The film Tomb Raider, released tonight at 22:05 on La 1 and originally released in 2018, is an action movie featuring well-known stars. Alicia Vikander (known for Jason Bourne and The Danish Girl) and Daniel Wu (Remember and Caught in Time) head the cast, making it one of the more recognizable adaptations in its genre.
This title marks the third cinematic entry inspired by the long-running video game saga. In this installment, the screen version brings to life the famed archaeologist Lara Croft, portrayed by Alicia Vikander, in a Roar Uthaug-directed origin story that traces the beginnings of the legendary adventurer.
What is the movie Tomb Raider about?
Lara Croft is an independent young woman who has grown up without her father, a renowned adventurer who disappeared years earlier. At 21, she supports herself as a bike courier, living in the bustling, ever-changing streets of East London. She longs to forge her own path beyond her father’s trading empire and struggles with the idea that he might be gone for good. When the opportunity arises, Lara embarks on a perilous quest to uncover the last known whereabouts of her father, seeking a fabled tomb on a mythical island that might lie off the coast of Japan.
Trailer of Tomb Raider
How long is it?
The movie runs for about two hours and two minutes, with the local broadcast on La 1 typically lacking commercial breaks, which affects timing slightly.
Is it worth seeing?
Audience rankings show mixed reception. FilmAffinity assigns a mid-range score, while IMDb records a solidly positive rating. Metacritic users show a higher appreciation, and Rotten Tomatoes notes a notable enthusiasm from certain viewers. Taken together, reviews suggest that Tomb Raider delivers a brisk, physically engaging experience with a sense of immediacy. Some critics also comment on the urge to set up possible sequels, which can make the ending feel rushed in places.
Meanwhile, critics and fans alike often highlight Vikander’s portrayal as a strong spark for the action and adventure, giving Lara Croft a grounded, athletic presence that resonates with contemporary audiences. The film’s energy lies in the pursuit itself—the map, the traps, the twists—rather than in sprawling dialogue, which is why many viewers come away impressed by the sheer momentum of the journey.
As with many action-adventure titles derived from games, discussions center around fidelity to source material versus cinematic expansion. The consensus tends to acknowledge the film’s ability to convey a sense of danger and resourcefulness, even as some viewers feel the plot could unfold with a bit more room to breathe. The overall takeaway is a movie that delivers excitement and a tangible sense of danger, with Lara Croft stepping into a larger myth while staying true to the character’s core grit and independence.
“Tomb Raider 2” now has a release date
What other channels are broadcasting at the time?
During the same time window, La 2 airs a documentary titled Living Body at 21:30; Antena 3 features Family Secrets at 10:10 and Siblings at 10:45; Cuarto Milenio BC presents an evening segment at 9:30 pm; Telecinco broadcasts Nightmare in Paradise: Debate at 10:00 pm, while La Sexta offers a recording program at 9:30 p.m. These listings reflect typical prime-time competition in the region and illustrate how audiences might plan their viewing around major premieres and popular talk formats.