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Justin Theroux discusses bringing Robert House to life in Fallout season 2, detailing his approach to voice and makeup while avoiding direct game impersonation, and describing the high-stakes face-off with Walton Goggins’ Cooper Howard in a Las Vegas–themed episode. He praises the collaboration with Goggins and the creative process that helps translate the iconic game character to the Prime Video series.
Amazon's upcoming God of War live-action series on Prime Video has cast Ryan Hurst as Kratos. Best known for Sons of Anarchy and The Walking Dead, Hurst also voiced Thor in God of War Ragnarok, and will depict the iconic demigod in the adaptation, which has undergone leadership changes since its 2022 announcement, with Ronald D. Moore taking over as showrunner in 2024.
Prime Video has ordered a two-season live-action God of War series, casting Ryan Hurst as Kratos and centering on Kratos and his son Atreus as they embark on a journey to spread the ashes of their wife, with pre-production in Vancouver; Emmy-winning director Frederick E.O. Toye will direct the first two episodes, and Ronald D. Moore serves as showrunner, with production by Sony Pictures Television, Amazon MGM Studios, PlayStation Productions, and Tall Ship Productions.
Ryan Hurst has been cast as Kratos in Prime Video's live-action God of War series from Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios. The adaptation, based on PlayStation's myth-inspired games, has a two-season order with pre-production underway in Vancouver, and Ronald D. Moore serves as writer/showrunner. The series follows Kratos and his son Atreus as they travel to spread the ashes of Kratos's wife, with Hurst known for Opie in Sons of Anarchy and Thor in God of War Ragnarök.
Amazon MGM Studios announced the cast for the upcoming Prime Video series 'Tomb Raider,' starring Sophie Turner as Lara Croft, with a notable ensemble including Sigourney Weaver and Jason Isaacs. The series is based on the iconic video game franchise and is led by creators Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Chad Hodge, promising a fresh take on the adventurous world of Lara Croft.
The NFL scheduled the Packers-Bears Wild Card game for Saturday night on Prime Video, deviating from traditional Sunday slots, to boost streaming viewership and attract a younger audience, leveraging its partnership with Amazon and prioritizing streaming growth over conventional broadcast preferences.
Prime Video is considering expanding the Fallout series with a reality competition show called Fallout Shelter, set inside Vaults and inspired by the video game, with executive producers Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy. This move aligns with streaming trends of creating offshoots and spin-offs, though it raises questions about the use of a post-apocalyptic setting for a standard reality show.
'Wicked: For Good,' the final chapter of the Wicked saga starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, will be available for purchase or rent on Prime Video starting December 30, with options to preorder. The film concludes the story of Elphaba and Glinda, exploring their final journey and reconciliation, and can be watched by Prime members or non-members through rental or purchase.
Amazon Prime Video in the U.S. now offers a free news destination on its homepage, featuring major networks like ABC, CBS, Fox, CNN, and NBC, with over 200 channels planned by the end of the year, accessible to all Prime members at no additional cost.
A new series titled 'Young Sherlock' on Prime Video reimagines Sherlock Holmes' early years, starring Hero Fiennes Tiffin as a university-aged Holmes involved in a globe-trotting conspiracy, with Guy Ritchie directing the first episodes, premiering on March 4, 2026.
The second season of Prime Video's Fallout adaptation has successfully expanded the game's universe, boosting game sales and player engagement, while maintaining authenticity and influencing future game development, including Fallout 5.
Chase Elliott's No. 9 Prime Video Chevrolet for the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series has been unveiled, with the car scheduled to race three times in 2026 at Talladega, Texas, and Dover Motor Speedway.
Fallout Season 2 will premiere early on December 16 at 9 p.m. ET on Prime Video, with new episodes released weekly until February 4, 2026, featuring storylines inspired by Fallout: New Vegas.
During Cyber Monday, Prime Video offers a deal where Prime members can subscribe to Apple TV Plus for $6 per month for six months, down from the usual $13, with the offer ending December 1. This is part of a broader range of streaming service discounts available through Prime Video.
'Playdate' is a mediocre action-comedy on Prime Video featuring Kevin James and Alan Ritchson, filled with clichés, poor plot, and unfunny gags, making it easy to ignore while doing chores.