New Lara Croft Actress Alix Wilton Regan Talks About Taking on the Role for Tomb Raider's 30th Anniversary

Alix Wilton Regan cast as Lara Croft

Alix Wilton Regan has been cast as the new actress to portray Lara Croft in Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and Catalyst, two upcoming games in the Tomb Raider franchise. Wilton Regan, known for roles in Divinity: Original Sin 2, Assassin's Creed Origins, and Cyberpunk 2077, was first approached by her agent in August 2022 while she was on vacation in Italy.

Audition process and secrecy

Wilton Regan was told about an audition for a role with a first name different from Lara, such as Zara or Tara, though she and her agent suspected it might be Lara Croft. She filmed scenes from her vacation location and submitted them via a bar's Wi-Fi before a long silence. Further auditions were requested in November 2022, January 2023, and February 2023, leading to her being chosen by Crystal Dynamics and Flying Wild Hog.

Secrecy and preparation

Wilton Regan revealed that she learned the identity of the role after the first or second audition and understood the need for secrecy due to the significance of the role. The role was kept secret for two and a half years until the game's announcement at the Game Awards 2025. She mentioned that she did not undergo intensive training for the role but took her own fitness seriously, doing push-ups and maintaining a strict regimen during filming periods.

Filming schedule and research

Filming for Legacy of Atlantis and Catalyst took place in Montreal and Los Angeles, with days starting around 8 am and ending at 5 pm. Wilton Regan also participated in voice dubbing for in-game lines. She noted that she did her homework by revisiting the franchise's history, including Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, and created a memo to understand Lara's personality and key moments.

Influence on Lara's portrayal

Wilton Regan emphasized the importance of embodying Lara Croft, making suggestions to the writers, such as incorporating multilingual aspects and British slang into Lara's dialogue. She noted that the creators were receptive to her ideas, which she found rare in game or movie productions. She also aimed to differentiate the portrayal of Lara in Legacy of Atlantis and Catalyst, making her more grounded and confident in the latter.

Anniversary and future projects

Wilton Regan expressed excitement and honor at being the new Lara Croft for the 30th anniversary of Tomb Raider, acknowledging the responsibility and the significance of the role. She is set to appear in Legacy of Atlantis, scheduled for February 12, 2027, and Catalyst, expected in 2028.