The 'Mummy' franchise is preparing for a triumphant return to the big screen, as the first photos from the set of the fourth installment of the cult adventure series have emerged online. The main highlight for fans is the reunion of the original star-studded duo—Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz, who are once again stepping into the iconic roles of Rick O'Connell and Evelyn Carnahan.

Background and the Return of the Legendary Duo

Fans will recall that Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz starred together in the first two films of the series, 'The Mummy' (1999) and 'The Mummy Returns' (2001), which became adventure cinema classics. However, the actress did not return for the third installment, 'The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor' (2008), leaving many franchise devotees disappointed. Now, nearly two decades later, the long-awaited reunion of the beloved couple is finally happening, sparking tremendous excitement for the upcoming film.

Filming in England and Early Plot Details

57-year-old Brendan Fraser was spotted by paparazzi on the grounds of a former military base in Suffolk, England, wearing a helmet and driving a striking silver-and-red car for a high-speed chase or speed record scene. Rachel Weisz was previously spotted in London near the British Museum, sporting a stylish retro look as the Egyptologist Evelyn. While creators are keeping strict details of the plot under wraps, it is already known that the directors' chairs are occupied by Tyler Gillett and Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, renowned for their work on 'Ready or Not' and the recent 'Scream' installments.

Star-Studded Cast and Release Date

In addition to Fraser and Weisz, Oded Fehr, John Hannah, and Kevin J. O'Connor will also reprise their roles in the fourth installment, making the project an absolute treat for devoted fans of the original. The premiere of the anticipated blockbuster is scheduled for October 2027. Given the current timeline (September 2026), active production is in full swing, and creators promise to share more official materials soon.

Contradictory Data

Online film communities and media outlets are actively discussing the status of the franchise's third installment and the narrative continuity of the new film. Some Western insiders and sources claim that the fourth movie will completely ignore the events of the 2008 film 'The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor', in which Maria Bello played Evelyn. Meanwhile, other sources insist that the project will respect the entire universe's chronology by simply bringing back the key original cast members to directly continue the O'Connell family story.