Sophie Turner’s Lara Croft reveal marks the start of Prime’s Tomb Raider TV show production.
Amazon has shared an exclusive first look at Sophie Turner’s Lara Croft in its upcoming live-action Tomb Raider TV series.
The photo depicts the A-list actress in Lara Croft’s iconic rugged outfit and signature braids. Sophie Turner, the star of multiple hit shows and films including Game of Thrones and X-Men, was confirmed to take on the role of the popular female protagonist last September.
Sophie Turner’s Lara Croft reveal was met with mixed reactions. Some fans inevitably compared her look to Angelina Jolie’s iconic portrayal in the early 2000s film adaptations, favoring the former. While others praised Turner’s version for being a more accurate depiction of the character. “The fact her iconic red glasses weren’t forgotten at last healed something in my soul,” one user commented on X.
With the release of the official image, Amazon also announced the start of production on Tomb Raider.
All we know about Prime’s Tomb Raider so far
The Tomb Raider TV show was initially confirmed in May 2024. The series is being led by award-winning producer Phoebe Waller-Bridge, best known for her work in shows Fleabag and Killing Eve. She joins the project as creator, writer, executive producer, and co-showrunner.
The upcoming Tomb Raider series has also confirmed a decorated cast, including Alien star Sigourney Weaver, Harry Potter actor Jason Isaacs, and Wonka’s Paterson Joseph, among many others.
Tomb Raider is a popular gaming franchise, having built a legacy in the adventure genre since its launch in 1996 on PlayStation. The game features Lara Croft–one of the most recognisable game characters–as its protagonist. She is an archaeologist who embarks on perilous adventures in search of ancient artifacts and hidden treasures.
