At a Glance
- Prime Video released the first photo of Sophie Turner as Lara Croft
- Turner wears the classic red sunglasses, blue tactical top shorts, and dual revolvers
- The show is officially in production
- Why it matters: The image silences doubts about Turner’s casting and signals the streamer’s intent to stay faithful to the game’s iconic look
Prime Video has dropped the first official look at Sophie Turner in full Lara Croft gear, posting the image on its X/Twitter account Thursday morning. The photo shows Turner sporting the archaeologist’s signature red sunglasses, blue tactical top shorts, and twin revolvers, a costume lifted straight from the early Tomb Raider titles.
A Game-Accurate Reveal
The timing appears deliberate: the studio chose an otherwise quiet Thursday to “break the internet for gamers,” as the caption put it. The post carried two messages: the series is now filming, and Turner embodies the part. Reaction across social feeds was swift, with many fans noting how closely the outfit mirrors the source material.
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Sunglasses | Classic red frames |
| Top | Blue tactical tank |
| Bottoms | Matching shorts |
| Weapons | Dual revolvers |
Casting Doubts Put to Rest
When Turner’s casting was first revealed, some fans questioned whether the Game of Thrones star could channel the adventurer. The new still aims to end that debate. Comment threads lit up with side-by-side comparisons to prior big-screen Laras, Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander, with many users calling Turner’s take “uncanny.”
Derrick M. Collins reported that the resemblance feels plucked from the upcoming remake, reinforcing Prime Video’s push for authenticity.
What We Still Don’t Know
Beyond the wardrobe test and confirmation that production is underway, plot details remain locked away. No villain, story line, or release window has been shared. Yet Tomb Raider lore offers clues:
- Armed militia
- Supernatural threats
- Environmental puzzles
- Acrobatic combat
Fans can expect Turner’s Croft to face similar dangers when a full trailer eventually arrives.
Social Push
The studio accompanied the photo with the hashtag #WardrobeTest and the tease “Get your artifacts out. Lara’s on her way…” The post racked up thousands of likes within the first hour, trending on gaming-centric hashtags throughout the day.
Key Takeaways
- Prime Video’s first-look photo reveals Sophie Turner fully suited as Lara Croft.
- The outfit replicates the classic game design down to the red sunglasses and dual pistols.
- The streamer used the reveal to confirm the show is in production.
- Early fan reaction has shifted from skepticism to excitement over Turner’s game-accurate appearance.
