Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft, the highly anticipated Netflix series based on the beloved video game franchise, is coming to Netflix on October 10.
Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft | Date Announcement | Netflix
In addition to setting a June 3 release date, Netflix released a flashy teaser trailer, giving eager fans a glimpse at the upcoming action-packed animated series. In the trailer, Lara navigates a variety of landscapes, from lush jungles to arid deserts, while wielding her signature bow. There are also glimpses of her wielding a unique sword-whip hybrid and riding a vintage Harley-Davidson.
The animated series picks up quickly after the events of the critically acclaimed Tomb Raider Survivor trilogy, following Lara Croft as she embarks on new adventures, explores ancient mysteries, and uncovers hidden truths across a variety of dangerous and visually stunning locations. The series stars Hayley Atwell, known for her role in Captain America: The First Avenger, as the voice of iconic adventurer Lara Croft.
This Netflix series is one of several Tomb Raider adaptations currently in development. Amazon recently announced a live-action Tomb Raider series, written by Fleabag creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge. While the Amazon series has yet to confirm release dates, anticipation is already high as it promises to be a fresh take on the storied franchise.