Phoebe Waller-Bridge is creator, writer, exec producer and co-showrunner; Sophie Turner stars

Amazon MGM Studios has confirmed that Sophie Turner will star as Lara Croft in Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s new iteration of Tomb Raider, with principal photography due to start on 19 January 2026.

Phoebe Waller-Bridge is creator, writer, executive producer, and co-showrunner; Jonathan Van Tulleken will serve as director and executive producer and Chad Hodge joins as co-showrunner and executive producer.

Tom Raider is produced by Story Kitchen, Crystal Dynamics and Amazon MGM Studios. Its executive produced by Crystal Dynamics, Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Jenny Robins through Wells Street Productions, Dmitri M. Johnson, Mike Goldberg and Timothy I. Stevenson through Story Kitchen, Michael Scheel, and Legendary Television.

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Waller-Bridge said: “I’m so excited to announce the formidable Sophie Turner as our Lara alongside this phenomenal creative team. 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 added: “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, Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios enthused: “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.”

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