Break on the set of Lara Croft: Sophie Turner suffered a minor injury, filming was stopped

Although the details of the injury itself have not been made public, this news comes as a surprise for the project, which began filming in mid-January of this year.

A turning point for an ambitious project

According to a statement issued by Amazon MGM Studios, the break in filming is a “precautionary measure” to allow the actress enough time to recover. The production team described the injury as “minor”, and official expectations are that the break will last about two weeks. However, some industry sources speculate that the delay could be even longer, given that Turner is known for doing much of her stunt work herself. Her commitment to the role included demanding sequences, such as the parachute scenes that required her to work on scaffolding, which further underscores the physical challenges she faces.

The news caused numerous reactions from fans on social networks. Messages of support and wishes for a speedy recovery were mixed with witty references to her previous role in “Game of Thrones”, such as comments that as a true “Stark” she would surely be back on her feet quickly.

Lara Croft universe in expansion

The production halt is especially significant because the series is a key part of the broader “Tomb Raider” universe that Amazon is building. The project is being creatively led by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, acclaimed author and star of the Fleabag series, who described the series as a dream come true and a fresh take on the iconic character. Her name guarantees the high expectations of the audience and critics.

Along with Sophie Turner, the cast also includes Hollywood legends like Sigourney Weaver and Jason Isaacs, which further confirms the high ambitions of the studio. The series, which is expected to premiere in 2027 on the Amazon Prime Video platform, is planned to be connected to a new video game developed by Crystal Dynamics, as well as a recently released animated series.

While fans around the world eagerly await new information, the most important thing right now is Sophie Turner’s recovery. This unexpected break serves as a reminder of the risks and physical efforts behind the creation of great action spectacles, and the fate of one of the most anticipated series of the coming years now depends on its return to the set.

*with the use of AI