Sophie Turner Is the New Lara Croft—And Production Has Officially Begun- Amazon MGM Studios has officially unveiled the first image of Sophie Turner stepping into the legendary role of Lara Croft for its upcoming Tomb Raider television series, and fans are getting their first glimpse at the new era of the iconic adventurer.
Released by Prime Video, the image confirms that production on the highly anticipated series is now underway. In the photo, Turner channels Lara Croft’s classic look, wearing the character’s signature fitted top and shorts, paired with distinctive red sunglasses—a clear nod to the video game heroine’s instantly recognizable style.
Turner, best known for her breakout role as Sansa Stark on Game of Thrones, becomes the latest actress to bring Lara Croft to life on screen. The character was famously portrayed by Angelina Jolie in the early 2000s with Lara Croft: Tomb Raider and its sequel The Cradle of Life. More recently, Alicia Vikander took on the role in the 2018 reboot film, offering a grittier, more grounded take on the treasure-hunting icon.
This new television adaptation is being developed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the Emmy-winning creator and star of Fleabag, who is serving as both creator and executive producer. Her involvement has already generated significant buzz, with fans eager to see how her sharp storytelling sensibilities will reshape the Tomb Raider universe for television.
The series boasts an impressive ensemble cast alongside Turner. Sigourney Weaver joins the project in a major role, along with Jason Isaacs, Martin Bobb-Semple, Jack Bannon, John Heffernan, Bill Paterson, Paterson Joseph, Sasha Luss, Juliette Motamed, Celia Imrie, and August Wittgenstein. While specific character details remain under wraps, the stacked lineup suggests a globe-spanning adventure filled with high-stakes action and layered storytelling.
Prime Video’s Tomb Raider aims to reintroduce Lara Croft to a new generation while honoring the legacy that made her one of the most recognizable figures in gaming and pop culture. With a serialized format, the show has the opportunity to explore Lara’s origins, motivations, and evolution in greater depth than previous film adaptations.
No release date has been announced yet, but with cameras now rolling and the first official look revealed, anticipation is already building. As Sophie Turner takes up the mantle of one of entertainment’s most iconic adventurers, all eyes are on Prime Video’s Tomb Raider to see how this new chapter will redefine Lara Croft for the small screen.
