On June 1, 2024, Netflix released an announcement preview trailer for the highly anticipated Tomb Raider anime. The series is set to premiere exclusively on Netflix on October 10, 2024. Initially announced in January 2023, fans got their first glimpse of the anime in September 2023.
The animation will be handled by Powerhouse Animation Studios, known for their work on Castlevania and Blood of Zeus. Unlike traditional anime, this series is being produced by English animators, promising a fresh take on the beloved franchise.
The new trailer starts with a close-up of the protagonist, Lara Croft, as she embarks on a solo adventure into a mysterious location. Viewers are treated to stunning visuals, including breathtaking underwater and sky scenes.
New PV Confirms October 2024 Release Date for Netflix’s Tomb Raider Anime
The trailer also features Lara’s loyal friend and subordinate, Jonah Maiava. It concludes with the title reveal, “Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft,” followed by the Netflix logo. This series is based on the iconic action-adventure game series created by Core Design.
The journey to bring the Tomb Raider anime to life has been challenging. Initially announced in January 2021, the project faced delays due to issues in the writer’s room, a collaborative space where writers develop and refine scripts. Conflicts among the writers caused a halt in production.
However, after overcoming these hurdles, a release window was announced on September 27, 2023, with the series set to air on October 10, 2024.
The voice cast for the anime includes Hayley Atwell as Lara Croft, Earl Baylon reprising his role as Jonah Maiava from the game series, and Allen Maldonado voicing Zip, another of Lara’s subordinates.
Although an official synopsis has yet to be released, the anime will continue the story from the game series Survivor trilogy, which includes Tomb Raider, Rise of the Tomb Raider, and Shadow of the Tomb Raider. The series will follow Lara Croft and her team as they explore various parts of the world, uncovering its hidden mysteries.
With a reputable animation studio and a strong voice cast, the Tomb Raider anime is poised to entertain both longtime fans of the game series and new viewers. The unique production approach and the continuation of Lara Croft’s thrilling adventures promise an exciting addition to the Tomb Raider legacy.
