Some pop culture characters never really leave the spotlight. Years may go by, but people still talk about them, argue over who should play them next, and imagine what a new version might look like. When one of those characters finally returns, it is hard not to stop and pay attention.

That is exactly what is happening now with Tomb Raider. The first-look image of Sophie Turner as Lara Croft has just dropped, and it has gotten people talking. Turner looks confident, stepping into one of the most well-known roles in gaming and movie history and hinting at a fresh take on the iconic explorer.

Sophie Turner makes a striking first impression as Lara Croft from Tomb Raider, embodying the legendary game franchise’s rugged charm in a military green tank top paired with black shorts. The look features guns strapped securely to her thighs, instantly signaling action and readiness.

Her hair is pulled back for a practical, battle-ready edge, while red sunglasses decorate her face, adding a bold pop of color. The overall styling balances functionality and attitude, honoring Croft’s fearless adventurer aesthetic while keeping modern cinematic flair intact.

Prime Video unveiled the image on January 15 to mark the start of production on the Tomb Raider series. Besides Turner, the cast includes Sigourney Weaver, Jason Isaacs, Martin Bobb-Semple, John Heffernan, and more, with Phoebe Waller-Bridge serving as creator, writer, and co-showrunner.

Directed by Jonathan Van Tulleken, the series promises globe-trotting quests, mythology, and character-driven storytelling as Lara Croft’s latest chapter takes shape for Amazon’s ambitious live-action debut. This, meanwhile, is not the only Hollywood project in the pipeline for Sophie Turner.

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The actress will soon entertain audiences in a Japanese horror remake alongside fellow Game of Thrones alum Kit Harington.

Sophie Turner and Kit Harington's first team-up since Game of Thrones is for the gothic horror film The Dreadful, which also recently revealed its first-look images. The movie is a remake of the 1964 Japanese horror classic Onibaba.

Set in 15th-century England during a time of war, the story follows a young woman living in isolation with her mother-in-law. When a man from her past returns, their quiet, grim life takes a dark and frightening turn.

With Tomb Raider moving into production and The Dreadful generating early buzz, Sophie Turner appears to be having a strong moment. She is stepping into big, well-known roles while also taking on darker, more unusual projects. Whether she is leading a global action series or diving into gothic horror with a familiar face, Turner’s upcoming work shows that she is not slowing down anytime soon, and her admirers will have plenty to look forward to next.

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