Pregnant Phoebe Waller-Bridge spotted with notes amid Tomb Raider delay

Phoebe Waller-Bridge was seen in north London carrying notes, fueling rumors she’s working on a new script.

Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the award-winning creator of Fleabag and co-writer of the James Bond film No Time To Die, has sparked speculation about a possible new project after being spotted in north London carrying a folder of notes.

The 40-year-old actress and writer, dressed casually in denim dungarees and a striped T-shirt, was photographed with the folder tucked under her arm — prompting speculation she may be developing a fresh script.

Phoebe Waller-Bridge in London. pic.twitter.com/IuE9OV6toX

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Waller-Bridge signed a landmark $100 million five-year deal with Amazon Studios in 2019 after a bidding war between major Hollywood studios. However, her highly anticipated Tomb Raider TV reboot has reportedly stalled, with industry sources describing the project as “dead.” Plans for filming in early 2025 have yet to materialize, and the recent departure of Amazon Studios head Jennifer Salke — the executive who secured Waller-Bridge’s deal — may have further complicated the show’s future.

Sophie Turner, previously rumored to be in talks for the role of Lara Croft, is committed to other projects this year.

Beyond Tomb Raider, Waller-Bridge was originally attached to the Mr. & Mrs. Smith TV adaptation but departed in 2021, with her contributions removed from the final version. She has since taken on select acting roles, including Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny and the upcoming fantasy film A Big Bold Beautiful Journey alongside Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell.

Waller-Bridge has been in a relationship with playwright and filmmaker Martin McDonagh since 2017 and has described their creative partnership as mutually inspiring.