Netflix's 'Tomb Raider' Animated Series: What We Know So Far

Netflix is making a 'Tomb Raider' anime series with Tasha Huo on board as a head writer and executive producer. Tasha Huo is an in-demand creator. She is also currently working as a screenwriter for the long-overdue 'Red Sonja' movie directed by Joey Soloway and starring Hannah John-Kamen. 'Tomb Raider' is one of the longest-running video game series in the world. It currently has 17 video games in the franchise. The game's lead character Lara Croft is one of the most famous female protagonists in a video game series, and have had movies made on the character in the past too. 'Tomb Raider' got adapted to various forms of entertainment in the past. Now, Netflix is developing its own anime adaptation based on popular video games. Here is everything you need to know about the upcoming animated 'Tomb Raider' TV show, including the release date, plot, cast, and more. 

When Will ‘Tomb Raider' Release?

There is still no release date for the animated ‘Tomb Raider' series as of this writing. However, it is expected that it will release in 2023. The streaming giant announced the new 'Tomb Raider' series in January 2021. It is a collaboration between Netflix, Crystal Dynamics, Square Enix, and Legendary Television. Tasha has already wrapped up the writing process. In late May 2021, it was confirmed that the writer clan is done with the script, meaning that the animators and voice artists will now take over the production status. The writers frequently shared pictures of their Zoom meetings on Twitter to keep the fans updated as well. 

What Is The Plot Of ‘Tomb Raider'?

The animated series will pick up after the happenings of the 'Tomb Raider' video-game reboot trilogy, in which Lara had to turn away a global apocalypse triggered by her removing an ancient artifact from an abandoned temple.

Here's the official logline from Netflix:

"Lara Croft, one of the video game world’s most iconic adventurers, makes her anime debut in an all-new series. Picking up after the events of the highly successful Tomb Raider video-game reboot trilogy, the animated series will chart the globetrotting heroine’s latest, greatest adventure. Twenty-five years after her first game appeared, Lara continues to explore new territory."

What Is The Production Status Of ‘Tomb Raider'?

As updated above, the script and writing are done. However, the series is still in production as the voice artists and animators need to bring the script to life. Tasha Huo shared the great news along with a wacky photo of the team holding an ax. 

Who Is Cast In ‘Tomb Raider'?

Netflix confirmed that Hayley Atwell will voice Tomb Raider's lead character, Lara Croft. Hayley is known for playing Peggy Carter in 'Captain America'. Netflix shared Hayley's official casting as Lara Croft on September 13. Allen Maldonado and Earl Baylon have also joined the cast.

Netflix has also renewed the show for a second season, according to What's On Netflix and Ncuti Gatwa has joined the cast of the second season. He'll be voicing a character named Eshu.

Is There An Official Trailer For ‘Tomb Raider'?

Netflix hasn't dropped the official trailer of 'Tomb Raider' yet. It will be a while before the trailer drops, but don't worry because we will update this space once it's out.

This article was reviewed and is up to date as of August 3rd, 2023.