Excitement is building as more details emerge about the upcoming Tomb Raider TV series on Amazon Prime Video. With Sophie Turner taking on the iconic role of Lara Croft, fans are now buzzing about the addition of Hollywood heavyweights Sigourney Weaver and Jason Isaacs to the cast. This new adaptation promises a blend of classic characters from the gaming universe and fresh faces created specifically for the show.
Meet the Cast: Familiar Faces and New Characters
In an exclusive reveal, sources have outlined both returning figures from the beloved gaming series and brand-new characters. Among the familiar faces, Martin Bobb-Semple will play Zip, Lara’s tech-savvy ally, while Jason Isaacs steps in as her uncle, Atlas DeMornay. Bill Paterson joins the lineup as Winston, the ever-loyal Croft family butler.
The series also introduces new characters, such as Jack Bannon’s Gerry, Lara’s pilot and snack enthusiast, and John Heffernan’s David, a weary government official drawn into Lara’s adventures. Celia Imrie portrays Francine, a champagne-loving fundraiser at the British Museum, while Paterson Joseph takes on the role of Thomas Warner, a senior government official with a cleanup mission. Sasha Luss, Juliette Motamed, and August Wittgenstein add depth to the cast with their intriguing new roles, alongside Sigourney Weaver as the enigmatic Evelyn Wallis.
Star Power and Production Updates
Sigourney Weaver and Jason Isaacs are among the most recognizable names in the cast. Weaver, famed for her role as Ellen Ripley in Alien, has also shone in Ghostbusters and Avatar. Isaacs, known for his portrayal of Lucius Malfoy in Harry Potter, has garnered praise for roles in Star Trek: Discovery and The White Lotus. He has also lent his voice to Baldur’s Gate 3 as the antagonist Lord Enver Gortash.
Amazon’s announcement featured enthusiastic messages from Sophie Turner, expressing her admiration for Lara Croft, and Phoebe Waller-Bridge, co-showrunner, excitedly speaking about bringing beloved and new characters to life.
The production of the show’s first season kicks off on January 19, 2026, aiming for a 2027 release on Amazon’s streaming platform. Meanwhile, Tomb Raider enthusiasts can enjoy the Legacy of Atlantis remake and anticipate the release of a new game, Catalyst, in 2027.