galactica) and features direct involvement from Cory Barlog, the game director of God of War.
When will the God of War series be released?
No official release date has been announced, but production is expected to begin in 2026.
How many episodes will season 1 have?
Season 1 of the God of War series will have 10 episodes.
Will the God of War TV show follow the games?
The show will adapt the tone and characters from the Norse-era games, rather than directly copying the plot scene by scene.
Which games does the series cover?
It will adapt God of War (2018) and likely Ragnarök (2022)—but interpreted for TV, not duplicating game cutscenes.
Any casting news?
None yet. Fans and actors (e.g., Oliver Richters) have expressed interest, but nothing official has been announced.
