- Sophie Turner gets her first official look as Lara Croft in Amazon’s highly anticipated Tomb Raider series.
- The iconic adventurer returns to live-action after memorable portrayals by Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander.
- Phoebe Waller-Bridge leads the series as its creator and writer, bringing her talents from ‘No Time to Die’ and ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’.
- Two new games were announced at this year’s Game Awards, with Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis due in 2026 and Tomb Raider: Catalyst following in 2027.
Lara Croft is coming back to our screens, and this time, Sophie Turner is taking up the iconic role. After months of guessing about Amazon’s live-action Tomb Raider series, fans finally saw the former Game of Thrones star as the most famous gaming adventurer, giving an early look at what might be one of Prime Video’s biggest hits.
Since first appearing in 1996, Lara Croft has become more than just a video game character. The brave archaeologist has inspired many game series, hit movies, and generations of fans who have followed her adventures through ancient tombs, lost worlds, and risky places. The franchise also sparks strong debates whenever a new version is announced, and Turner’s casting is no different. From discussions about how much the series should copy the games to guesses about which part of Lara Croft’s story will be shown, fans have quickly shared their thoughts.
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With Sophie Turner taking the lead, excitement is already growing ahead of the series, expected to start in late 2026. Tomb Raider has always been known for action, mystery, and big adventures, and people have high hopes for Amazon’s version of the popular franchise. From casting news and production updates to guesses about the release date and what fans can look forward to with this new Lara Croft.
Here is everything we know so far about Amazon’s upcoming Tomb Raider series.
Before it became a TV Series, ‘Tomb Raider’ started as a video game in 1996, created by none other than Toby Gard and Paul Douglas, introducing the world to Lara Croft, a British, adventurous archaeologist who always seems to find trouble in the most remote corners around the world. She’s armed with intelligence, determination and willingness to take risks. Lara spent her time uncovering ancient mysteries, exploring forgotten tombs, and artifacts that should be kept where they are.
As the games grew more and more in popularity, Lara Croft became one of the most recognizable characters in entertainment, appearing on magazine covers and capturing the imagination of millions around the world. It wasn’t long before Hollywood came calling. That call eventually led to 2001’s ‘Lara Croft: Tomb Raider’, with Angelina Jolie stepping into the role not once but twice with her second film ‘Lara Croft: Tomb Raider – The Cradle of Life’. The film was a box-office success and introduced the adventurous archaeologist to a whole new audience beyond the gaming world.
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Over the years, several actresses have stepped into the role of Lara Croft. In the most recent film, ‘Tomb Raider,’ Alicia Vikander played a younger, more realistic version of Lara, as the franchise had originally intended. The franchise also stayed true to Lara’s image: a confident woman who ventures into the unknown, finds answers, and always seems to defy history, mythology, and danger, while others wouldn’t dare.
Now, Lara Croft is making the jump to a TV series in Amazon’s upcoming ‘Tomb Raider’ series, developed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge. The Emmy-winning writer and actress is best known for ‘Fleabag’, but her résumé also includes work on projects like ‘No Time to Die’, ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’, and ‘Dial of Destiny’, giving her the experience needed to balance characters’ stories with worldwide-trotting adventures. The project was first announced in 2024 as part of Amazon’s partnership with Crystal Dynamics, the studio behind the games.
Not much is known about the production, as Amazon has kept the story under wraps for now. However, we do know that production is already underway, with filming taking place in England and Spain. As fans wait for the first trailer and the official release date, one thing is certain—Lara Croft is heading back on another adventure.
Many fans are excited about Amazon’s ‘Tomb Raider’, as the series brings Lara Croft’s characters to life. Leading the adventures is Sophie Turner, who is taking on the famous role after becoming well-known through ‘Game of Thrones’ and the ‘X-Men’ films. She is joined by many Hollywood stars and up-and-coming actors, including Academy Award nominee Sigourney Weaver and experienced actor Jason Isaacs. Together, they form a cast that brings the Tomb Raider world to life, including several new characters created specifically for the series.
Here’s the cast we know so far:
- Lara Croft — played by Sophie Turner
- Zip — played by Martin Bobb-Semple
- Atlas DeMornay — played by Jason Isaacs
- Winston — played by Bill Paterson
- Evelyn Wallis — played by Sigourney Weaver
- Gerry — played by Jack Bannon
- David — played by John Heffernan
- Francine — played by Celia Imrie
- Thomas Warner — played by Paterson Joseph
- Sasha — played by Sasha Luss
- Georgia — played by Juliette Motamed
- Lukas — played by August Wittgenstein
While longtime fans will recognize characters like Lara Croft, Zip, and Winston, Amazon is also introducing several new characters created specifically for the series. Evelyn Wallis, Gerry, David, Francine, Thomas Warner, Sasha, Georgia, and Lukas are all new to the Tomb Raider world, indicating that the show will tell a new story rather than follow any one game exactly. As more details come out, it will be interesting to see how these new characters join Lara Croft’s latest adventure.
As we mentioned before, Amazon hasn’t announced an official release date for Tomb Raider yet, but the series is expected to debut on Prime Video in late 2026. While the exact release time remains unknown, filming is underway, with shooting beginning in England and Spain earlier this year.
Excitement surrounding the series continues to grow, particularly with Sophie Turner stepping into one of entertainment’s most iconic roles. Speaking about her casting, Turner said, “I am thrilled beyond measure to be playing Lara Croft. She’s such an iconic character, who means so much to so many – and I am giving everything I’ve got. They’re massive shoes to fill, following in the steps of Angelina and Alicia with their powerhouse performances, but with Phoebe at the helm, we (and Lara) are all in very safe hands.”
For now, fans will have to wait for an official release date, trailer, and additional story details from Amazon. However, two new games were announced at this year’s Game Awards, with Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis due in 2026 and Tomb Raider: Catalyst following in 2027. Until then, excitement continues to build for what could be one of Prime Video’s biggest releases, as Lara Croft returns for her next adventure.
