

The sequel has not yet started filming or set a firm production start date. No new release date was given to Tomb Raider 2 at this time, which results in an indefinite delay. The sequel was previously scheduled to be released in theaters on March 19, 2021. Related: Every Video Game Movie Releasing In 2021Īs shared by The Wrap, MGM has officially taken away Tomb Raider 2's release date. Tomb Raider 2 was among the movies affected by this and led many to wonder what would become of the film's release date. That was well before COVID-19 had a dramatic impact on the world, including shutting down movie theaters and halting movie productions. Vikander is returning to star as the world-famous adventurer after proving to be more than capable of leading the action franchise. When MGM officially announced Tomb Raider 2 was moving forward, they revealed that the film would be released in early 2021 and be directed by Ben Wheatley. The film left the door wide open for a sequel to happen, and Tomb Raider 2 finally started to make progress in 2019.

The reboot proved to be a moderate success despite mixed reviews, as it made nearly $275 million worldwide.

Several years after Angelina Jolie starred in the video game movie adaptation, Vikander played Lara Croft in 2018's Tomb Raider. MGM will no longer release Tomb Raider 2in early 2021, with Alicia Vikander's sequel losing its release date.
