Sophie Turner Set for Prime Video’s Tomb Raider

Sophie Turner has been cast as Lara Croft in Prime Video’s upcoming Tomb Raider series from Phoebe Waller-Bridge.

Waller-Bridge serves as creator, writer, executive producer and co-showrunner of the series from Amazon MGM Studios. Jonathan Van Tulleken will direct and executive produce and Chad Hodge joins as co-showrunner and executive producer.

“I’m so excited to announce the formidable Sophie Turner as our Lara alongside this phenomenal creative team,” Waller-Bridge said. “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.”

Turner said: “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. 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.”

Vernon Sanders, head of global television at Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios, added: “Lara Croft is one of the most recognizable and iconic video game characters of all time. We are thrilled to have the wonderfully talented Sophie Turner bring this character to life who is defined by her courage, strength, and unshakable resolve. Led by the brilliant Phoebe Waller-Bridge, this series will honor the beloved Tomb Raider legacy while delivering fresh adventures to fans worldwide.”

Production begins in January 2026. The series is based on the video game franchise.