Takeaways
- Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are officially reuniting for The Mummy 4.
- The new film will be directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett of Radio Silence.
- Fraser’s comeback after The Whale helped spark renewed fan interest in the franchise.
- The filmmakers promise to revive the “fun” adventure tone that made the original movies iconic.
Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz Are Back in Action
After more than two decades, Hollywood’s favorite adventuring duo is returning to the big screen. Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz will reunite in a brand-new Mummy movie, marking the fourth installment of Universal Pictures’ beloved action-adventure series.
This long-awaited project is directed by the creative duo Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, collectively known as Radio Silence. The pair is best known for Ready or Not (2019) and revitalizing the Scream franchise in 2022.
Universal, the studio behind the Mummy films and other legendary monster movies, has yet to release an official statement. But reports confirm the studio is betting on nostalgia, adventure, and the original stars to reignite the franchise’s magic.
A Legendary Franchise Reawakens
The Mummy series began in 1999 with Fraser as Rick O’Connell and Weisz as the brilliant Egyptologist Evelyn Carnahan. The blockbuster became an instant hit, grossing over $400 million worldwide and redefining the modern action-adventure genre.
Fraser reprised his role in The Mummy Returns (2001) and The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (2008). However, Weisz appeared only in the first sequel.
Universal attempted a reboot in 2017 starring Tom Cruise, but despite its high budget and global ambitions, The Mummy (2017) failed to connect with audiences or launch the planned “Dark Universe.”
Fraser once said the secret to The Mummy’s success wasn’t just action or horror—it was “fun.” In a 2022 interview, he reflected:
“The ingredient that we had going for our ‘Mummy,’ which I didn’t see in the new one, was fun. That was what was lacking in that incarnation. It was too much of a straight-ahead horror movie. ‘The Mummy’ should be a thrill ride, but not terrifying.”
Fraser’s Hollywood Comeback Story
After years away from Hollywood, Fraser made a triumphant return with his Oscar-winning role in The Whale (2022). The powerful performance not only earned him critical acclaim but also rekindled audience love for the actor who once ruled the box office.
During The Whale’s press tour, Fraser told Variety he’d be open to reprising his most iconic role if “someone came up with the right conceit.” Clearly, the right idea has now arrived.
What Fans Can Expect from The Mummy 4
While plot details remain under wraps, early buzz suggests The Mummy 4 will recapture the adventurous tone of the original trilogy — with updated visual effects and a fresh, global storyline.
Directors Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett are known for blending horror, humor, and heart — making them a perfect fit to revive The Mummy’s signature blend of scares and spectacle.
With both Fraser and Weisz returning, longtime fans can expect the same thrilling chemistry that made Rick and Evelyn O’Connell one of the most beloved on-screen couples in modern cinema.
Final Takeaway
Hollywood reboots may come and go, but few franchises hold the charm and energy of The Mummy. With Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz back where it all began, this new chapter promises to honor the past while breathing new life into one of adventure cinema’s most iconic sagas.
Stay tuned — The Mummy 4 might just awaken a new generation of treasure hunters.
