Sophie Turner: New Face of Lara Croft in Upcoming Series

The star of Game of Thrones, Sophie Turner, is in talks to star as Lara Croft in Amazon's new series based on the popular video game franchise Tomb Raider. The show is being helmed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, who is known for her work on Fleabag. Turner, who played Sansa Stark in Game of Thrones, is no stranger to high-profile roles. She is already set to star in two other series on Prime Video. The new Tomb Raider series is a passion project for Waller-Bridge, who has expressed her excitement about the character and the adventure ahead.

The series is being produced by a team that includes Waller-Bridge, Jenny Robins, Dmitri M. Johnson, and rights holders Legendary Television and Crystal Dynamics. Turner is represented by CAA, Independent Talent, and Hansen Jacobson Teller. The show promises to be an epic, globe-trotting adventure, as described by Jennifer Salke, the head of Amazon MGM Studios. Turner's career has been on a steady rise since her breakout role in Game of Thrones. She has shown her versatility by taking on diverse roles in different genres. The new series, Tomb Raider, offers her another opportunity to shine in a highly anticipated production. The series is designed to capture the essence of the video game, featuring the iconic Lara Croft character.

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