Amazon and MGM Studios Announce Cast for New ‘Tomb Raider’ Series

fan of the iconic Tomb Raider video game franchise will be excited to hear that Amazon MGM Studios has just announced the new cast for the upcoming Prime Video series, Tomb Raider. The series will star Sophie Turner as Lara Croft, the fearless archaeologist and adventurer we all know and love. Alongside Turner, the cast will include Sigourney Weaver, Jason Isaacs, Celia Imrie, Bill Paterson, and more, bringing depth and gravitas to the series.

Co-showrunner Phoebe Waller-Bridge expressed her excitement about the diverse cast, saying, “Tomb Raider boasts a plethora of iconic characters. I am thrilled to have been able to bring some personal and fan favorites to the screen while also introducing a few new rascals of our own to the mix. This cast is beyond my wildest dreams!”

Sophie Turner herself shared her enthusiasm for the role, stating, “I’ve been a longtime fan of Tomb Raider and the character of Lara. She has always felt very emboldened in a male-dominated world. She’s a fierce female role model!”

Peter Friedlander, head of Amazon MGM Studios, praised the new cast members, highlighting the bold storytelling and unforgettable characters that define the Tomb Raider franchise. With talents like Sigourney Weaver and Jason Isaacs on board, Friedlander expressed his excitement for the global Prime Video audience to experience this next chapter of Tomb Raider.

The series, led by Waller-Bridge as creator, writer, and executive producer, along with co-showrunner Chad Hodge, is sure to bring the adventurous spirit of Lara Croft to life in ways that fans old and new will appreciate. Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated Prime Video series!