Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz Set to Return for The Mummy 4

Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are set to reunite in the highly anticipated film, The Mummy 4. This sequel will see the original stars return to the franchise, directed by the dynamic duo known as Radio Silence, comprising Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett. The news comes from The Hollywood Reporter, confirming that both actors are in negotiations to reprise their iconic roles.

Details About The Mummy 4

Fraser and Weisz gained fame through their roles in The Mummy franchise. Their performances helped elevate the films to box office success. Fraser won an Oscar for his role in The Whale, while Weisz earned the prestigious award for The Constant Gardener. In this upcoming sequel, the plot is expected to ignore the previously released third installment, The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, where Weisz did not appear.

Screenplay and Production

The screenplay for The Mummy 4 is penned by David Coggeshall. Sean Daniel, the original producer of The Mummy series, will also return, partnering with Project X Entertainment’s William Sherak, James Vanderbilt, and Paul Neinstein to produce the film. This project aims to reconnect audiences with the beloved characters of Rick and Evelyn O’Connell.

Significance of the Franchise

• The Mummy franchise originally began with the 1999 film, which was a remake of the 1932 classic.
• The series had previously included a third movie featuring a recast role of Weisz’s character.
• Universal Pictures attempted to reboot the franchise in 2017 with Tom Cruise, but the effort was unsuccessful.

Upcoming Films

The Mummy 4 is not the only project in the works related to the franchise. Director Lee Cronin is also working on a separate film titled The Mummy, slated for release by Warner Bros. on April 17, 2026. Rumors suggest this film may have been renamed The Resurrected to differentiate it from Universal’s series.

The return of Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz has excited fans eager for nostalgia and adventure. Their collaboration is expected to reinvigorate The Mummy franchise and bring it back into the spotlight.

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