Sophie Turner is in final negotiations to play Lara Croft in the ‘Tomb Raider’ TV series set at Amazon MGM Studios.
Turner will become the latest actress to embody the iconic character of Lara Croft, who first appeared in the renowned ‘Tomb Raider’ video game series. This formidable globetrotting adventurer, known for her daring exploits and expertise in archaeology, has been brought to life on the big screen multiple times. Angelina Jolie famously portrayed Croft in two films, showcasing the character’s thrilling adventures and strong personality, while Alicia Vikander took on the role in a 2018 reboot that reimagined Lara Croft’s origins and introduced a more grounded portrayal. Turner’s involvement marks a new chapter for the franchise.
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The series is produced by Crystal Dynamics, Amazon MGM Studios, and Legendary Television. Executive producers include Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Jenny Robins through Wells Street Productions, Dmitri M. Johnson through dj2 Entertainment, and Michael Scheel. Amanda Greenblatt and Ryan Andolina are consulting producers under their Star Party banner.
Turner is best known for playing Sansa Stark in ‘Game of Thrones’ throughout the show’s eight-season run. She is also known for her role as Jean Grey in the later Fox X-Men films, namely ‘X-Men: Apocalypse’ and ‘X-Men: Dark Phoenix.’ Most recently, she starred in the miniseries ‘Joan’ and the limited series ‘The Staircase.’
