In a twist that would have Dwight Schrute reaching for his Battlestar Galactica DVDs, Amazon’s upcoming God of War live-action series has just landed a showrunner with some serious sci-fi cred. The news has sent ripples of excitement through both the gaming and TV communities, with fans eager to see how this unexpected choice will shape the adaptation of the beloved PlayStation franchise.
But who is this mystery showrunner, and why would Dunder Mifflin’s most eccentric employee be so thrilled? Well, grab your Leviathan Axe and polish your Blades of Chaos, because we’re about to dive into the realm of Norse mythology by way of… outer space?
A Showrunner Worthy of Valhalla
According to Deadline, Ronald D. Moore has been tapped as the writer, executive producer, and showrunner for the in-development live-action God of War Amazon Prime Video series. If that name doesn’t ring any bells, allow us to jog your memory – and explain why Dwight Schrute would be over the moon about this choice.
Ronald D. Moore (‘For All Mankind’) will now serve as showrunner for the live-action ‘GOD OF WAR’ series. pic.twitter.com/4ySrzZjuvY
— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) October 22, 2024
Moore is perhaps best known for his work on the critically acclaimed reimagining of Battlestar Galactica – you know, that show Dwight was always going on about. But his resume doesn’t stop there. He’s also the creative force behind For All Mankind (2019) and Outlander (2014), showcasing his ability to tackle both sci-fi epics and historical dramas with equal finesse.
Fans were quick to express their excitement about Moore’s involvement:
Now this is actually Awesome!
— DeeSHIB (@DAym4720) October 22, 2024
This is what we’ve all being wanting.
— TAV (@TayeSuave) October 22, 2024
For those unfamiliar with Moore’s more recent work, some fans helpfully chimed in:
It’s awesome. It’s alternate timeline where Russia made it to the moon first, so instead of stopping the space race continued. Fr Apple TV has some absolute bangers
— Bousq21 (@RBousq21) October 22, 2024
Broadly talented from the Battlestar Galactica reboot to Outlander to For All Mankind. Very diverse and talented!!!
— Dawn Meade (@dawnrmeade) October 22, 2024
It goes without saying that Moore’s diverse background has many believing he’s the perfect choice to bring Kratos and Atreus’ journey to life!
From Space Battles to God Battles
While Moore’s sci-fi pedigree is impressive, some might wonder how it translates to the world of Norse mythology and angry Spartan warriors. But as one astute fan pointed out, Moore’s work on Battlestar Galactica (2004) proves he’s more than capable of handling epic, character-driven narratives:
The guy also worked on the BattleStar Galactica reboot series in the late 2000s, which was Game of thrones before game of thrones became a thing in the 2010s. This is a VERY good pick.
— Jonathan Cortez (@Jonatha53066656) October 23, 2024
Of course, with a showrunner locked in, fans are now turning their attention to the next big question: who will play Kratos? The internet is abuzz with suggestions, from Christopher Judge to Jason Momoa to Gerard Butler:
Who will play Kratos? Tell Gerard Butler to get in the gym!! pic.twitter.com/TM4BU5k42o
— Khalil Underwood (@RealKhalilU) October 23, 2024
While we’ll have to wait and see who ultimately dons the ashen skin and red tattoos, one thing’s for sure: with Ronald D. Moore at the helm, the God of War series is shaping up to be a show that even Dwight Schrute would clear his calendar for.
What do you think of Ronald D. Moore as the showrunner for God of War? And who’s your pick to play Kratos? Let us know in the comments below!
