Tomb Raider 2 is officially a go. MGM has set a release date for the sequel and has firmed up the creative team that will bring the iconic video game character back to the big screen. Alicia Vikander, who portrayed Lara Croft in the 2018 movie, is returning to reprise her role. Plot details are currently being kept under wraps, but the indication is that the studio may be heading in a different direction with this one, given who they've brought in behind the camera.

According to a new report, director Ben Wheatley has signed on to helm Tomb Raider 2. Wheatley is known for his indie efforts such as Kill List, High-Rise and Free Fire. Wheatley has also helmed episodes of TV shows such as Doctor Who and The Wrong Door. Amy Jump, who has worked with Wheatley several times in the past, is set to pen the screenplay. Back in April,...