Hayley Atwell Expresses Desire to Reprise Role as Lara Croft in Future Projects

Hayley Atwell, the actress who has brought the iconic character of Lara Croft to life in the new Netflix series *Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft*, has expressed her strong desire to continue playing the role in future projects. Despite the first season of the series having just premiered, Atwell is already looking forward to potential future endeavors with the character.

In a recent interview, Atwell emphasized her passion for the role, stating that it would be “an absolute dream” to continue being involved with Lara Croft. She highlighted the responsibility she feels towards the character, given her enduring popularity and the impact she has on fans. Atwell also shared her positive experience working on the first season, praising the director Meredith Layne and showrunner Tasha Huo for their collaboration.

The future of *The Legend of Lara Croft* remains somewhat uncertain, as Netflix has not officially announced a second season. However, it was reported that the initial pick-up included a two-season order, suggesting that another season might be on the horizon. Additionally, Atwell could potentially be considered for another Tomb Raider project, such as the TV show being developed by *Fleabag* creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge for Amazon.

Atwell’s versatility and proven ability to embody the spirit of Lara Croft, both in voice and action, make her a strong candidate for any future adaptations. Her attachment to the character is evident, and fans are eagerly awaiting any official updates on her continued involvement with the Tomb Raider franchise).