<P> The film was released on June 15 , 2001 , and received generally negative reviews from critics for its stylized action and bland plot , although Angelina Jolie was praised for her performance . Tomb Raider was the highest - grossing film on its opening weekend . A sequel , titled Lara Croft : Tomb Raider -- The Cradle of Life , was released in 2003 . </P>
<P> The film was released on June 15 , 2001 , and received generally negative reviews from critics for its stylized action and bland plot , although Angelina Jolie was praised for her performance . Tomb Raider was the highest - grossing film on its opening weekend . A sequel , titled Lara Croft : Tomb Raider -- The Cradle of Life , was released in 2003 . </P>
when did the first tomb raider film come out
when did the first tomb raider film come out
June 15 , 2001
June 15 , 2001