These 5 Stars Would Make the Perfect God of War Cast

The God of War live-action show is coming soon to Amazon Prime Video, and fans everywhere are very excited to see Kratos and Atreus' journey brought to life. With the series set to follow the story from the 2018 game, many people are talking about who should play these famous roles and make it as real as possible.

God of War Live Action Cast

Casting such well-loved characters always leads to lots of talk and debate online. So, here are five actors that fans all over the internet, along with our own thoughts, think would be great picks for the God of War live action cast.

Dave Bautista as Kratos

Dave Bautista is seen by many fans as a top pick to play Kratos because he shows both strength and real emotion in his roles, like in Guardians of the Galaxy and Dune. His mix of power, strength, and vulnerability on his face makes him a perfect fit for Kratos in the God of War cast.

Fans often say Bautista has the right look for the Spartan warrior and can show the tough feelings of a father. Many online conversations name him as the strongest choice for Kratos. Other popular names that fans mention for the role of Kratos include Jason Momoa, Christopher Judge, and Triple H.

Sunny Suljic as Atreus

Sunny Suljic is seen as the best choice for Atreus because he already knows the character very well. He did the voice and motion capture for both recent games, so fans think it makes sense to have him play Atreus in the live-action show. He has grown up with the character, which makes his portrayal feel very real and natural.

Most fans agree that no one else could bring the same honest feel to Atreus, though some suggest Finn Wolfhard or Lewis MacDougall, too. Still, after deep analysis, we saw that Suljic was the name that came up most often in fan discussions.

Danielle Galligan as Freya

Danielle Galligan is known for strong and emotional performances as the character Nina in Netflix's Shadow and Bone. She can show both warmth and anger, which fits the character Freya perfectly. Fans like that she can handle tough, emotional scenes and also show the power of a goddess. It has been suggested by various fans that Galligan can bring a new energy to the role of Freya, and also make Freya feel more relatable, as in the game.

While some suggest other stars like Charlize Theron or Eva Green, Galligan’s mix of heart and strength makes her a favorite to play Freya in the live-action God of War series.

Clancy Brown as Mimir

Clancy Brown is a very popular actor and known for his deep and powerful voice that many people recognize, which has been featured in films such as The Shawshank Redemption, and as the voice of Mr Krabs from SpongeBob Squarepants and Lex Luthor in various Superman cartoons.

Brown’s voice mixes strength with a bit of wit, which fits the character Mimir perfectly. Fans often say he would bring Mimir’s wisdom and humor to life easily, making the character feel real and familiar. While some also mention actors like Mark Strong and Bill Nighy, Brown is a clear favorite because of his unique voice and talent.

Gerard Butler as Zeus

Gerard Butler has proven he can own the screen with his powerful roles, like in 300. His strong voice and bold energy make him a perfect pick for Zeus, who must feel both royal and fierce. Fans believe Butler could easily bring both charm and the serious threat that Zeus demands. Whenever people discuss who should play the King of Olympus, his name is one of the first to come up.

While others like Liam Neeson and Jeffrey Dean Morgan get mentioned, Butler stands out the most because he can show the right mix of strength and presence needed for Zeus.