Crystal Dynamics Partners with MGM Studios to Develop Tomb Raider Stories in Streaming and Film
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In addition to the new Tomb Raider game, Crystal Dynamics is partnering with Amazon MGM Studios to develop Tomb Raider stories for streaming and film. Phoebe Waller-Bridge will write the script.
The Embracer Group, through its wholly owned subsidiary Crystal Dynamics, has entered into a partnership with Amazon MGM Studios to develop additional stories for the Tomb Raider franchise in both streaming and film. Crystal Dynamics and Amazon Games previously announced a collaboration to develop and publish a new multiplatform Tomb Raider single-player game.
As an extension of this partnership, Prime Video has ordered a Tomb Raider series with Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Fleabag) set to write and executive produce. The series will be produced by Crystal Dynamics and Amazon MGM Studios and will premiere on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. "The series is executive produced by Crystal Dynamics, Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Jenny Robbins through Wells Street Productions, Dmitri M. Johnson through dj2 Entertainment, Michael Scheel, and Legendary Television. Amanda Greenblatt and Ryan Andolina are consulting producers under their Star Party banner," the announcement said.
"Amazon MGM Studios and Amazon Games are incredible collaborators with a massive reach across the globe, enabling us to expand our Tomb Raider franchise with multiple new adventures and a shared passion for creating impactful, entertaining, emotional experiences for players and viewers throughout every facet of this universe," says Scot Amos, Head of Studio at Crystal Dynamics. "These timeless stories span all media platforms to meet audiences where they want to engage with Tomb Raider; it's a critical step towards our future with fans everywhere."
"If I could tell my teenage self that this was happening, I think she'd explode. Tomb Raider has been a huge part of my life and I feel incredibly privileged to be bringing it to television with such passionate collaborators. Lara means a lot to me, as she does to many, and I can’t wait to go on this adventure. Bats 'n all," said Phoebe Waller-Bridge.
"I'm so happy to announce that we have ordered the epic, globetrotting series Tomb Raider from the incredibly gifted Emmy-award winner Phoebe Waller-Bridge and the team at Crystal Dynamics," said Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon MGM Studios. "Fans and newcomers can look forward to exhilarating adventures that honor the legacy of this iconic character."
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