The Mummy 4 Now Officially Titled The Mummy: Book of the Dead
The fourth film in The Mummy franchise has been officially titled The Mummy: Book of the Dead and will release on October 15, 2027. Universal Pictures confirmed the announcement on October 15, 2026, exactly one year before the film’s theatrical debut.
The sequel reunites franchise leads Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz as Rick and Evie O’Connell. Weisz sat out the third film when her character was recast with Maria Bello, making her return a significant one for fans. The ensemble cast will also include returning players John Hannah, Michael Johnston, Numan Acar, Kevin J. O’Connor, and Oded Fehr reprising his role as Ardeth Bay.
Set photography suggests The Mummy: Book of the Dead takes place in the late 1950s, shifting the timeline from the earlier films. Both Weisz and Fraser have been spotted on set in their respective roles. The film remains on track for its planned October 2027 release, giving fans of the 27-year-old franchise another chapter in the O’Connells’ adventures.