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The Tomb Raider franchise is preparing for a bold reinvention, with Sophie Turner reportedly stepping into the role of Lara Croft.
A fresh take on Tomb Raider is taking shape at Amazon, with the long-running game franchise headed for a major overhaul.
Viewers can expect a newly built universe and a dramatically reinterpreted Lara Croft.
Early details from those behind the project suggest the series aims to expand the character’s world far beyond previous screen versions.
Reinventing a classic
Story Kitchen, a production company focused on video game adaptations, recently outlined new information about its collaboration with Amazon MGM Studios and Crystal Dynamics, the original creators of Tomb Raider.
According to the company’s website, the project will “reinvent the franchise on a massive scale” while weaving together the live-action show and future games into one shared narrative world.
Amazon has enlisted Fleabag creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge to lead the effort. The studio says she will be “spearheading the next chapter of Tomb Raider, launching an ambitious reimagining of the Lara Croft universe.”
Sophie Turner, known for her role in Game of Thrones, has been cast as the new Lara Croft, confirming months of speculation after her name first surfaced in late 2024.
Creative leadership
Jonathan Van Tulleken, whose directing work on FX’s Shogun drew widespread praise, is set to both direct and executive-produce the series.
He will work alongside writer Chad Hodge, who is also serving as co-showrunner with Waller-Bridge.
Development began quietly in January 2023, with Prime Video officially granting the green light in May 2024.
Turner’s involvement was confirmed only recently, marking a significant milestone for the production team.
Waller-Bridge welcomed Turner’s casting at the time, saying, “I’m so excited to announce the formidable Sophie Turner as our Lara alongside this phenomenal creative team.
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…”
What comes next
Filming is expected to start in January 2026, according to early September reports.
Amazon has not yet announced a release window, and production timelines suggest viewers may be waiting some time before the series arrives.
Fans of the franchise will have one more adventure to hold them over: the final season of the animated show Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft premieres on December 11.
Sources: Story Kitchen, IGN Nordic
