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John Hannah Returns for 'The Mummy' Reboot with Fraser & Weisz

Universal Pictures has confirmed John Hannah will reprise his role in the upcoming reboot of "The Mummy," reuniting him with original co-stars Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz. The film will be directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett of Radio Silence, from a script by David Coggeshall. Plot details are scarce, but it promises a fresh take on the supernatural adventure franchise. Production begins this fall, with a theatrical release set for May 2028.

Key Points: The Mummy Reboot Cast: John Hannah Rejoins Fraser, Weisz

  • Original trio reunites
  • Directed by Radio Silence duo
  • Script by David Coggeshall
  • Releases May 19, 2028
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John Hannah rejoins cast for 'The Mummy' reboot, alongside Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz

John Hannah confirms return for The Mummy reboot, reuniting with original stars Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz for the 2028 adventure.

"Hannah's character, a witty and self-serving thief, became a fan favourite - The Hollywood Reporter"

Washington DC, March 28

Universal Pictures has confirmed that John Hannah will reprise his role as Rachel Weisz's brother in the upcoming '' reboot. The actor, who played the thief in the original Mummy films from 1999 and its sequels, will reunite with Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz for the latest instalment of the franchise, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett of Radio Silence, who are best known for their work on and the recent films, the reboot will bring a fresh perspective to the iconic series. The script for the film is penned by David Coggeshall, who is known for his work on '' and ''.

Plot details remain under wraps, but fans can expect thrilling action and supernatural adventure as Fraser's treasure hunter and Weisz's spunky librarian team up once again, with Hannah's character adding his signature charm to the story. The original movie, released in 1999, saw the trio battling an ancient, supernaturally powerful high priest in Egypt. Hannah's character, a witty and self-serving thief, became a fan favourite for his antics across the trilogy, as per the outlet.

'The Mummy' reboot is set to hit theatres on May 19, 2028, with shooting scheduled to begin in the fall in London and Morocco. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of , Universal will also re-release the 2001 film on March 27, 2026.

Hannah's long career includes iconic roles in Four Weddings and a Funeral, Spartacus, Marvel's Agents of and . He will also appear in the upcoming comedy-drama Death in Benidorm.

Producers for the reboot include Sean Daniel, who worked on the original Mummy films, and Radio Silence's frequent collaborators William Sherak, James Vanderbilt, and Paul Neinstein, under their Project X Entertainment banner. Fraser and Jason F. Brown of Hivemind will serve as executive producers, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Shooting in Morocco for the Egypt scenes is a smart choice. Hope they handle the cultural aspects with more sensitivity this time. The original was fun but had some dated stereotypes. Fingers crossed for a respectful yet thrilling adventure.
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Aman W
Honestly, I'm skeptical. Reboots rarely capture the original magic. The charm was of its time. Why not create something new instead of rehashing old IP? With that said, I'll probably still watch it for the nostalgia factor.
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Sarah B
John Hannah was the best part of those movies! "Hey, O'Connell! Looks to me like I've got all the horses!" His delivery was perfect. Glad the producers are bringing the band back together. Hope the new directors can match the original's balance of horror and comedy.
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Vikram M
The Mummy (1999) was a staple on cable TV here. Watched it countless times with family. Having the original cast is a masterstroke. But 2028 is so far away! At least we get the re-release in 2026. Time for a new generation to experience it in theatres.
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Karthik V
Interesting they're shooting in London and Morocco. I wonder if they'll include any Indian actors or references, given the historical trade links with Egypt. The original had that scene with the map of India. A small cameo from an Indian star would be awesome!

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