Amazon Unleashes Tomb Raider TV Series with Phoebe Waller-Bridge at the Helm

Lara Croft is back, and this time on the small screen

In a move that’s set to thrill gamers and TV enthusiasts alike, Amazon’s Prime Video has greenlit a Tomb Raider series, with the incredibly talented Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Fleabag) on board as writer and executive producer. The show is based on the iconic video game franchise, which follows the adventures of world-famous archaeologist and adventurer Lara Croft.

A New Chapter in the Tomb Raider Saga

The project is part of a deal between Crystal Dynamics and Amazon MGM Studios, originating from dj2’s first-look deal with the studio, to develop additional Tomb Raider stories into series and films. This collaboration is a significant milestone in the franchise’s history, marking a new chapter in the legendary explorations of Lara Croft.

The iconic adventurer is getting a new lease on life

Crystal Dynamics and Amazon Games have previously announced a collaboration to develop and publish a new multiplatform Tomb Raider game. The as-yet untitled game is a single-player, narrative-driven action-adventure that promises to be an all-new, next chapter in the Tomb Raider franchise.

Phoebe Waller-Bridge: A Lifelong Fan Takes the Reins

Phoebe Waller-Bridge, known for her work on Fleabag, is a self-proclaimed lifelong fan of the Tomb Raider franchise. She expressed her excitement about bringing Lara Croft to television, saying, “If I could tell my teenage self this was happening, I think she’d explode. Tomb Raider has been a huge part of my life, and I feel incredibly privileged to be bringing it to television with such passionate collaborators. Lara Croft means a lot to me, as she does to many, and I can’t wait to go on this adventure.”

The talented writer and executive producer is a lifelong Tomb Raider fan

Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon MGM Studios, echoed Waller-Bridge’s enthusiasm, saying, “I’m so happy to announce that we have ordered the epic, globetrotting series Tomb Raider from the incredibly gifted Emmy-award winner Phoebe Waller-Bridge and the team at Crystal Dynamics. Fans and newcomers can look forward to exhilarating adventures that honor the legacy of this iconic character.”

The Future of Tomb Raider

With Phoebe Waller-Bridge at the helm, the Tomb Raider TV series promises to be an unforgettable ride. As we await more news about the show’s development, one thing is certain – Lara Croft is back, and she’s ready to take the world by storm.

The iconic logo gets a new lease on life