Netflix has officially renewed the animated series “Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft” for a second season, just weeks after the first season’s debut on October 10, 2024. The announcement comes as welcome news for fans of the iconic adventurer Lara Croft.
Season 2 Plot Details
More tombs. More raiding. More Lara. TOMB RAIDER: THE LEGEND OF LARA CROFT continues with Season 2, only on Netflix. pic.twitter.com/RP4FEY4QyP
— Netflix Anime (@NetflixAnime) October 25, 2024
The upcoming season promises to advance Lara’s character from a rookie to the legendary icon we know today. According to the official logline:
“When adventurer Lara Croft discovers a trail of stolen African Orisha masks, she joins forces with her best friend Sam to retrieve the precious artifacts. Lara’s thrilling new adventure takes her around the globe as she delves deeper into the hidden secrets of Orisha history, dodges the machinations of a dangerous and enigmatic billionaire who wants the masks for herself, while discovering these relics contain dark secrets and a power that defies logic. Power that may, in fact, be divine.”
Character Development
Showrunner Tasha Huo has hinted at significant character growth for Lara in the second season. Viewers can expect to see her transition from being a lone wolf to slowly building a team. This evolution aligns with the series’ goal of bridging the gap between the Survivor Trilogy games and the original Tomb Raider titles.
Returning Cast
Hayley Atwell, known for her role as Peggy Carter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, will reprise her role as the voice of Lara Croft. Atwell’s performance in the first season was praised as one of the strongest elements of the show.
Production Details
The series is produced by Legendary Television and DJ2 Entertainment, with animation by Powerhouse Animation Studios. While no release date has been announced for Season 2, fans can expect more globetrotting adventures, ancient mysteries, and character development for Lara Croft.
Reception of Season 1
The first season of “Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft” received mixed reviews. While some praised its entertainment value and character development, others found issues with the plot and animation quality. Despite these criticisms, the show’s quick renewal suggests it found a substantial audience on Netflix.As we await more details on Season 2, fans can look forward to seeing Lara Croft’s continued evolution into the iconic adventurer we know and love. With promises of more tombs to raid, ancient relics to discover, and even the possibility of Lara punching a shark, the next season of “Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft” is shaping up to be an exciting continuation of Lara’s animated adventures.
