The Tomb Raider Live-Action Series: A New Lara Croft on the Horizon?
Well, well, well—look who’s crawling her way out of the tomb after all these years? That’s right, folks! A live-action Tomb Raider TV show is finally taking shape over at Amazon, like a long-buried treasure re-emerging from the sands of time.
Now, before you grab your pickaxe and head for the hills, let’s talk about the potential actors vying for the coveted role of Lara Croft. According to Deadline, it’s down to Sophie Turner—you know, the one who gave us all a few seasons of ‘Sansa Stark’ with attitude—and Lucy Boynton, who played the role of “Someone in a Cool Movie” in Bohemian Rhapsody. Both actresses are set to do screen tests, which sounds delightful: I can just picture them engaging in a high-octane duel involving grappling hooks and witty repartee. Who knew auditioning could be such a sport?
But let’s not forget the masterminds behind the scenes! The script has been scribed by none other than coveted ‘Fleabag’ creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge. So, if you thought raiding tombs was just about some good old-fashioned treasure-hunting, think again! Waller-Bridge’s humor will likely lead to some snarky quips being exchanged between tomb robbers and ancient mummies alike. Seriously, I can’t wait to see a once-dreaded boulder become a source of comic relief.
We can’t discuss Lara Croft without acknowledging her cinematic past—remember the fabulous Angelina Jolie swinging her dual pistols back in the early 2000s? Ah, those were the days! And subsequent attempts to relaunch the film franchise with Alicia Vikander in 2018 yielded mixed results—like a treasure chest full of marbles: some shiny, and some entirely out of place. Don’t even get me started on that animated series on Netflix, which was about as successful as a zombie in a swimming pool.
As for our illustrious actresses, Sophie Turner has already made waves as Jean Grey in X-Men, while Lucy Boynton’s been dazzling us with her diverse roles, like playing a detective in a comedy-drama that’s more whimsical than a tomb full of tinsel. With Emma Corrin from The Crown and Mackenzie Davis from Halt and Catch Fire also on the radar, it’s truly a race that could use a bit more cataclysmic chaos!
And let’s not overlook the gaming front! The Tomb Raider franchise, one of the longest-running video game series, remains relevant with remastered trilogies spilling out of Crystal Dynamics like treasure from a cracked urn. A new sequel is in the making, but Amazon assures us it’s not pulling any story overlap tactics—because we all know what happened the last time someone tried to mix timelines. Spoiler: no one ended up happy.
As we floor it into this new series, let’s cross our fingers and hope it’s not just another expedition to find a glorified relic of pop culture. With the right script, actors, and a dash of that Waller-Bridge wit, we could very well be in for an archaeological treat rather than just tomb raided by the same old clichés.
So, pour yourself a mug of cocoa, adjust your adventure hat, and stay tuned; this could be a wild ride! Or a mildly entertaining expedition. Either way, it’s sure to be *better* than that animated series, right?
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A live-action Tomb Raider TV show has been in development at Amazon for several years, and recent updates suggest the series is narrowing down its choice for the next Lara Croft. Deadline reports that Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner and Murder on the Orient Express actress Lucy Boynton are among the contenders for the iconic video game character.
The show’s script was penned by acclaimed Fleabag creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge and was greenlit by Amazon earlier this year. With screen tests slated for both Turner and Boynton, rumors indicate that other actresses may also be considered for the role, including Emma Corrin from The Crown and Mackenzie Davis, known for Halt and Catch Fire.
Turner, who gained fame for her role as Sansa Stark on Game of Thrones, later portrayed Jean Grey in X-Men: Apocalypse and Dark Phoenix. Currently, she is featured in the British crime drama series Joan. Boynton has an impressive resume, recently appearing in Bohemian Rhapsody, The Pale Blue Eye, and the cultural phenomenon Barbie. She has also played Astrid Sloan in the comedy-drama series The Politician.
As one of the longest-running series in gaming history, Tomb Raider has seen various adaptations over the years. The franchise was first brought to life on the big screen with two films in the early 2000s starring Angelina Jolie, followed by a reboot in 2018 featuring Alicia Vikander as the titular character. While Vikander’s film received moderate box office success, it somehow failed to yield any direct sequels.
Tomb Raider has also been transformed into a disappointing animated series on Netflix. Meanwhile, the gaming franchise continues to thrive, with plans for remastered trilogies of the original six games and ongoing efforts at Crystal Dynamics for a new blockbuster sequel. However, Amazon has already confirmed that the upcoming adaptation will not intersect with any narrative elements of the new game.
