Amazon's live-action Tomb Raider series from Phoebe Waller-Bridge adds another "major" cast member

Eurogamer
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:16:43 +0000

British actor Martin Bobb-Semple has been cast in Amazon's live-action Tomb Raider series, joining Sophie Turner as Lara Croft. Bobb-Semple's role is described as "major," with speculation he may portray Lara's tech-expert friend Zip. The series is created by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, with filming set to begin on January 19, 2024. Additionally, Amazon is collaborating with Crystal Dynamics on a new Tomb Raider game, while Netflix's animated series, The Legend of Lara Croft, will premiere its second season on December 11.

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