Sophie Turner (‘Game of Thrones’) surprises fans with impressive transformation to become Lara Croft
Rumors swirl about the cancellation of the ‘Tomb Raider’ series, but Turner’s intense preparation proves she’s more than ready for the role.
Recent reports suggest that Amazon Prime Video’s ‘Tomb Raider’ series is on shaky ground, possibly close to cancellation. However, seeing Sophie Turner’s intense physical transformation, it’s hard to believe the project won’t move forward.
The ‘Game of Thrones’ star, best known for playing Sansa Stark, has revealed a stunning new look, showcasing the strength and agility required for Lara Croft.
Turner steps into Lara Croft after Alicia Vikander’s struggles
Following the box-office and critical disappointment of Alicia Vikander’s 2018 ‘Tomb Raider’ film, Amazon aimed to reboot the franchise with a high-profile streaming series.
Turner’s casting would mark a fresh direction for Lara Croft, following in the footsteps of Angelina Jolie and Vikander—but with the fate of the show uncertain, fans are left wondering if they’ll ever see Turner take up the iconic role.
Is the ‘Tomb Raider’ series canceled?
There has been no official confirmation from Amazon, but the Daily Mail reported that the series has been internally shelved.
Some key concerns fueling cancellation rumors include:
- The series has been in development limbo for six years.
- Jennifer Salke, who oversaw Amazon’s costly flop ‘Citadel,’ is leading the project.
- Amazon Prime Video is reassessing high-budget productions, possibly cutting riskier projects.
Despite uncertainty, Turner’s commitment to preparing for the role suggests she was ready to take on Lara Croft, making cancellation seem premature.
Sophie Turner’s career: from Westeros to Croft Manor
Turner gained worldwide fame with ‘Game of Thrones,’ appearing in all eight seasons (2011–2019). She later stepped into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, portraying Jean Grey/Phoenix in ‘Dark Phoenix.’
Now, if the ‘Tomb Raider’ series moves forward, Turner could be the next Lara Croft, bringing her action-hero experience to one of gaming’s most legendary franchises.
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