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Brendan Fraser & Rachel Weisz Return for 'The Mummy 4' in 2028

Universal Pictures has officially set a May 19, 2028 release date for a new installment of 'The Mummy'. Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz have closed deals to return as Rick and Evelyn O'Connell, reprising the roles they originated in the 1999 film. The project will be directed by the filmmaking duo Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, known collectively as Radio Silence. While plot details are under wraps, the film aims to revive the beloved adventure franchise that grossed over $422 million worldwide with its first entry.

Key Points: The Mummy 4: Fraser, Weisz Return in 2028

  • May 19, 2028 release date
  • Fraser & Weisz reprise Rick & Evelyn roles
  • Directed by Radio Silence duo
  • Original producer Sean Daniel returns
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'The Mummy' 4: Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz to reprise roles in 2028 film

Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz will reprise their iconic roles in a new 'The Mummy' film, directed by Radio Silence, set for release in May 2028.

"Fraser and Weisz will return as the adventurous couple first introduced in 1999's 'The Mummy' - The Hollywood Reporter"

Washington, February 11

Universal Pictures has officially set a May 19, 2028, release date for a new instalment of 'The Mummy', with Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz confirmed to return to the franchise that defined turn-of-the-century adventure cinema.

After months of negotiations, the studio has closed deals with Fraser and Weisz to reprise their iconic roles as Rick and Evelyn O'Connell, as per The Hollywood Reporter.

Universal Pictures also confirmed the news on their official social media handle.

The film will be directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, the filmmaking duo known as Radio Silence. With agreements now finalised, Universal announced Tuesday that the film will open wide in theatres in May 2028.

Plot details are currently being kept under wraps. However, it is confirmed that Fraser and Weisz will return as the adventurous couple first introduced in 1999's 'The Mummy,' as per The Hollywood Reporter.

Fraser headlined the trilogy released between 1999 and 2008, while Weisz appeared in the first two films.

The screenplay for the upcoming feature has been written by David Coggeshall, whose previous credits include 'The Family Plan' and 'Orphan: First Kill.'

Producing duties will be handled by Sean Daniel, who produced the original films alongside his late partner James Jacks.

William Sherak, James Vanderbilt and Paul Neinstein will produce through Project X Entertainment.

The trio have frequently collaborated with Radio Silence, including on the recent Scream films and Universal's vampire horror movie 'Abigail.'

Fraser, along with Hivemind's Jason F. Brown and Denis Stewart, will serve as executive producers.

The project is being overseen at the studio level by executive vice president of production development Jay Polidoro and director of production development Jacqueline Garell.

Directed and co-written by Stephen Sommers, 1999's 'The Mummy' revitalised Universal's classic monster legacy by blending action-adventure, romance and horror with an Indiana Jones-style flair.

Set in 1920s Egypt, the film followed treasure hunter Rick O'Connell and librarian Evelyn Carnahan as they accidentally awakened a powerful ancient high priest.

As per The Hollywood Reporter, the film grossed over USD 422.5 million worldwide and launched a franchise that became one of Universal's most reliable properties in the early 2000s.

The franchise expanded with two sequels, a prequel titled 'The Scorpion King' featuring Dwayne Johnson, an animated series, and even a popular theme park ride.

- ANI

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Priya S
So happy Rachel Weisz is returning! Evelyn was such a smart, capable heroine. We need more characters like her. The chemistry between her and Fraser was magical. Hope the new directors capture that old charm.
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Vikram M
2028 is so far away! But I suppose good things take time. Just hope they don't over-modernize it with too much CGI. The practical effects and adventure feel of the original is what made it special. Fingers crossed.
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Sarah B
As someone who grew up with these films, I'm cautiously optimistic. The Radio Silence duo did great with the recent Scream movies, so they understand legacy sequels. But the heart was always Fraser and Weisz's dynamic. If they get that right, it'll be a blast.
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Rohit P
Honestly, I wish they'd leave classics alone. Not every franchise needs to be revived. The 1999 film is perfect. What new story can they possibly tell? Feels like a cash grab banking on nostalgia. Hope I'm wrong.
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Karthik V
Brendan Fraser's comeback story is inspiring. From being a huge star to facing struggles and now returning to one of his iconic roles – it's like a movie plot itself! All the best to the entire team. Definitely watching this in theatres.

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