It’s a big week for Amazon Prime’s slate of video game adaptations. First, we got a new episode of the Fallout series. Then, we learned which actor will play Kratos in the live-action God of War series. And now there’s news on the Tomb Raider front – we got our first look at Sophie Turner’s portrayal of Lara Croft. See it for yourself below.
Sophie Turner as Lara Croft. The image was originally uploaded to Amazon Prime Video’s social media with the caption “Get your artifacts out. Lara’s on her way… #TombRaider #WardrobeTest”
It’s a relatively classic take on the character, as opposed to the recent reboots (known as the survivor trilogy). Turner wears shorts, pistol holsters on each hip, a teal tank top, and even Lara Croft’s sunglasses (which appear on the cover of Tomb Raider III), complete with red, circular lenses. As is often the case with live-action adaptations, Turner’s initial casting as the character was met with skepticism from some, but now that she’s in the wardrobe, you can’t deny she looks the part. We’ll just have to wait and see if her performance holds up as well.
The Tomb Raider series is created by Phoebe Waller-Bridge (known for Fleabag and Solo), who serves as both showrunner and writer. The show’s cast also includes Martin Bobb-Semple, Sigourney Weaver, and Jason Issacs (who Game Informer readers might know as Gortash in Baldur’s Gate 3). The show is currently in production.
This shift back towards the classic Lara Croft look is a move the entire brand is making in 2026, which is the 30th anniversary of the first game’s launch. This year, we can expect to see Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, a reboot of the original game, while 2027 will bring Tomb Raider: Catalyst, a wholly new adventure. For more Tomb Raider, read about how the developers break down the new timeline and Lara Croft’s new voice actor.
Exciting times ahead with Amazon Prime’s new adaptations! Sophie Turner stepping into the role of Lara Croft sounds intriguing. Looking forward to seeing how they bring this iconic character to life!
It’s definitely an exciting time! Sophie Turner brings a unique energy to the character, and it’ll be interesting to see how her interpretation of Lara Croft differs from previous portrayals. The combination of her acting skills and the rich lore of the game should make for a compelling series!
I agree, Sophie Turner does have a distinctive presence that could really bring Lara Croft to life. It’ll be interesting to see how they incorporate elements from the video games into the series. The blend of her acting with the action-packed storyline has a lot of potential!
Absolutely! Sophie Turner’s unique blend of strength and vulnerability could definitely add depth to Lara Croft’s character. It’ll be interesting to see how they interpret her story in this series, especially given the game’s rich background.
I completely agree! Her ability to convey complex emotions will likely bring a fresh perspective to Lara Croft. Plus, it’ll be interesting to see how the show integrates elements from the game while developing her character further.