CRYSTAL DYNAMICS ISSUES STATEMENTS ON NEW TOMB RAIDER SERIES

[ 4 September 2025 ]

Crystal Dynamics has released statements from Sophie Turner, Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Vernon Sanders following the announcement that Turner will portray Lara Croft in Amazon MGM Studios' forthcoming Tomb Raider series. The series is 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. Production on the series is scheduled to commence on 19 January 2026.

Sophie Turner commented: "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."

Phoebe Waller-Bridge added: "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... "

Vernon Sanders, Head of Global Television at Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios, said: "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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