It seems for the first time in 6 years that the Lara Croft Tomb Raider movie reboot is finally happening. Warner Bros. has come aboard to distribute the film and the writer, Evan Daughtery, has been announced. Of course there is still a lot of room for error and we could end up never getting to see Lara Croft on the screen again, but if this works out, then here are 12 potential actresses who would make for an amazing Lara Croft!
12. Mila Kunis
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She's probably wearing something...
Notable Work: Black Swan, Jupiter Ascending, Friends with Benefits, That 70’s Show
Mila Kunis has had a long career that started with her famous role as Jackie in “That 70’s Show.” Lara Croft certainly has some humor in her, but not to the ditsy slapstick extreme that Jackie portrayed. However, Mila Kunis has had many other roles since her time in the comedic sitcom and has demonstrated a strong ability to act well in both serious and action movies. Her latest role in Jupiter Ascending should leave little doubt over her qualifications.
11. Anna Kendrick
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Tomb Raider The Musical maybe?
Notable Work: Into the Woods, Pitch Perfect, Up in the Air
Anna Kendrick is a wild card when considering Lara Croft actresses. Most of her previous work has been either comedic or musical… and well Lara Croft is neither of those things. That does not mean that this actress that starred on Broadway wouldn’t be able to do her justice though.
10. Kate Beckinsale
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Change the hair color and you've got her!
Notable Work: Underworld, Pearl Harbor, The Aviator
Kate Beckinsale is no stranger to action. She knows how to act when there are supposed to be explosions on the screen and she does it well. While Underworld might be considered as one of the worse movies in the genre, she played her role flawlessly. Kate Beckinsale is definitely a strong contender.
9. Lynn Collins
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This is what Lara Croft would look like if her story was fused with Conan the Barbarian
Notable Work: John Carter, X-Men Origins, The Number 23, The Lake House
Lynn Collins has acted in several action packed fiction movies that required lots of special effects. If a Tomb Raider reboot came into fruition, then you can bet that it would be packed with action, mystery, and even a little bit of magic. Lynn Collins not only looks the part, but she can play a strong female lead in these types of movies.
8. Jessica Biel
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There would certainly not be a total recall on this Tomb Raider movie... get it?
Notable Work: The Illusionist, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Total Recall
Action and horror are just some of the many genres that Jessica Biel has acted in. When considering Lara Croft actresses, experience in these types of movies would be very good to have. Jessica Biel has played the strong female lead and fired plenty of weapons in the movies she has acted in. However, one can wonder if the Erin in Chainsaw Massacre wouldn’t come through a little too strong and make the Lara Croft too wimpy.
7. Scarlet Johansson
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And the men would line up like sheep to see this movie
Notable Work: Avengers, Captain America, Lucy
Scarlet Johansson has become incredibly famous in the last few years and is loved by many men across the world. She has managed to become both an icon for female independence and strength while still being regarded as the dream girl for most men. Her action packed roles across her many movies have certainly prepared her to act as Lara Croft.
6. Emilia Clarke
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Emilia Clarke has been the subject of many male fantasies since she first appeared in Game of Thrones
Notable Work: Game of Thrones
Emilia Clarke received her big break in the Game of Thrones series. Most of us know her as the strong willed Targaryen girl who owns the loyalty of all her subjects. She is one of the few genuinely likeable and good characters in the show. Many fans would love to see her branch out, and being the Lara Croft actress would certainly be a good opportunity for her.
5. Emily Blunt
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Strong, gritty, independent, yup she's got it all
Notable Work: Edge of Tomorrow, Looper, Devil Wears Prada
If playing Rita in The Edge of Tomorrow wasn’t enough to convince everyone that Emily Blunt is a good fit for Lara Croft, then I don’t know what will. She was strong, she was a fighter, and she was willing to go any length to get the job done. She was a survivor and that is exactly what Lara Croft is.
4. Gemma Arterton
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The perfect image of what Lara Croft should look like
Notable Work: Prince of Persia, Hansel and Gretel, Clash of the Titans, Quantum of Solace
Gemma Arterton is no stranger to action movies. She has already played the strong and gritty female lead role several times, but she has also acted as the helpless princess and mysterious bond chick. Gemma is an astounding actress with lots of talent! Another plus is that she already looks like a Lara Croft.
3. Emma Watson
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Lara Croft is just as smart as Hermione Granger was
Notable Work: Harry Potter, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, Noah
While Emma Watson’s filmography doesn’t extend much past Harry Potter, it doesn’t really need to. Anyone good enough to act as Hermione Granger across 8 movies that received such worldwide fame should not need to prove themselves in any other way. Emma Watson is a fantastic actress and yet another solid candidate to play Lara Croft.
2. Keira Knightley
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Lets be honest, Keira Knightley could play any role
Notable Work: The Imitation Game, Pirates of the Caribbean, Pride and Prejudice
Keira Knightley has one of the most impressive filmography histories on this list. She has acted in several different kinds of roles across many different movies. She is a versatile actress and can play both the damsel in distress as well as the knight in shining armor.
1. Jennifer Lawrence
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Katniss Everdeen would be back in Tomb Raider
Notable Work: Hunger Games, Silve Linings, X-Men: Days of Future past
Is there any doubt in anyone’s mind that this is the most perfect fit among potential Lara Croft Actresses? Lara Croft is almost identical to Katniss Everdeen if they were to take place in the same world. They are both survivors. They are both willing to do anything to protect who and what they care about. Sure, Lara Croft might not be as big of an emotional wreck as Katniss, but they are still essentially the same.
Jennifer Lawrence is definitely our number one pick to play Lara Croft for the upcoming reboot of the franchise.
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