Sophie Turner's Ripped Lara Croft Transformation Stuns Fans

Sophie Turner's Dramatic Physical Transformation for Tomb Raider Role

Sophie Turner has revealed her impressive physical transformation for the upcoming Prime Video 'Tomb Raider' series, where she plays the iconic adventurer Lara Croft. The first look photo shows the former 'Game of Thrones' star with a ripped physique that has stunned fans, with many commenting she looks like she stepped right out of the video games.

Intense Training Regimen

During an interview on SiriusXM's 'The Julia Cunningham Show,' Turner disclosed she has been training intensely for the role - eight hours a day, five days a week since February 2024. 'This was my first serious workout regimen,' Turner admitted, saying it took 'months and months' to get into shape. She also noted that unlike her 'Game of Thrones' character Sansa Stark who 'got beat up,' she's now learning 'how to throw a punch and not just take it.'

Star-Studded Production Team

The live-action series is currently in production with a formidable creative team. Emmy-winning writer Phoebe Waller-Bridge ('Fleabag') serves as creator, writer, executive producer, and co-showrunner alongside Chad Hodge. The project is a collaboration between Amazon MGM Studios, Story Kitchen, and Crystal Dynamics, with Jonathan Van Tulleken directing and executive producing.

The series features a star-studded cast including Sigourney Weaver as mysterious businesswoman Evelyn Wallis, Jason Isaacs as Lara's uncle Atlas DeMornay, and Martin Bobb-Semple as tech expert Zip. According to Deadline, Turner secured the role after a competitive casting search.

Following in Iconic Footsteps

Turner takes over the iconic role previously played by Angelina Jolie in the 2001 and 2003 film adaptations and more recently by Alicia Vikander in the 2018 reboot. This casting marks a significant career move for Turner as she transitions from her Emmy-nominated role as Sansa Stark to one of pop culture's most recognizable action heroines.

The New York Post reports that fans have been overwhelmingly positive about the transformation, with many praising Turner's dedication to the physically demanding role. The series is based on the popular video game franchise that has sold over 95 million copies worldwide.

Production Timeline and Expectations

While no official premiere date has been announced, industry sources suggest the series likely won't debut until 2027 at the earliest, given that production is just beginning. The project was first announced in January 2023 and greenlit in 2024 as part of Waller-Bridge's multi-million dollar partnership with Amazon.

This marks the latest live-action adaptation of the beloved franchise, following previous successful adaptations. With Waller-Bridge's award-winning writing talent and Turner's proven acting abilities, the series has strong awards potential and is highly anticipated by both gaming and television audiences.