Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life Timeline ( Real )

video_game_release
October 25, 1996

Release of the original Tomb Raider video game

The first Tomb Raider video game, which inspired the Lara Croft films, was released, popularizing the character of Lara Croft.

film_release
June 15, 2001

Release of the film Lara Croft: Tomb Raider

The first film adaptation of the Tomb Raider video game franchise starring Angelina Jolie.

film_release
July 25, 2003

Release of Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life

The release of the sequel to the original Tomb Raider film, starring Angelina Jolie as Lara Croft.

Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life Timeline ( Fictional )

discovery
Early 2000s

Discovery of Pandora's Box

Lara Croft learns about the existence of the legendary Pandora's Box, a mysterious artifact of great power that could unleash catastrophic biological weapons.

conflict
Shortly before main quest

Jonah Maiava Captured

Lara's friend and ally Jonah Maiava is kidnapped by mercenaries working for the antagonist, leading Lara to launch a rescue mission.

alliance
Shortly before expedition

Meeting with Terry Sheridan

Lara meets scientist Terry Sheridan, who has closely studied Pandora's Box and provides crucial information about its location and dangers.

exploration
Early in the movie

Expedition to Mount Everest

Lara Croft embarks on a dangerous expedition to Mount Everest to recover the next clue leading to Pandora's Box.

artifact recovery
Following Mount Everest expedition

Recovery of the Biological Weapon Samples

Lara retrieves ancient biological weapon samples stored in a hidden Nepalese monastery connected to Pandora's Box.

exploration
Late in the movie

Infiltration of The Cradle of Life

Lara infiltrates a secret underwater lair called The Cradle of Life, believed to be the final resting place of Pandora's Box.

rescue
During final infiltration

Rescue of Jonah at The Cradle of Life

Lara rescues Jonah Maiava from captivity within The Cradle of Life while searching for Pandora's Box.

resolution
Climactic finale

Destruction of Pandora's Box

In the climax, Lara destroys Pandora's Box to prevent the release of biological plague agents, saving humanity from disaster.