Sigourney Weaver Joins Amazon’s Tomb Raider Series With Sophie Turner

Amazon ’s highly anticipated Tomb Raider series is gathering momentum as reports surface that Sigourney Weaver is in discussions to join the cast. While details about her role remain under wraps, Weaver would appear alongside Sophie Turner, who is set to portray the iconic adventurer Lara Croft. The project is being shaped by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, who is both writing and executive producing, with Chad Hodge sharing showrunner and executive producer duties.

Hollywood Icon Steps Into a New Adventure

Weaver’s involvement brings significant star power to the production. Known for her legendary roles as Ellen Ripley in the Alien franchise and Dr. Grace Augustine in the Avatar films, she’s no stranger to genre-defining projects. She’s also set to make her mark in the Star Wars universe with The Mandalorian and Grogu next year. Fans can catch her as Kiri in Avatar: Fire and Ash, hitting theaters December 19.

Production Timeline and Franchise Ambitions

The Tomb Raider series was first announced in 2023, but rumors swirled in April 2025 that the project had been shelved. Those reports proved false when Turner’s casting was confirmed and filming was scheduled to begin in 2026. The production company, Story Kitchen, has ambitious plans for the series, aiming to “reinvent the franchise on a massive scale, interconnecting a new live-action television series and video games into a unified storytelling universe.”

What’s Next for Tomb Raider Fans?

There’s no official premiere date for the Tomb Raider series yet. In the meantime, fans can look forward to a slate of upcoming TV shows and video game adaptations set to hit screens soon. With a powerhouse cast and a creative team determined to breathe new life into the franchise, anticipation for Amazon’s take on Lara Croft continues to build.