AceShowbiz - The The Mummy franchise is gearing up for a major comeback with the eagerly awaited fourth installment, featuring the return of Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz. Nearly two decades after their last appearances as adventurers Rick O'Connell and Evelyn, the iconic duo is set to reprise their roles under the direction of Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett.

Earlier this year, it was officially announced that The Mummy 4 will hit theaters on May 19, 2028. Now, in a recent interview with Collider, co-director Tyler Gillett revealed that production is scheduled to begin in August 2026, with pre-production starting in May. This marks an important milestone in reviving the franchise and fans can anticipate the return of the beloved characters after a lengthy absence.

Although Brendan Fraser appeared last in 2008's The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, Rachel Weisz has been absent from the series since 2001’s The Mummy Returns. While Evelyn was featured in the 2008 film, the role was portrayed by Maria Bello, and the new directors have confirmed that this particular entry will not be considered part of the official canon moving forward.

Details about the plot of The Mummy 4 remain under wraps, leaving fans curious about the direction the story will take. Additionally, it is still uncertain whether other franchise favorites such as John Hannah and Oded Fehr will return as Jonathan Carnahan and Ardeth Bay. Both actors have expressed interest in reprising their roles, but no official casting news has been announced yet.

The new film arrives amidst other expansions of the franchise, notably following Lee Cronin’s reboot titled The Mummy, slated for release on April 17, 2026. That version is said to be a standalone horror-focused project by Blumhouse, distinct from the storyline featuring Fraser and Weisz.

Brendan Fraser’s comeback as Rick O'Connell coincides with a notable resurgence in his career, including an Oscar win for his role in The Whale (2022) and roles in films like Killers of the Flower Moon (2023), Brothers (2024), and last year’s Rental Family. Meanwhile, Rachel Weisz has been less active in film recently, with her last movie being 2021’s Black Widow. However, she has remained visible on television, starring in series like Dead Ringers (2023) and Vladimir (2026).

Fans eager for a glimpse of The Mummy 4 will likely have to wait until 2027 for the first trailer, although promotional images could emerge once filming commences later this year. After several years of franchise missteps and a long hiatus, the prospect of seeing Rick and Evelyn return to the big screen is now closer than ever.

With production underway and a firm release date in place, the revival of The Mummy starring Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz promises to reignite the adventurous spirit that made the series a beloved classic among fans of the genre.