New cast members confirmed for upcoming Tomb Raider series
Sophie Turner will play the lead role of Lara Croft
Last updated 6th Jan 2026
After iconic roles in shows such as Game of Thrones and Joan, English actress Sophie Turner is now set to follow in the footsteps of Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander, as she's been cast to play Lara Croft in Prime Video's new Tomb Raider series.
Created by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the brains behind shows such as Fleabag and Killing Eve, production for Tomb Raider will begin this month (January), and now further casting details have been announced.
What is the Tomb Raider series?
Bosses are so far keeping tight-lipped about the plot of the new series, but they have revealed the series is based on the iconic Tomb Raider video game franchise, which follows the adventures of world-famous archaeologist and adventurer Lara Croft.
Vernon Sanders, Head of Global Television, Prime Video & 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.”
When is it out?
There's no word on a start date just yet, but Amazon MGM Studios have now confirmed production will begin on 19th January 2026.
What channel is it on?
The new series will air on Prime Video.
Who is in the cast?
It was announced back in September 2024 that Sophie will be playing the role of Lara Croft.
Speaking about her new role, Sophie said: “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...”
On 6th January, further casting details were announced, with Sigourney Weaver, Jason Isaacs and Celie Imrie joining the cast.
The following cast are confirmed in canon roles from the Tomb Raider video game franchise:
Martin Bobb-Semple is Zip - Lara Croft’s long-standing tech support and friend.
Jason Isaacs is Atlas DeMornay - Lara Croft's uncle.
Bill Paterson is Winston - A long-standing Croft family butler.
The following cast are confirmed for roles to the Tomb Raider universe:
Jack Bannon is Gerry - Lara’s personal pilot and snack collector.
John Heffernan is David - An exhausted government official who finds himself tangled up in Lara's unusual world.
Celia Imrie is Francine - The Head of Advancement at the British Museum, focused solely on raising funds and glasses of champagne.
Paterson Joseph is Thomas Warner - A senior government official brought in to clean up an almighty mess.
Sasha Luss is Sasha - A fierce, deeply competitive new adversary of Lara’s.
Juliette Motamed is Georgia - A devoted, by-the-books curator at the British Museum, dedicated to the ‘proper’ preservation of history.
Sigourney Weaver is Evelyn Wallis - A mysterious, high-flying woman who is keen to exploit Lara's talents.
August Wittgenstein is Lukas - An illegal raider who shares history with Lara in more ways than one.
Who is writing it?
The amazing Phoebe Waller-Bridge will serve as creator, writer, executive producer, and co-showrunner on the series, whilst Jonathan Van Tulleken is the director and executive producer, and Chad Hodge joins as co-showrunner and executive producer.
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.
Tomb Raider is produced by Story Kitchen, Crystal Dynamics and Amazon MGM Studios.
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