The highly anticipated live-action adaptation of the beloved video game franchise, Tomb Raider, is gearing up for production, with filming set to commence in 2026. According to a report from Variety, the series will feature Sophie Turner, renowned for her role in Game of Thrones, stepping into the iconic shoes of Lara Croft.
Creative Vision and Passion
The project received the green light in May 2024, with the talented Phoebe Waller-Bridge taking the reins as creator, writer, and executive producer. Waller-Bridge expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “I’m so excited to announce the formidable Sophie Turner as our Lara alongside this phenomenal creative team. It’s not very often you get to make a show of this scale with a character you grew up loving. Everyone on board is wildly passionate about Lara and are all as outrageous, brave, and hilarious as she is. Get your artifacts out… Croft is coming…”
Sophie Turner’s Commitment
Turner herself shared her excitement about embodying such an iconic character. “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,” she remarked. Acknowledging the legacy left by previous portrayals, she added, “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. I can’t wait for you all to see what we have cooking.”
Disclaimer: Alex Forbes-Calvin is a freelance writer who has worked with Crystal Dynamics on Tomb Raider in the past.
