Emmerdale and Boots star confirmed for major villain role in God of War TV series

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Following the recent announcements of Kratos as the main character and Sif joining the cast, Prime Video has now revealed another important actor for its upcoming God of War series.

I just read some exciting news! Max Parker, who you might recognize from Emmerdale and those Boots commercials, is joining the cast of the upcoming God of War TV series on Prime Video. He’ll be acting alongside Ryan Hurst and Teresa Palmer, which is a fantastic lineup. I’m getting more and more hyped for this show!

Parker will play Heimdall, a powerful guardian of Asgard and one of Odin’s sons. He’s a major enemy in the Sony video game series, standing in the way of Kratos and his son, Atreus.

I’m really fascinated by this character! He’s portrayed as incredibly good-looking and full of energy, but it’s heartbreaking to see how his own father doesn’t seem to appreciate him, and how his family generally underestimates what he’s capable of. It’s clear he’s desperately trying to win their approval, especially his father’s, and I think a big part of his motivation is climbing the ranks within this powerful Viking family. You really feel for him because he wants to prove himself.

I was so excited to see Heimdall get a big role in God of War Ragnarök! He wasn’t in the first game, but in the sequel, he’s absolutely crucial. As Kratos and Atreus try to take down Odin and end his rule, Heimdall is right there with them, acting as this really important herald of Ragnarök. It was great to finally see his story unfold!

People new to the God of War games might know Heimdall as the character Idris Elba played in the Marvel movies. However, this version of Heimdall is much more evil and unlikeable.

After gaining recognition in the British TV dramas Casualty and Emmerdale, Parker has since appeared in several popular series, including the fantasy horror Vampire Academy on Peacock, the Netflix comedy-drama Boots as Sgt Sullivan, and as Manny in the fifteenth season of Doctor Who.

The new TV series, a collaboration between Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios, will explore the Viking history within the franchise and has already been picked up for another season.

The recent casting news suggests Heimdall will appear in the series much sooner than expected.

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Ronald D. Moore, known for his work on shows like Outlander and For All Mankind, is the writer, showrunner, and executive producer of this new series. Frederick E.O. Toye (Shōgun, The Boys) will direct the first two episodes.

The upcoming movie will focus on the bond between Kratos and his son, Atreus, who are traveling together to spread the ashes of their beloved wife and mother, Faye.

The story hints at a touching relationship between Kratos and his son, Atreus, as they journey together. Kratos attempts to guide Atreus in becoming a worthy god, while Atreus, in turn, tries to help his father connect with his humanity.

Honestly, the biggest question on everyone’s mind right now, after hearing about the upcoming adaptation, is who’s going to play Atreus, Kratos’s son. Casting news is coming fast and furious, and I’m right there with the fans, eagerly awaiting that announcement. I’ll be sure to share the news the moment it’s revealed!

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Nicola AustinFreelance Writer

Nicola Austin is a freelance journalist with a passion for science fiction, fantasy, and animation. She’s written for many publications, including Empire, Digital Spy, and SciFiNow, covering TV and film. And she firmly believes that The Mummy is a classic 90s film!

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2026-01-22 16:36