In a nutshell

• Ed Skrein will portray Baldur in Prime Video’s God of War series.
• The show adapts the hit PlayStation franchise, focusing on Kratos’ Norse saga.
• Production continues to build momentum with a growing cast lineup.

Prime Video’s highly anticipated God of War series has added another major name to its cast. According to a report from Deadline, actor Ed Skrein (Deadpool, Alita: Battle Angel) will take on the role of Baldur, the Norse god known for his invulnerability and tragic fate.

A Faithful Adaptation of Kratos’ Norse Journey

The series will follow Kratos and his son Atreus as they navigate the dangerous world of Norse mythology. Baldur, a central antagonist in God of War (2018), is expected to play a pivotal role in the show’s narrative, setting up intense confrontations that mirror the game’s emotional and action-packed storyline.

Building a Star-Studded Cast

With Ed Skrein joining the project, Prime Video continues to assemble a strong cast to match the scale of the source material. Previous castings include Max Parker as Heimdall, Mandy Patinkin and Ólafur Darri Ólafsson as Odin and Thor, and Ryan Hurst as Kratos.

The adaptation is being developed by Sony Pictures Television and PlayStation Productions, ensuring close collaboration with the original creators to maintain authenticity.