Sophie Turner, starring as Lara Croft in Amazon Prime's upcoming 'Tomb Raider' series, suffered a back injury on set, prompting production to pause. A representative for Amazon MGM Studios confirmed the injury was minor but required a brief halt to filming. Reports suggest the delay could last anywhere from two weeks to six months, though Amazon has not specified a timeline.
Turner has been training rigorously for the role since February 2023, logging eight-hour daily sessions, five days a week. She previously revealed she has a recurring back issue, which she discovered during her intense preparation. Despite the setback, Amazon has not indicated plans to replace Turner, as significant portions of the series have already been filmed.
The £100 million production, which follows in the footsteps of Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander's portrayals of Lara Croft, has faced logistical challenges due to the injury. A source close to the production told The Sun that the situation has caused 'chaos' and raised concerns about Turner's ability to recover in time. However, Amazon has not publicly commented on the severity of the injury or potential replacements.
Turner's transformation into Lara Croft has been widely praised by fans, with a first-look photo released earlier this year sparking excitement. The series is expected to be a major addition to Amazon Prime's lineup, but the injury has cast uncertainty over its release schedule.