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Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz Return for The Mummy 4

4/10/2026

Summary

Fraser and Weisz Reunite

Brendan Fraser (actor) and Rachel Weisz (actor) will reprise their roles in The Mummy 4, which begins filming this summer for a May 19, 2028 release.
Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett direct, and David Coggeshall writes the screenplay, which remains under wraps.
The project disregards the 2008 film, reuniting the original cast including John Hannah (actor) and potentially Arnold Vosloo (actor), with Universal Pictures marketing it as a major comeback.

Summary

Cronin Directs Mummy

Lee Cronin, the director, crafts the horror film The Mummy, which premieres on April 17, 2026.
The film is an R-rated reimagining that emphasizes psychological terror over action.
The plot centers on journalist Charlie Cannon, whose daughter Katie vanishes in the Egyptian desert for eight years and returns profoundly changed.
Blumhouse Productions and Warner Bros. produce the film.
The cast includes Jack Reynor and Natalie Grace.

History

Historical Context

The 1999 release of The Mummy, directed by Stephen Sommers, revitalized interest in adventure-horror films, grossing over $415 million worldwide. Universal Pictures, which produced the original, now seeks to capitalize on nostalgia by reuniting Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz for a new installment. This revival reflects a broader trend in Hollywood, where studios frequently revisit successful franchises to attract audiences. The implications of this trend suggest a continued reliance on established properties, potentially stifling original storytelling in favor of familiar narratives.

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Fraser and Weisz Reunite

Brendan Fraser (actor) and Rachel Weisz (actor) will reprise their roles in The Mummy 4, which begins filming this summer for a May 19, 2028 release.
Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett direct, and David Coggeshall writes the screenplay, which remains under wraps.
The project disregards the 2008 film, reuniting the original cast including John Hannah (actor) and potentially Arnold Vosloo (actor), with Universal Pictures marketing it as a major comeback.

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