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God of War Series Recasts Kratos After On-Set Injury
entertainment-television1 month ago

God of War Series Recasts Kratos After On-Set Injury

Amazon Prime Video's God of War will recast the lead role of Kratos after Ryan Hurst tore a bicep on set, prompting production delays and extensive reshoots. Hurst has undergone surgery with a long recovery ahead, and a new Kratos actor will be cast to finish filming alongside Ed Skrein as Baldur; the Vancouver-shot series already had months filmed and four episodes in the can, and it remains on a two-season path with showrunner Ronald D. Moore guiding the adaptation of the latest God of War games.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#casting-change#entertainment-television#god-of-war
entertainment7 months ago

David Harbour Withdraws from 'Behemoth!' Amid Personal and Professional Reasons

David Harbour has exited the upcoming film 'Behemoth!' directed by Tony Gilroy, citing the need for rest after the intense filming and promotion of 'Stranger Things.' His role has been recast, and the film's plot involves a musician returning to Los Angeles. Harbour is known for his openness about mental health struggles, including bipolar disorder.

via variety.com|
#behemoth#casting-change#david-harbour
entertainment11 months ago

Liam Hemsworth Addresses 'The Witcher' Recasting and Fan Reactions

Liam Hemsworth addressed fan backlash after replacing Henry Cavill as Geralt in 'The Witcher,' revealing he stayed offline most of last year to avoid distractions. Cavill's departure was planned due to his other commitments, and the series creator emphasized the show's continuity beyond individual actors, with Hemsworth set to debut in Season 4.

via Variety|
#casting-change#entertainment#fan-backlash
film1 year ago

Andrew Garfield Withdraws from 'Frankenstein' as Jacob Elordi Steps In Under Pressure

Guillermo del Toro's upcoming 'Frankenstein' film recast Jacob Elordi as the monster after Andrew Garfield dropped out due to scheduling conflicts, leaving only nine weeks to develop the creature's look, which was originally designed for Garfield. Del Toro praised Elordi's physicality and connection to the role, and the film is set to premiere at the Venice Film Festival before streaming on Netflix.

via Variety|
#andrew-garfield#casting-change#film
"HBO Recasts 'White Lotus' Role Amid Ukraine Criticism"
entertainment2 years ago

"HBO Recasts 'White Lotus' Role Amid Ukraine Criticism"

Julian Kostov is set to replace Milos Bikovic in the cast of HBO's The White Lotus for its upcoming third season, following Bikovic's departure due to public criticism from Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs over his apparent support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Kostov, known for his role in Shadow and Bone, will join a star-studded cast for the new season, which is scheduled to begin filming in Thailand.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#casting-change#entertainment#hbo
"Sam Waterston Departs 'Law & Order' as Tony Goldwyn Takes Over"
entertainment2 years ago

"Sam Waterston Departs 'Law & Order' as Tony Goldwyn Takes Over"

Sam Waterston is leaving NBC's "Law & Order" after playing District Attorney Jack McCoy for over 400 episodes, with his final appearance set for February 22. Tony Goldwyn, known for "Scandal," will join the cast as the new district attorney. Waterston expressed gratitude to fans and the show's creator, Dick Wolf, in a farewell message. "Law & Order" is in its 23rd season and continues to explore real-life crimes from the perspectives of police and prosecutors.

via Deadline|
#casting-change#entertainment#law-and-order
"Doctor Who: Andor's Varada Sethu Replaces Millie Gibson as Companion"
entertainment2 years ago

"Doctor Who: Andor's Varada Sethu Replaces Millie Gibson as Companion"

Millie Gibson, who recently debuted as companion Ruby Sunday in Doctor Who, will be replaced by Varada Sethu after one season. Gibson will still appear in Season 14, set to release in May on Disney+, while Sethu will debut as a new companion in Season 15, currently in production. Ncuti Gatwa, who plays the Doctor, hinted at the dynamic between the Doctor and Ruby. Sethu's previous credits include Andor and various TV series and films.

via TVLine|
#casting-change#doctor-who#entertainment