As popular as he might be, there’s no denying that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has steadily become one of the most divisive celebrities in the industry over the past few years. From his disappointing performance in movies like Black Adam to his forgettable stints in the Jumanji sequels, Johnson still hasn’t hit the jackpot when it comes to a legendary character to embody. Now, The Rock might be taking on his biggest role yet, and not everyone is going to be happy about it.

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Last year, the former WWE wrestler announced that he would be starring in a new live-action video game adaptation. In his own words, he’d be “bringing one of the biggest, most badass games to the screen,” without going further into detail about what sort of adaptation he was working on – let alone a release date.

That happened in early 2022, and we still have no news about this new mystery project starring Dwayne Johnson. However, we know that Amazon is working on a live-action God of War adaptation, aiming to bring Sony’s iconic deity to Amazon Prime Video.

Knowing Kratos’ physique and status as the personification of the ideal Greek musculature, fans know that whoever’s looking to embody the god of war on the big screen must be a rather brawny actor. Piecing things together, it seems almost too obvious that the part of Kratos would be perfect for someone like Dwayne Johnson – and that’s precisely what some leakers are now claiming on the internet.

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Presumed leakers on X (formerly Twitter) have mentioned that Johnson is in early negotiations to star as Kratos in the live-action God of War adaptation. This news stirred all sorts of reactions from fans of the popular video game – and they all weren’t precisely positive.

Some fans have expressed wariness about Johnson’s potential casting as Kratos, citing fears that the actor’s ubiquity could overshadow the character. Johnson has taken Hollywood by storm in recent years, landing lead roles in myriad blockbuster films and franchises. While his box office draw is undisputed, there is a sense among some moviegoers that The Rock’s nonstop appearance in so many movies runs the risk of fostering overexposure.

This potential for oversaturation has led a portion of the fanbase to push back against the idea of Johnson stepping into the role of Kratos. While Johnson’s casting has sparked much online chatter, there remains a contingent of the God of War faithful who have advocated for a different direction. Many fans have vocally supported the idea of having Chris Judge step into the role of a live-action Kratos.

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As the voice actor who has brought the character to life in the recent God of War games, Judge has gained the admiration and familiarity of fans. Certain devotees of the franchise maintain that having Judge portray his iconic character on-screen would bring unrivalled authenticity and continuity to the rumoured show. While Dwayne Johnson may excel at capturing the physicality of Kratos, some die-hard fans insist that the spirit of the character belongs to Chris Judge.

Still, some of the most prominent leakers have been shot down by none other than Cory Barlog, the creative mind behind some of the most iconic God of War games. Barlog mentioned on X that he hasn’t been informed of Dwayne Johnson’s involvement in the series, which takes us back to square one in terms of who’s going to become Kratos on Amazon’s upcoming show.

While fan debate rages on regarding who should inherit the mantle of Kratos, Dwayne Johnson has proven he has the capacity to take on iconic roles and make them his own. However, finding the right balance between leveraging his star power and maintaining the essence of Kratos will be key for many fans.

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If done right, it could be the perfect vehicle for an actor to cement their legacy by portraying one of gaming’s most renowned characters. For The Rock, God of War‘s Kratos could be the legendary role that cements his place in the pantheon of action stars.

Do you think that The Rock will be taking on his biggest role ever and be Kratos from God of War?

Rumours Suggest That The Rock Is About To Take On His Biggest Role Yet & Some Fans Won’t Be Happy Written by Staff Writer for Fortress of Solitude