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The Mummy 4 casting and production

Overview

In early August 2026, Universal Pictures announced the fourth installment of the franchise, slated for an October 15, 2027, release. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett with a script by David Coggeshall, the film is positioned as a direct follow-up to ‘The Mummy Returns’ (2001), notably ignoring the 2008 third film. The project aims to recapture the action-adventure and horror tone of the original entries.

Production is scheduled to begin later in 2026 in London and Morocco. The confirmed cast includes the return of original leads Brendan Fraser as Rick O'Connell, Rachel Weisz as Evelyn Carnahan, and John Hannah as Jonathan Carnahan. Veteran actors Kevin J. O'Connor (Beni Gabor) and Oded Fehr (Ardeth Bay) are also confirmed to reprise their roles. New cast members include Numan Acar and Michael Johnston.

Reports have indicated that Arnold Vosloo may reprise his role as Imhotep. John Hannah noted that Vosloo was in Cape Town finalizing details to join the production, though Universal Pictures has not officially confirmed his involvement. While the specific plot remains secret, fan speculation has emerged regarding whether Imhotep might return as an ally rather than a villain.

In early September 2026, Brendan Fraser’s physical transformation drew significant attention during the London premiere of his war thriller, ‘Pressure’. Appearing on the red carpet, Fraser displayed a more athletic and slender physique, which he attributed to an intense physical training regimen. This change has sparked widespread social media enthusiasm among fans regarding his readiness to return to the action-heavy role of Rick O'Connell.

Entities

Brendan Fraser · Rachel Weisz · Oded Fehr · Pressure · Tyler Gillett

Timeline

6 days ago

[CULTURE] 6 sources
Brendan Fraser reveals athletic new look at London premiere
Brendan Fraser's athletic physical transformation at the London premiere of ‘Pressure’ has fans excited for his return as Rick O'Connell in the upcoming ‘The Mummy 4’.
8 days ago

[CULTURE] 5 sources
Brendan Fraser set to return for The Mummy 4 sequel
Brendan Fraser is preparing to return as Rick O'Connell in The Mummy 4, with a release date set for October 15, 2026, reuniting the original cast including Rachel Weisz.
about 1 month ago

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Brendan Fraser to return for The Mummy 4
Brendan Fraser is set to return for The Mummy 4, with actor John Hannah suggesting that Arnold Vosloo will also reprise his role as Imhotep.
about 1 month ago

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Oded Fehr to Return as Ardeth Bay in The Mummy 4
Oded Fehr will reprise Ardeth Bay in The Mummy 4, a legacy sequel directed by Matt Bettinelli‑Olpin and Tyler Gillett, filming in London and Morocco for a 15 Oct 2027 release, alongside returning cast members.
about 1 month ago

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Kevin J. O'Connor and Oded Fehr Confirmed for The Mummy 4
The Mummy 4, set for Oct 15 2027, confirms the return of Kevin J. O'Connor (Beni Gabor) and Oded Fehr (Ardeth Bay) alongside original leads Fraser, Weisz and Hannah, with new cast members Numan Acar and Michael

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