- Primary Subject: The legacy sequel, The Mummy 4 (working title), and its creative direction
- Key Update: Directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett teased the details on the script for The Mummy 4.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: March 3, 2026
- Quick Answer: The Mummy 4 reunites original stars Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz in a "scary and sweeping" adventure that will restore the franchise's roots.
The directors of The Mummy 4 recently teased what fans should expect in the highly anticipated sequel and whether it is worth the wait after two decades.
It was recently confirmed that Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz have officially signed on to reprise their roles in a new Mummy movie and revive the beloved franchise. The Radio Silence duo, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, are attached to helm the installment. Fans are hoping that the fourth movie will deliver a satisfying new adventure that is worthy of the franchise's return.
What Fans Should Expect on The Mummy 4, According to the Directors
Speaking recently with EW, Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett opened up about the development of The Mummy 4 and teased what fans should expect on the upcoming installment.
They described it as a "dream project" and shared their excitement about bringing back the beloved franchise after two decades.
"It's just really, really beautiful and scary and sweeping, and it's awesome," Gillett said of the script for the fourth movie.
Bettinelli-Olpin promised that the upcoming film will have "all of the heart and the character that you could hope for" when he described the script that writer Dave Coggeshall has written for the installment.
"I don't think Brendan and Rachel are getting involved unless they love that script, and what they read, I think they really liked. And it's a good script. It's gonna be fun to make," he said.
When asked whether the third movie, Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, is considered canon for the upcoming installment, Bettinelli-Olpin simply responded, "Well, Rachel is in this one."
"That should answer the question for you," Gillett added.
What to Expect in The Mummy 4
So far, the plot details regarding the fourth Mummy movie are still under wraps, since the project remains in development.
The Mummy Returns notably took place in early 1930s Egypt. Given that it's been 24 years since the film's release, we can safely guess that the upcoming film might take place around the 1950s, with Alex all grown up.
There are also no details yet on whether the other cast members from the previous films, aside from Fraser and Weisz, are also set to return.
For now, fans should wait for more news and updates regarding the project in the coming months, but it's great to hear that we have official confirmation that it is happening.
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