Amazon's 'Tomb Raider' Series Halts Production After Sophie Turner Injury
Production on Amazon MGM Studios' highly anticipated "Tomb Raider" television series has been temporarily paused after the show's star, Sophie Turner, sustained a minor injury on set.
The studio enacted the halt as a precautionary measure to allow Turner adequate time to recover before filming resumes. The injury occurred during production of the series, which has been one of Amazon's most eagerly awaited projects.
High-Profile Adaptation
According to Deadline, the "Tomb Raider" series represents a major investment for Amazon MGM Studios as it seeks to expand its portfolio of premium television content. Turner, best known for her role as Sansa Stark in "Game of Thrones," was cast as the iconic adventurer Lara Croft.
Production Timeline
While the studio has not provided a specific timeline for when production will resume, sources indicate that the injury is minor and the pause is expected to be brief. The series had been filming on location when the incident occurred.
What's Next
Fans of the franchise will be watching closely for updates on Turner's recovery and the resumption of production. The "Tomb Raider" series is expected to be a major release for Amazon's streaming platform, building on the success of the long-running video game franchise and previous film adaptations.
