Amazon Adds Sigourney Weaver to Tomb Raider

Amazon MGM Studios announces Sigourney Weaver, Jason Isaacs and more cast for Prime Video’s Tomb Raider series starring Sophie Turner as Lara Croft.

Stellar Cast Blends Classics and New Faces

The Tomb Raider series boasts major additions. This Prime Video production draws from the iconic video game universe, tracking archaeologist Lara Croft’s adventures.

Sophie Turner stars as Croft. Phoebe Waller-Bridge creates, writes, and produces, paired with Chad Hodge as co-showrunner.

I’ve been a Tomb Raider fan for a long time, and of Lara. I’ve always felt her so affirmative in a male-dominated world. She’s a strong, fearless female role model! Sophie Turner

Tomb Raider has a vast gallery of iconic characters. I’m thrilled to bring some personal and fan favorites to the screen while introducing new villains. This cast exceeds all my dreams! Phoebe Waller-Bridge

Peter Friedlander, Head of Amazon MGM Studios, notes: “Tomb Raider has always been defined by bold storytelling and unforgettable characters, and these new cast members bring extraordinary depth and gravity to the series.”

Canonical Characters Come Alive

Martin Bobb-Semple plays Zip, Lara’s longtime tech support and friend. Jason Isaacs is Atlas DeMornay, her uncle. Bill Paterson portrays Winston, the historic Croft family butler.

Fresh Faces in the Tomb Raider Universe

Jack Bannon is Gerry, Lara’s snack-collecting personal pilot. John Heffernan plays David, a weary government employee pulled into Lara’s unconventional world.

Celia Imrie embodies Francine, British Museum fundraising director obsessed with champagne toasts. Paterson Joseph is Thomas Warner, a top official tackling a major crisis.

Sasha Luss stars as Sasha, Lara’s fierce new rival. Juliette Motamed is Georgia, the museum’s dedicated curator focused on proper history preservation.

Sigourney Weaver takes on Evelyn Wallis, a mysterious and powerful woman eyeing Lara’s talents. August Wittgenstein plays Lukas, an illegal looter sharing a deep past with Lara.

Jonathan Van Tulleken directs. Executives include Amazon MGM Studios, Crystal Dynamics, and Legendary Television.