Sophie Turner cast as Lara Croft in Amazon’s upcoming ‘Tomb Raider’ series

Sophie Turner will step into the iconic role of Lara Croft in Amazon MGM Studios’ upcoming "Tomb Raider" television series, the studio confirmed. The project, being developed by Fleabag famed Phoebe Waller-Bridge, is set to begin production on Jan 19, 2026. Rumours of Turner’s casting circulated last year, but the 29-year-old actor confirmed the news on Instagram this week, writing that she was relieved to “finally talk about” the part. “I am thrilled beyond measure,” Turner said in a statement shared with American entertainment news platform Variety. “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...