Prime Video's 'Tomb Raider' Series Halts Filming After Sophie Turner Injury

The actress sustained a minor injury, requiring a production pause.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 4:19pm

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An extreme close-up of a shattered camera lens reflecting a faint red light, conceptually representing the disruption and fragility of a high-profile production.A production delay for the 'Tomb Raider' TV series highlights the challenges even major projects can face when a lead actor sustains an injury.Los Angeles Today

Prime Video's upcoming TV adaptation of the 'Tomb Raider' video game franchise has temporarily halted filming after lead actress Sophie Turner, who plays the iconic archaeologist Lara Croft, experienced a minor injury. The production is taking a break to allow Turner to rest and recover.

Why it matters

The 'Tomb Raider' video game series has a passionate global fanbase, and the new Prime Video adaptation is highly anticipated. Any production delays or issues with the lead actress could impact the show's release timeline and fan excitement.

The details

Details about the nature and extent of Turner's injury have not been disclosed, but the production has decided to pause filming to allow her time to recover. This is a common practice in the film and TV industry to ensure the health and safety of actors, especially for action-heavy roles like Lara Croft.

  • The 'Tomb Raider' TV series for Prime Video began filming in early 2026.

The players

Sophie Turner

A British actress best known for her role as Sansa Stark on the HBO series 'Game of Thrones'. She has been cast as the lead in Prime Video's 'Tomb Raider' series, playing the iconic character of Lara Croft.

Prime Video

The streaming service owned by Amazon, which is producing the new 'Tomb Raider' TV adaptation.

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What’s next

Once Turner has fully recovered from her injury, the 'Tomb Raider' production is expected to resume filming to stay on track for its planned release.

The takeaway

The temporary pause in filming for Prime Video's 'Tomb Raider' series highlights the challenges of producing high-profile adaptations of beloved franchises, where the health and safety of the lead actor is paramount to ensuring a successful final product.