The animated series Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft is officially coming back for a second season on Netflix! This announcement follows the show’s premiere on October 10, just two weeks ago, and fans are already buzzing with excitement.
Season 1 introduced us to a thrilling world of adventure over eight action-packed episodes, with Hayley Atwell lending her voice to the iconic Lara Croft. The series has been well-received, holding a solid 73% critical approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
What to Expect in Season 2
In Season 2, Lara Croft embarks on a captivating new adventure. According to the official logline:
“When adventurer Lara Croft (Atwell) discovers a trail of stolen African Orisha masks, she teams up with her best friend Sam (voiced by Karen Fukuhara) to recover these precious artifacts. Lara’s journey takes her around the globe, unveiling hidden secrets of Orisha history while dodging the schemes of a mysterious billionaire who covets the masks. These relics harbor dark secrets and a power that defies logic—perhaps even divine.”
The talented voice cast from Season 1 will return, including Allen Maldonado, Earl Baylon, Richard Armitage, Zoe Boyle, Roxana Ortega, and Nolan North, ensuring that fans can look forward to familiar voices as they dive into Lara’s next chapter.
Behind the Scenes
The series is crafted by writer and executive producer Tasha Huo, with a strong team of executive producers including Dmitri M. Johnson of dj2 Entertainment, Timothy I. Stevenson, Jacob Robinson from Tractor Pants, Dallas Dickinson, Noah Hughes for Crystal Dynamics, and Brad Graeber from Powerhouse Animation.
The Tomb Raider franchise has a rich history, starting with the original video game released in 1996 on the Sega Saturn. Since then, it has expanded into multiple games and films, featuring notable actresses like Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander portraying Lara Croft.
As fans gear up for Season 2, the anticipation for Lara’s next daring escapade continues to grow. Will she uncover the secrets of the Orisha masks? Stay tuned for more updates!
