Sigourney Weaver is in talks to join Amazon’s Tomb Raider series starring Sophie Turner
With filming set for January, Amazon is building a powerhouse cast for its Lara Croft revival.
Amazon’s upcoming live-action adaptation of Tomb Raider continues to add stars to the cast. According to a recent report by Deadline, legendary actress Sigourney Weaver is currently in active negotiations to join the cast of the highly anticipated series. While nothing has been officially finalized between the actress and Amazon at the time of writing, the discussions indicate a strong interest in bringing Weaver into the fold. Known globally for her iconic role as Ellen Ripley in the Alien franchise and her recent work in the Avatar films, Weaver’s involvement would lend significant prestige to the project. Currently, the specific character she would play remains under wraps, leaving fans to speculate on whether she might take on the role of a mentor figure or perhaps an antagonist to the famous archaeologist, Lara Croft.
If negotiations prove successful, Weaver will join an already impressive roster. It was recently confirmed that Sophie Turner, best known for her role in Game of Thrones, is set to portray the titular heroine, Lara Croft. Additionally, British actor Martin Bobb-Semple has been confirmed for a “major” role. Although details are scarce, online speculation suggests Bobb-Semple could be playing Zip, Lara’s tech-savvy ally who features prominently in the Tomb Raider: Legend timeline, though this remains unconfirmed.
Production and Gaming Universe Expansion
The series is being steered by Fleabag creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge, who serves as creator, writer, executive producer, and co-showrunner. She is joined by director and executive producer Jonathan Van Tulleken and co-showrunner Chad Hodge. The team is moving quickly, with filming expected to kick off early next year on January 19.
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While the series is being pre-production, Amazon is simultaneously collaborating with Crystal Dynamics on the next entry in the Tomb Raider video game franchise. While specifics have been kept quiet, fans won’t have to wait long for news; a formal announcement regarding the new game has been confirmed for The Game Awards later this week. This dual approach signals a concerted effort to revitalize the franchise across multiple mediums, promising a unified and exciting era for Lara Croft fans.
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