Get ready for a bold new take on the iconic Lara Croft! The announcement of Sophie Turner as the new Lara Croft in Amazon's Tomb Raider series has fans buzzing.
While some raised eyebrows at the casting choice, Amazon Prime Video has released a glimpse of Turner in her iconic Lara Croft attire, aiming to showcase their vision. And boy, is it a traditional one! From the signature shorts and guns to the green tank top and even her glasses from the original games, it's a blast from the past. Amazon calls it a wardrobe test, and with AI capabilities these days, it's easy to mistake it for a digital creation. But rest assured, it's the real deal, shared directly from Prime Video's official account.
But here's where it gets controversial... The timing of this reveal is intriguing. With filming potentially starting as early as tomorrow, Amazon is getting ahead of potential set leaks by releasing an official shot. No premiere date has been set yet, but early 2027 seems likely given TV production schedules. This series marks the fruition of Phoebe Waller-Bridge's long-awaited partnership with Amazon, with Waller-Bridge serving as the creator and writer.
The cast is shaping up to be a star-studded affair, with recent additions like Sigourney Weaver, potentially playing the show's villain, and Jason Isaacs as Lara's uncle Atlas. Turner's dedication to the role is evident, and it's fascinating to compare her portrayal to the previous live-action Lara Crofts, Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander. Jolie's look from over 25 years ago is still considered the gold standard by fans, despite the films' poor reviews.
And this is the part most people miss... Turner's portrayal is the most faithful to the original games out of the three live-action adaptations. It remains to be seen how the project will be received, as we await more details. The track record of Tomb Raider adaptations hasn't been impressive, but with recent improvements in video game adaptations, there's hope for this one.
What do you think? Will Turner's Lara Croft live up to the expectations of fans? Join the discussion and share your thoughts in the comments!
