At a Glance
- First photos show Sophie Turner as Lara Croft in Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s Prime Video series
- Turner wears turquoise tank, black shorts, red-tinted shades, and the character’s signature braid
- The 29-year-old calls stepping into Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander’s footsteps “massive shoes to fill”
- Why it matters: Fans get their first look at the new era of Tomb Raider ahead of the still-untitled release date
The wait is over: months after Sophie Turner was tapped to headline Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s Prime Video reboot of Tomb Raider, the streamer has released the first images of her fully transformed into globe-trotting adventurer Lara Croft.
First Look at the New Lara Croft
In the freshly dropped stills, Turner sports the franchise’s iconic outfit-turquoise tank top, black shorts, fingerless gloves, utility belt, and gun-while her brunette hair is woven into Croft’s trademark braid with a few loose strands framing her face. Red-tinted sunglasses complete the look that fans have associated with the video-game heroine since the 1990s.
The 29-year-old actress, who shares daughters Willa, 5, and Delphine, 3, with ex-husband Joe Jonas, steps into a role previously embodied by:
- Angelina Jolie in the early-2000s films
- Alicia Vikander in the 2018 feature reboot
- Minnie Driver, who voiced an animated version in Revisioned: Tomb Raider
Turner’s Take on Joining the Franchise
“I’ve been a long-time fan of Tomb Raider and the character of Lara,” Turner said in a 2025 statement released shortly after her casting was announced. “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.”
She added, “I can’t wait for you all to see what we have cooking.”
Production Details and Cast
The series is currently in production and does not yet have an official premiere date. Turner leads an ensemble that includes:
- Jason Isaacs (The White Lotus)
- Martin Bobb-Semple
- Sigourney Weaver
- Additional cast members yet to be revealed
Why Turner Calls the Role “Refreshing”
While plot specifics remain under wraps, Turner told Net-A-Porter earlier this month that the part marks a deliberate departure from her previous work.
“It’s very different to the roles that I usually play,” she explained. “I’m not normally seen as an action girl or strong in who she is as a person. I often play characters that are constantly questioning themselves. It’s refreshing to do something different.”
The actress, who rose to global fame as Sansa Stark on Game of Thrones, emphasized she was “over the moon” to land the opportunity.
Key Takeaways
- Prime Video’s Tomb Raider adaptation remains undated but is actively filming.
- Turner’s costume stays faithful to the game’s classic aesthetic, right down to the braid and fingerless gloves.
- With Waller-Bridge as show-runner, the project promises a blend of high-octane action and sharp character work.
- Turner joins a lineage of acclaimed actresses who have portrayed Lara Croft, underscoring the high expectations surrounding the new series.
