Sophie Turner Confirmed as Lara Croft in Tomb Raider Series

Hollywood is in a state of excitement as Sophie Turner, known for playing Sansa Stark in Game of Thrones, has been officially announced as Lara Croft in the forthcoming live-action Tomb Raider series. Turner’s portrayal comes as a new take on the legendary character, expected to be full of action, intelligence, and emotion. Fans are eager to see how she plans to embody the daring archaeologist, while everyone seems pleased that this series has a potential to reinvent Lara Croft for a brand new audience.

Who is Sophie Turner?

 Sophie Turner is a British actress known for her first major role as Sansa Stark on HBO's Game of Thrones, which catapulted her to stardom. Born in 1996 in Northampton, England, Sophie Turner had always had a strong desire to act and has gradually built an impressive career on television and in the film industry. 

In addition to her work on Game of Thrones, she has worked on films such as: X-Men: Dark Phoenix and Josie and has repeatedly demonstrated she is capable of all forms of acting whether it be drama, or physical action. She is a strong presence on screen and has been able to take on roles that challenge her physically, such as Lara Croft. 

Sophie Turner's casting as Lara Croft is exciting not only for her fans but Tomb Raider fans as well, because her casting is sure to provide a new and fun expression of the character.

Release Date and Streaming Services

Amazon has yet to announce an exact release date for Tomb Raider, but the series will likely hit Prime Video sometime in late 2026 or early 2027. As we noted before, Prime Video has a global presence like no other streaming platform, allowing fans around the world to follow Lara Croft on her latest adventure!

The series is set up for long-format storytelling, allowing for more depth into Lara's character, her daring missions, and her development into the fearless adventurer of the games. With Sophie Turner dropping into the cast, the series is sure to build significant anticipation and bustle online, luring in the serious Tomb Raider fan crowd plus the casual follower looking for an adventure-driven show.

Sophie Turner will officially star as Lara Croft in Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s live-action #LaraCroft series.

Filming begins in January. pic.twitter.com/WwWl11ToLn

— Screen Rant (@screenrant) September 3, 2025

Why Sophie Turner Is Perfect for Lara Croft

Sophie Turner has already demonstrated her ability to play complex characters that include both vulnerability and strength, which are two of the many qualities that go into Lara Croft as a character. Turner has the experience of working in high-octane, dramatized action roles so she can deliver the physicality of the character while still conveying the emotional side. The feedback from fans has been that it is “perfect” casting and “well deserved”, while the critics have already begun the speculation that she could rival the previous studio films and portray the definitive version of Lara Croft for the streaming age.

Fans React to the Big Announcement

Social media went wild once the casting was announced! Fans have been creating fan art, sharing edits and captions and rave reviews on Turner playing Lara Croft: 

• Sophie Turner is perfect for Lara Croft! can't wait to see her in action!
• Finally a Game of Thrones star in tomb raider. This is going to be epic!!
• She looks the exact size and height of a modern Lara Croft. 2026 can't come fast enough!

The enthusiasm on social media shows that the anticipation of the series is super high, not just from the long-term fans of the franchise, but also from the fans of Sophie Turner!

She’s going to be a perfect fit😮‍💨

— Sputnik🛰️ (@VasBroughtToX) September 3, 2025

What the New Tomb Raider Series Will Be About

The live-action series will delve into the origins of Lara Croft, showcasing her journey from eager archaeologist into a skilled adventurer on treacherous missions across the globe. Compared to past movies, the series structure allows for:

• Strong character exploration – audiences will witness the highs and lows of Lara's personal journey, growth, and motivations.
• Fun treasure hunts – fans can expect globe trotters, ancient mysteries, and lost artifacts to be uncovered.
• Action and adventure – fighting, escapes, life and death situations will be part of the story.

The series will respect the Tomb Raider video game franchise, and include original stories and modern storytelling and character arcs.