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Prime Video Unveils First Look at Sophie Turner’s Lara Croft as Tomb Raider Series Begins Production

The Amazon MGM Studios drama from creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge begins UK production, signaling a game-faithful vision with a high-profile ensemble.

Overview

  • The first official photo shows Turner in a costume that mirrors Lara Croft’s 1996 game look, including a teal tank, shorts, red-tinted sunglasses and dual pistols.
  • Production is underway in the United Kingdom, with filming ramping up from January 19, and the released image originated from a wardrobe test.
  • Phoebe Waller-Bridge serves as creator, writer, executive producer and co-showrunner alongside Chad Hodge, with Jonathan van Tulleken directing and executive producing.
  • Confirmed cast includes Sigourney Weaver as Evelyn Wallis, Jason Isaacs as Atlas DeMornay, Martin Bobb-Semple as Zip and Bill Paterson as Winston, among other ensemble members.
  • The series is produced by Amazon MGM Studios with Crystal Dynamics and Story Kitchen, Prime Video has not announced a release date, and Turner says her preparation has included extensive training plus playing the games and reading the comics.