Emmy-winning director Frederick E.O. Toye is set to helm the first two episodes of the upcoming God of War series on Prime Video. Pre-production is currently taking place in Vancouver for this highly anticipated adaptation, which has received a two-season order from Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM. The series will focus on the narrative established in the successful 2018 God of War game, which introduced Norse mythology to the franchise. Toye has an impressive resume, having directed popular shows such as The Boys, Fallout, and Shōgun, for which he won an Emmy.

What is the God of War series about?

The God of War series is based on the critically acclaimed video game of the same name, particularly revolving around the story of Kratos, a former Greek god who navigates the complexities of fatherhood while facing challenges from Norse mythology. The show aims to explore this deep narrative and character development introduced in the recent games.

The original God of War game debuted on the PS2 in 2005, featuring Kratos on a quest for revenge against Ares, the God of War. The series has since evolved, with 2018's God of War fundamentally changing its direction and gameplay mechanics to a more story-driven approach, exploring themes of redemption, father-son relationships, and mythology. The follow-up, God of War Ragnarök, further expanded this rich narrative landscape, making the series a prime candidate for adaptation into a television format.