God of War Series Regains Momentum, Eyes Filming for 2026

God of War Live-Action Series Rebooted under Ronald D. Moore for 2026 Prime Video Release

The God of War live-action series for Prime Video has resumed production, as confirmed by showrunner Ronald D. Moore at San Diego Comic-Con 2025. Writers are currently developing scripts, initiating the production phase. The series was first announced in December 2022 but underwent a full reboot in 2024 after the departure of original showrunner Rafe Judkins and writers Hawk Ostby and Mark Fergus. Moore, known for his work on Battlestar Galactica and Outlander, has brought new stability to the production. Moore stated that the series will be based on the 2018 God of War game, retaining its core storylines and characters, including Kratos and Atreus. He clarified that it will be an original adaptation while remaining true to the game’s essence and structure. Moore highlighted the God of War saga’s rich mythology as a primary appeal for the project, which was developed with Cory Barlog, the game’s creative director.

God of War Series Kicks Off Filming in 2026 with Moore and Amazon Leading the Charge

Amazon has commissioned two seasons, with current efforts focused solely on Season 1. Sony Pictures Television and PlayStation Productions are producing the series. Production remains in the planning phase with no firm start date for filming; however, Moore indicated that shooting would not commence in 2025 but could begin as early as 2026.

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