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Universal Sets May 19, 2028 Release for New Mummy Film With Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz

A legacy reunion pairs the original leads with the Radio Silence filmmakers attached, signaling a recalibration of a proven box-office franchise.

Overview

  • Universal confirmed the sequel and the May 19, 2028 theatrical date after months of rumor-focused coverage.
  • Variety and other outlets report Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett (Radio Silence) are attached to direct.
  • Original-trilogy steward Sean Daniel is returning as producer alongside William Sherak, James Vanderbilt and Paul Neinstein, according to trade reports.
  • David Coggeshall is reported to write the screenplay, with all plot details still being withheld by the studio.
  • The franchise has earned roughly €1.5 billion worldwide, and this marks the first Fraser–Weisz reunion in the series since the early 2000s.