After years of silence and endless fan petitions, Universal Pictures has officially set the sands in motion once again — The Mummy is rising from its tomb. Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz, the beloved duo who defined late-’90s adventure cinema, are confirmed to reunite in The Mummy 4 (2026), marking a long-awaited return to one of Hollywood’s most iconic franchises.
⚱️ The Legend Lives Again
It’s been nearly three decades since The Mummy (1999) brought Rick and Evelyn O’Connell to life — blending pulse-pounding action, old-school romance, and supernatural spectacle into a modern classic. Now, under the direction of Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett (the creative duo behind Ready or Not and Scream VI), Universal is promising a revival that balances nostalgia with new energy.
Screenwriter David Coggeshall is penning the story, which insiders describe as a “globetrotting supernatural adventure” set years after the events of The Mummy Returns. Though plot details are tightly sealed, early whispers suggest the O’Connells are drawn back into peril after an archaeological dig awakens an ancient Egyptian queen — a sorceress whose power threatens to upset the balance between life and death.
“It’s about rediscovering what made The Mummy magical — that mix of danger, humor, and heart,” one Universal executive teased.
🏜️ A Return That Fans Demanded
Brendan Fraser’s resurgence following his Oscar-winning performance in The Whale reignited the public’s demand for his most iconic role. His chemistry with Rachel Weisz remains one of the great hallmarks of the original trilogy, and their reunion has been described by industry insiders as “the emotional core” of the new film.
For Weisz — who skipped the 2008 sequel The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor — this marks her first return to the franchise in over twenty years. The decision to bring her back signals a creative reset: The Mummy 4 is said to ignore or partially retcon the events of the 2008 installment, returning to the spirit of the first two films.
🏺 From Cairo to London: The Scope Expands
While earlier films stayed largely in Egypt and China, The Mummy 4 reportedly expands its setting — spanning continents from the dunes of the Sahara to the underground catacombs beneath modern London. The tone, insiders say, aims to blend adventure with mythic horror, evoking the grand energy of Indiana Jones and the tension of The Last Crusade.
The filmmakers behind Radio Silence are known for their ability to mix suspense with humor — a combination that perfectly fits the Mummy DNA. They’ve promised “classic monster-movie thrills, practical effects, and that cinematic adventure vibe missing in today’s blockbusters.”
💬 What the Cast Has Said
Brendan Fraser himself has hinted at his excitement to return:
“I’ve always said — The Mummy should be fun. It’s supposed to make you laugh, jump, and cheer all at once. If they capture that again, I’m all in.”
Rachel Weisz, when asked about rejoining the role of Evelyn Carnahan, reportedly said she was “intrigued by the idea of revisiting the character as a mother, scholar, and adventurer who’s lived a lifetime since her last journey.”
🔮 A New Age of Adventure
With production rumored to begin in mid-2025 and a release date tentatively eyed for summer 2026, The Mummy 4 could mark a thrilling revival of one of Universal’s crown jewels.
If the sands of time are kind, audiences may soon watch Rick and Evelyn O’Connell face their greatest challenge yet — proving that some heroes never fade… and some evils never die.
🎥 Title: The Mummy 4
🌍 Release: 2026 (TBA)
⭐ Starring: Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz
🎬 Directors: Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillett
✍️ Writer: David Coggeshall
🎭 Genre: Action • Adventure • Fantasy
Studio: Universal Pictures
For a visual representation of the circulating rumors, you can view the fan-made teaser below: