A Game of Thrones Star Is In The Running to Play Lara Croft

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Key Takeaways

  • Amazon’s new Tomb Raider series is considering Sophie Turner and Lucy Boynton for the role of Lara Croft.
  • Phoebe Waller-Bridge is behind Amazon’s Tomb Raider which is undertaking a global search for its lead.
  • With scripts possibly completed, the new Tomb Raider series awaits casting news.

As a long-time fan of Lara Croft and the Tomb Raider franchise, I must say that the news of Amazon’s live-action series has me more than a little excited! With Phoebe Waller-Bridge at the helm, I have high hopes for this adaptation. And with rumors swirling about Sophie Turner and Lucy Boynton being considered for the role of Lara Croft, it seems that Amazon is casting a wide net to find the perfect actress for the part.

Recently, there’s been a lot of buzz surrounding Lara Croft, with the premiere of the animated series “The Legend of Lara Croft: Tomb Raider”. Now, people are speculating who might take on the role in Amazon’s live-action adaptation of the popular video game series, simply referred to as “Tomb Raider”, set for TV.

The most recent live-action adaptation of “Tomb Raider” was released in 2018, starring Alicia Vikander. Regrettably, this film didn’t earn enough at the box office to secure a follow-up. Despite discussions about another movie featuring Vikander, no progress was made. Then, in May 2024, Amazon commissioned a new live-action “Tomb Raider” series as part of their agreement with game developer Crystal Dynamics. This series will be linked to the series of “Tomb Raider” games developed by Crystal Dynamics, which comprises “Tomb Raider” (2013), “Rise of the Tomb Raider” (2015), “Shadow of the Tomb Raider” (2018), and an upcoming fourth game that’s currently in production.

The Search For A New Lara Croft Actress Heats Up

The hit video game series Tomb Raider, owned by Amazon, is being penned and produced by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, famous for producing shows like Fleabag and Killing Eve, as well as acting in films such as Solo: A Star Wars Story and the upcoming Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. Fans have been eager to discover who will assume the role of the legendary Lara Croft next, with Hayley Atwell being the most recent voice behind the character in the Netflix animated series. During Amazon’s presentations in May, studio head Jennifer Salke announced that the casting process would involve a global talent hunt.

It’s been mentioned that Amazon has thrown some names into contention for the lead role of Lara Croft, with Sophie Turner and Lucy Boynton being two of the actors they are considering for testing. Turner is recognized primarily for her portrayal of Sansa Stark across all eight seasons of “Game of Thrones,” and she also held a significant role as a young Jean Grey in the Fox X-Men prequels, “X-Men: Apocalypse” and “Dark Phoenix.” Boynton has previously starred in Netflix series such as “Gypsy” and “The Politician,” and has appeared in films like “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “The Greatest Hits,” and “Barbie.” The report did not disclose any other names, but it seems Amazon is looking to cast a British actor for the role, which aligns with the character’s original background.

Information about the narrative and future of Amazon’s Tomb Raider series remains scant, but earlier this year, Waller-Bridge mentioned that Lara Croft is a significant part of her personal history and the character holds great significance for her. With casting currently in progress, it appears that an announcement regarding the new Lara Croft actress might be close at hand, suggesting that the scripts for the series have been finalized. This could also indicate that production on the series will commence shortly. Here’s to hoping for a swift start to filming!

Crystal Dynamics hasn’t specified a release timeframe for the upcoming Tomb Raider game yet, and Netflix is working on the second season of Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft. With several Tomb Raider projects in progress, it remains uncertain which will be unveiled first.

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2024-10-31 21:24