10 Greatest Casting Choices in Video Game History

By Adrian Poole /

5. Keeley Hawes €“ Lara Croft in Tomb Raider Legend/Anniversary/Underworld

We were introduced to Keeley Hawes' beautiful voice almost immediately alongside the sweeping visuals that opened up Tomb Raider: Legend. Hawes took over as Lara and her perfect blend of posh and edgy vocal performance blew us away. She was a great choice which felt natural for the progression of the character, and brought back that feeling of wanting to protect Lara rather than drop her off the highest ledge to see if she€™d scream twice...well, maybe not completely.