Tomb Raider series: Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner in talks to star as Lara Croft

Sophie Turner in a scene from ‘Dark Phoenix’ | Photo credit: Doane Gregory

Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner is reportedly in final discussions to take on the iconic role of Lara Croft in Amazon MGM Studios and Crystal Dynamics’ new Tomb Raider series that premieres on Prime Video. The series, based on the legendary adventure video game, will see Turner step into a role previously portrayed on the big screen by Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander.

Phoebe Waller-Bridge, known for Flea bag and her work Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destinyis the writer and executive producer of the long-awaited adaptation, which received a series order earlier this year. Waller-Bridge, a keen Tomb Raider fan, expressed her excitement for the project, describing Lara Croft as a character that has been deeply influential in her own life.

Casting for the role has been competitive with British actresses such as Emma Mackey (Sex education) and Lucy Boynton (Bohemian Rhapsody) among those who tested. Mackenzie Davis (Station eleven) was also considered, making her the only American actress on the shortlist.

If Turner secures the role, it will be her latest high-profile TV project following her breakout role as Sansa Stark and her recent roles in The stairs and Make revenge. Amazon is making a big investment in Tomb Raider franchise, is planning a multi-platform expansion that includes a movie and a new video game, all connected via a shared story.