In January 2026, Prime Video revealed the full cast of the highly anticipated live-action Tomb Raider series. Actress Sophie Turner, famous for Game of Thrones, will take on the lead role of adventurer Lara Croft. Additionally, heavyweight names like veteran Sigourney Weaver and Jason Isaacs are also part of the team. Thus, the production aims to honor the rich gallery of characters from the game franchise, bringing a new chapter to the screen. Filming is about to begin, with a global release scheduled for later this year in 2026, exclusively on Amazon’s catalog.
The series is relevant because it marks Lara Croft’s return to live-action adaptations after the films with Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander. With creation, screenplay, and executive production in the hands of Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the mind behind hits like Fleabag, expectations are for a sophisticated and personality-filled narrative. The official announcement came via press release and social media, generating significant buzz among Brazilian fans. The project is a co-production between Story Kitchen, Crystal Dynamics (owner of the games), and Amazon MGM Studios, ensuring a robust budget and fidelity to the original source.
Who’s Who in Lara Croft’s New Adventure
The main cast features a mix of established talents and rising stars. Alongside Sophie Turner will be Sigourney Weaver as Evelyn Wallis and Jason Isaacs as Atlas DeMornay. The supporting team also includes Martin Bobb-Semple as Zip, Jack Bannon as Gerry, and a series of other actors who will bring new and classic characters to life. Phoebe Waller-Bridge did not hide her enthusiasm, stating that the cast exceeded her expectations and that she is happy to bring these icons to the screen. Additionally, Jonathan Van Tulleken will take on directing duties, while Chad Hodge will serve as co-showrunner alongside Waller-Bridge.
What to expect from this new Lara Croft adventure? There are still few details about the plot, but it is known that the series will follow the archaeologist’s escapades in search of artifacts and mysteries. The bet on a diverse cast and an award-winning creative team suggests a high-quality product. Therefore, everything indicates that Prime Video is heavily investing to define an action and adventure series. While we await more news and a first trailer, the cast reveal already warms the hearts of fans and places the production on the radar as one of the most promising of 2026.
