New 'Mummy' Teaser Unveils Audacious, Twisted Horror Adventure for 2026

The first teaser for Lee Cronin's new "The Mummy" film has been released, showcasing a creepy narrative centered on a mysterious wrapped body and a rising evil force. The official logline describes a family's nightmare when a daughter, missing for eight years, is returned under terrifying circumstances. The film features a cast including Jack Reynor and Laia Costa and is produced by horror powerhouses James Wan and Jason Blum. Set for release in April 2026, this new installment follows the legacy of the 1932 classic and the popular 1999 Brendan Fraser-led franchise.

Key Points: 'The Mummy' 2026 Teaser: Audacious Retelling Revealed

  • Teaser reveals wrapped body & evil force
  • Story of a daughter's mysterious return
  • Produced by James Wan & Jason Blum
  • Releases in IMAX April 2026
  • Connects to classic 1932 & 1999 franchises
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'The Mummy' teaser returns with another "audacious, twisted" adventure

First teaser for Lee Cronin's 'The Mummy' promises a twisted horror tale. Film stars Jack Reynor, Laia Costa. Releases April 2026.

"audacious and twisted retelling - Film Description"

Los Angeles, January 13

The teaser for Lee Cronin's 'The Mummy' has been unveiled, bringing back one of the most classic tales with an "audacious and twisted retelling."

On Monday, the makers dropped the first teaser of the film and offered glimpses from the narrative, showing a situation around the discovery of a completely wrapped mysterious body, wrapped, and photographers clicking pictures.

The teaser moves forward to show the rise of an evil force, with only flashes present in the teaser. Amid an ominous chant in the background, the teaser reveals a mummified corpse of a person who appears to be coming back to life.

Before the teaser concludes, a spider can be seen coming out of the corpse, ending it on a creepy note.

"The young daughter of a journalist disappears into the desert without a trace--eight years later, the broken family is shocked when she is returned to them, as what should be a joyful reunion turns into a living nightmare," states the film's official logline.

Written and directed by Lee Cronin, 'The Mummy' features Jack Reynor, Laia Costa, May Calamawy, Natalie Grace, with Veronica Falcon.

The film is produced by James Wan, Jason Blum and John Keville under the banner of New Line Cinema, Atomic Monster and Blumhouse.

The film is set to release in theatres and IMAX in North America on April 17, 2026, and internationally on April 15, 2026.

The original 1932 'The Mummy' followed the tale of a mummified ancient Egyptian priest who goes on to unleash a powerful curse after being accidentally resurrected. The film spawned a late-90s franchise, starting with 'The Mummy' reboot in 1999, featuring Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz.

It is worth mentioning that the iconic duo are now set to reunite for the fourth 'Mummy' adventure with filmmakers Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, as per Variety.

- ANI

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Arjun K
Another Hollywood remake? I wish they'd explore original stories from other cultures' mythologies. India has so many rich folk tales and historical epics that could make for terrifying supernatural films. The visual of the spider is creepy though.
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Rohit P
April 2026 is so far away! The wait will be killing me. Blumhouse producing is a good sign—they know how to do horror right. Hope it releases here in India on the same day as the international date.
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Sarah B
The logline about the daughter returning after 8 years is giving me chills. That's a much more personal and psychological horror angle than just a monster rampaging. Interested to see how Lee Cronin handles it.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, I'm a bit skeptical. The Fraser movies had a perfect balance. Calling it "audacious and twisted" makes me worry it will just be gore and jumpscares without the heart. Hope they prove me wrong! The original 1932 film is a classic for a reason.
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Nikhil C
IMAX release confirmed! That's the way to watch a film like this. The scale and sound design should be epic. Weekend plan with friends sorted for 2026, haha!

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