Sophie Turner Embraces Lara Croft Role Amid British Downpour
Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner has been captured for the first time on the set of the upcoming Tomb Raider series, taking on the iconic role of video game adventurer Lara Croft. The exclusive images reveal Turner parachuting onto a beach during opening scenes filmed in Surrey, UK, with production continuing despite challenging weather conditions.
Weather Challenges on Set
While cameras rolled on location in Surrey, Turner faced typical British weather rather than Hollywood sunshine. Rain poured down over the set, soaking both cast and crew as filming proceeded regardless of the conditions. Despite the wet and cold environment, Turner appeared all smiles during production, demonstrating professional commitment to the role.
Authentic Lara Croft Appearance
The actress sports the classic Lara Croft look, complete with:
- A teal top
- Gun holsters
- Black army boots
- Her hair tied into a single French braid
These action-packed scenes offer the first tantalising glimpse of Turner's interpretation of the iconic video-game heroine, with the reboot being penned by Fleabag creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge.
Star-Studded Cast and Production Details
The Tomb Raider series features an impressive ensemble cast including:
- Sigourney Weaver (Alien, Avatar)
- Jason Isaacs (Harry Potter, The White Lotus)
- Martin Bobb-Semple
- Jack Bannon
- John Heffernan
- Bill Paterson
- Paterson Joseph
- Sasha Luss
- Juliette Motamed
- Celia Imrie
- August Wittgenstein
Plot details remain under wraps for the Prime Video production, which follows the world-famous archaeologist as she encounters supernatural threats and unearths ancient treasures across the globe.
Turner's Recent Projects and Career Evolution
Turner, best known for portraying Sansa Stark in HBO's Game of Thrones, has recently completed work on another Prime Video project - the heist series Steal. The six-part contemporary drama features Turner as office worker Zara, who becomes embroiled in a harrowing situation alongside co-star Anna Maxwell Martin.
The actress acknowledged the appeal of working on modern-day projects after her fantasy roles, stating: "It is nice because it kind of takes all the distraction away of 'are we being authentic to the period?' It felt like we could really hone in our focus on the story."
Lara Croft Legacy and Release Information
Turner becomes the latest actress to portray Lara Croft in live-action, following Angelina Jolie's two films and Alicia Vikander's 2018 reboot. The character has also been voiced by Marvel and Mission: Impossible star Hayley Atwell in a recent Netflix animated series.
While a specific release date for the Prime Video Tomb Raider series has yet to be announced, filming is now officially underway with more updates expected soon. The production represents another major franchise role for Turner, who has previously portrayed Jean Grey in the X-Men franchise and starred in films including Do Revenge and Trust.
