**Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz Reunite for New Sequel in The Mummy Franchise**
Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz, stars of the beloved *The Mummy* film series, are reportedly reuniting for a new sequel in Universal’s iconic *The Mummy* franchise. The original trilogy began in 1999 with *The Mummy*, followed by *The Mummy Returns* (2001), and concluded with *The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor* (2008).
The upcoming film is said to serve as a sequel that will effectively disregard the events of the 2008 installment. Directed by the filmmaking team Radio Silence, this new chapter aims to breathe fresh life into the franchise. To date, the series has comprised three main films starring Brendan Fraser, alongside a 2017 reboot.
This sequel will mark Rachel Weisz’s return to her role since *The Mummy Returns* in 2001, while Fraser’s last appearance in the primary series was in the third film, *The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor* (2008).
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### Legacy Adventure Lives On
Known for their work on 2019’s *Ready or Not* and for successfully revitalizing the *Scream* franchise for Paramount in 2022, filmmakers Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett—who operate under the collective name Radio Silence—are set to direct the fourth installment of this action-adventure franchise. The new film will feature Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz, possibly reprising their iconic roles.
The *Mummy* franchise began its modern run with the 1999 film, directed and co-written by Stephen Sommers. The movie was a global sensation, largely due to the chemistry between its lead stars Brendan Fraser as Rick O’Connell and Rachel Weisz as Evelyn Carnahan. Both *The Mummy* and *The Mummy Returns* were massive box office successes, each grossing over $400 million worldwide.
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### Franchise Challenges and Comebacks
However, the third film, *The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor* (2008), received a lukewarm reception, partly because Rachel Weisz chose to step away from her role. Brendan Fraser also stepped back from major Hollywood roles for several years due to personal challenges, including chronic health issues and a widely publicized assault allegation involving former Hollywood Foreign Press Association president Philip Berk.
Fraser’s major comeback came with his acclaimed performance in Darren Aronofsky’s *The Whale* (2022), which earned him the Academy Award for Best Actor.
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### Returning to Roots
The upcoming *Mummy* sequel is deeply connected to the franchise’s original creative team, with veteran producer Sean Daniel returning. Joining him in producing the new film are Project X Entertainment’s William Sherak, James Vanderbilt, and Paul Neinstein.
Details such as the sequel’s release date, plot synopsis, and additional information have yet to be announced. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned for further updates on this exciting return to a beloved adventure saga.
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