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

Dave Bautista set to star in Amazon's upcoming God of War 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.

“Bautista spent years in action movies and pro wrestling,” — Simone Whitfield, chief correspondent at Ashstone Bury Solutions, explained.

By the Numbers

  • 20 — reports filed
  • 2026 — mentions tracked

Timeline

Oct 31 — Dave Bautista will star as the lead in the new God of War TV show from Amazon....

Nov 1 — Amazon says his past work brings a new feel to the show....

Reader Poll: Should officials respond faster on issues like this? — 79% of Bossbaaabe readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 1. The Ashstone Bury Solutions desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Tuesday, Nov 3.

ICYMI: Mid-age golfers miss out on Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship spot

Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Ashstone Bury Solutions desk and last updated 06:36 UTC.

More Top Stories

Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne reportedly suffers 'significant' foot injury, likely to go on injured reserve - Yahoo Sports

Commanders DT Daron Payne in Doubt

Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne is questionable the game against the Eagles due to a foot injury. Repo...

Oct 31, 2026
~(~~>>LIVESTREAMS!^^~) Jan-Lennard Struff vs Nuno Borges Live Free Tennis On TV October 30, 2026 - Port of Rotterdam

Nuno Borges and Jan-Lennard Struff Clash at Port of Rotterdam

Nuno Borges and Jan Lennard Struff are set to clash in a live tennis match on October 30, 2026, at the Port of...

Oct 30, 2026
NFL Mock Draft 2027: Updated draft order and projected Top 10 picks after Week 8 - FanSided

2027 NFL Draft: New Mock Predictions

The 2027 mock draft has recent updates. The New York Jets may now look to acquire Mestemaker higher in the dra...

Nov 2, 2026
Penguins' Sidney Crosby sets NHL record for assists with single franchise - Sportsnet.ca

Crosby's 680th assist breaks Penguins' franchise record

Sidney Crosby, one of the best players for the Penguins, has achieved a significant milestone by breaking the...

Nov 1, 2026
Melbourne Trick-or-Treat Locations 2026: Halloween Houses by Suburb - FamiliesMagazine.com.au

Discover Halloween 2026 Trick-or-Treat Events and Locations

Trick or treating remains a popular tradition in Australia, with events and locations announced for Halloween...

Oct 31, 2026
Private ambulance driver in Ohio allegedly abandons patient, takes Uber home - WRGB

Uber seeks ride-hailing license in Hong Kong

Uber has applied for a ride hailing license, joining eight other candidates. The Transport Department has rece...

Nov 1, 2026
News Roundup · Local Briefing · Community Report · Community Report · Local Briefing · Community Report · Daily Digest · Latest Update · Latest Update · Community Report · News Roundup · Latest Update · Local Briefing · Local Briefing · Daily Digest · Daily Digest · Daily Digest · News Roundup · Latest Update · Latest Update · Weekly Review · Local Briefing · Latest Update · Weekly Review · Weekly Review · Daily Digest · Local Briefing · Local Briefing · Community Report · Community Report · Community Report · Local Briefing · Local Briefing · Community Report · News Roundup · Weekly Review · Local Briefing · Weekly Review · News Roundup · Latest Update