Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the creative force behind Fleabag, is set to write and executive produce a new series based on the iconic Tomb Raider video game franchise. The series, ordered by Prime Video, will see Waller-Bridge take on the world of Lara Croft, the fearless archaeologist and adventurer.
In a collaboration between Crystal Dynamics and Amazon MGM Studios, the series is part of a broader deal to develop new stories within the Tomb Raider universe for both television and film.
“Tomb Raider has been a huge part of my life and I feel incredibly privileged to be bringing it to television with such passionate collaborators.” said Waller-Bridge. “Lara Croft means a lot to me, as she does to many, and I can’t wait to go on this adventure.Bats ‘n all,”
The series will premiere exclusively on Prime Video across more than 240 countries and territories, bringing a fresh chapter to the iconic Tomb Raider franchise.
In addition to the series, Crystal Dynamics and Amazon Games are also developing a new multiplatform Tomb Raider game. This untitled game promises a narrative-driven, single-player experience, continuing the legendary explorations of Lara Croft.
The series is executive produced by Crystal Dynamics, Waller-Bridge, Jenny Robbins (Wells Street Productions), Dmitri M. Johnson (dj2 Entertainment), Michael Scheel, and Legendary Television. Consulting producers include Amanda Greenblatt and Ryan Andolina of Star Party.
