As a longtime fan of the Tomb Raider series, I can’t help but feel a mix of anticipation and patience as I follow the progress of Phoebe Waller-Bridge‘s reboot. Having grown up with Lara Croft and her adventures, I remember the thrill of those early games and the excitement that came with each new installment. The idea of seeing this iconic character brought to life once again, this time by a creative force as dynamic as Waller-Bridge, is nothing short of exhilarating.
Contrary to rumors among fans, it appears that Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s Tomb Raider reboot is progressing at Amazon MGM Studios as planned. Announced in early 2023, the new live-action series has Waller-Bridge, creator and star of Fleabag, on board to write and produce the show. Additionally, it was disclosed that this series will be linked to an upcoming film, which will involve recasting the iconic character once more following the 2018 reboot with Alicia Vikander in the lead role.
Jennifer Salke, head of Amazong MGM Studios, finally provided an update about the show to Variety. She mentioned that Phoebe is deeply engaged in the project and collaborating closely with Dallas Dickinson, the Tomb Raider general manager, as well as the game producers. This revelation comes after a period of silence regarding the series since its initial announcement, leading fans to wonder if the show or new movie had been scrapped, especially given the recent debut of the animated Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft series on Netflix.
During the conversation, Jennifer Salke clarified why the development of the project has been progressing at a leisurely pace. It seems that Amazon MGM Studios are unwaveringly confident in Phoebe Waller-Bridge, expressing their admiration for her affection towards the franchise. Essentially, the studio is prepared to hold off on the project while Waller-Bridge works on other acting, writing, and directing assignments, such as the 2023 film “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.” Salke stated this point explicitly.
We’re thrilled about our long-term partnership with Phoebe, who shares an intense passion for Lara Croft/Tomb Raider, having grown up playing the game. Given that she is the creator and will be shaping this character, we anticipate it could lead to a significant franchise for us.
When Will Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s Tomb Raider Begin Production?
Enthusiasm among fans is high following news that the creator of Fleabag is still developing her revamped Tomb Raider series, but Jennifer Salke’s remarks didn’t offer a specific timeline for when we might see it. The most recent significant update on the project came in July of this year. However, Vernon Sanders, head of Amazon MGM Studios television, hinted that production on the show could potentially start as early as 2025, providing Phoebe Waller-Bridge with more time to focus on Tomb Raider once she completes her work on The Dial of Destiny.
It’s yet unclear if Vernon Sanders’ proposal will materialize for Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s Tomb Raider project. As of now, we don’t know how advanced her writing is on this endeavor. Regardless, the fan base is optimistic that this new venture will surpass past interpretations of the cherished video game series. Although the Angelina Jolie movies and Alicia Vikander’s reboot were moderately successful among some viewers, they weren’t universally acclaimed. The animated series seems to have performed slightly better, receiving a 62% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Nevertheless, it hasn’t reached the blockbuster status that such an outstanding gaming franchise deserves. Fingers crossed for a more successful outcome this time around.
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2024-10-11 16:31