The Mummy 4 is moving into production with Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz returning as Rick and Evelyn O’Connell. Filming began in September 2026, with an October 15, 2027 theatrical release planned. Radio Silence directs, while major plot details, Imhotep’s return, and the sequel’s exact continuity remain unclear for now.
What Is the Latest The Mummy 4 Filming Update?
The fourth movie is finally moving into production, giving fans the clearest sign yet that Rick O’Connell is heading back to the big screen. Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are returning, while Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett of Radio Silence are directing. David Coggeshall wrote the screenplay. The film’s release date is set for October 15, 2027, with filming reported to begin in September 2026.
When Did The Mummy 4 Start Filming and Who Is Returning?
Brendan Fraser confirmed the production milestone during an interview at the American Film Festival of Deauville. He said, “We start Monday morning,” referring to September 7, 2026. Fraser also joked that he had done “a lot of physical preparation” to reprise Rick O’Connell and was ready to trust the stunt team with the most demanding action. He also described the reunion as “It’s like seeing an old friend again,” capturing the excitement around the cast’s return after many years away onscreen.
- Returning leads: Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are back as Rick and Evelyn O’Connell, reuniting after The Mummy Returns.
- Familiar faces: John Hannah is reported to return as Jonathan Carnahan, while Oded Fehr is back as Ardeth Bay.
- Other cast: Kevin J. O’Connor is reported as Beni, and ComicBook.com says Arnold Vosloo will reprise Imhotep.
- New actors: Michael Johnston and Numan Acar have joined the cast in undisclosed roles.
- Filmmakers: Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett direct, with David Coggeshall handling the screenplay.
- Production team: Producers include William Sherak, Paul Neinstein, Sean Daniel, and James Vanderbilt, with Project X Entertainment involved.
What Will The Mummy 4 Be About and Does It Ignore the Third Movie?
The story remains under wraps, but the new film is being positioned as a globe-trotting adventure with comedy, action, and horror. Tyler Gillett described it as “really beautiful and scary and sweeping.” Reports also say the movie will largely bypass The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, which replaced Rachel Weisz with Maria Bello as Evelyn.
- Third-film continuity: The upcoming film appears designed to reconnect with the first two installments rather than directly follow The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor.
- Imhotep’s unexplained return: Arnold Vosloo’s reported comeback raises questions because Imhotep’s story appeared to end in The Mummy Returns.
- Beni is back too: Kevin J. O’Connor’s character died in the original movie, so the sequel has not yet explained how he returns.
- Alex O’Connell remains unconfirmed: Michael Johnston has been linked by speculation to Rick and Evelyn’s son, but his role has not been announced.
- A scarier adventure: Tyler Gillett described the movie as “really beautiful and scary and sweeping,” suggesting Radio Silence will mix horror with the franchise’s familiar adventure and humor.
- October 2027 theatrical return: The film is scheduled to reach theaters on October 15, 2027.
Final Thoughts
The Mummy 4 is officially moving ahead, with Universal Pictures bringing Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz back for another adventure. Radio Silence directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, known for Scream VI, are leading the film, which is set for October 15, 2027. Fans now have to wait for more story and casting details.
FAQs
Yes, The Mummy 4 is in production and is scheduled to hit theaters on October 15, 2027.
ComicBook.com reports that Imhotep will return, although the story has not explained how the character comes back.
Yes, Brendan Fraser is returning as treasure hunter Rick O’Connell, with Rachel Weisz also back as Evelyn.
Dwayne Johnson, who played the Scorpion King in The Mummy Returns, has not been confirmed for The Mummy 4.
ComicBook.com reports that Arnold Vosloo will reprise Imhotep, one of the franchise’s most memorable villains.