Sophie Turner Promises a Unique Take on Tomb Raider

Sophie Turner Promises a Unique Take on Tomb Raider

The much-anticipated live-action series of Tomb Raider for Prime Video is beginning to generate buzz. Sophie Turner, known for her role in Game of Thrones, is officially taking on the iconic character Lara Croft, and she has shared her enthusiasm about the project.

Turner has been preparing rigorously for the physically demanding role. In a recent interview with ScreenRant, she revealed that her training began back in February 2025, indicating her commitment to embodying the character authentically. "I can’t say much, but I’ve been training for a long time now, coming up on a year, and we’re going to start shooting in January," she disclosed. She expressed optimism about the series, stating, "I think it’s going to be something special."

A Strong Creative Team

The show is being developed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, acclaimed for her work on Fleabag, alongside writer Chad Hodge. Their vision aims to adapt the legendary video game series into one of Amazon’s high-profile projects. Waller-Bridge has shared her emotional connection to Lara Croft, conveying excitement about the upcoming adventure.

Previous Adaptations and Expectations

Lara Croft has previously been portrayed in various films, most notably by Angelina Jolie in the early 2000s and by Alicia Vikander in the 2018 reboot. Each actress brought a different interpretation to the character, and this new series benefits from long-form storytelling to delve deeper into Lara’s world.

Growing Cast and Production

Sophie Turner officially joined as the lead in September 2025. The impressive cast includes Jason Isaacs, Martin Bobb-Semple, and potentially Sigourney Weaver, who is in talks to take part. With robust training, a talented creative team, and an intriguing cast, this Tomb Raider series stands out among Prime Video's forthcoming adaptations.

Source: GeekTyrant