Filming is underway for the upcoming The Mummy 4, and set photos have surfaced offering a glimpse of Brendan Fraser's return as the adventurous Rick O'Connell. The images also confirm Rachel Weisz is reprising her role as Evie Carnahan, having previously skipped the 2008 installment, The Mummy 3: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor. This latest film, currently without an official title, is slated for release on October 15, 2027.
New set photos published by Page Six show Fraser in a black leather jacket, holding a white helmet. One photograph features an extra wearing a "Rick O'Connell Racing" jacket, suggesting a potential shift for the character into motorsports. The same report mentions a rocket car on set, accompanied by background signage hinting at a speed record attempt, implying Rick may be pursuing new speed-related endeavors in his retirement from treasure hunting.
The franchise, which began with the successful 1999 film, saw a dip in critical reception with The Mummy Returns and the poorly received Tomb of the Dragon Emperor. A 2017 reboot starring Tom Cruise also failed to revitalize the series. Fans are hopeful that The Mummy 4, with the return of Fraser and Weisz, will recapture the original films' popular blend of action and adventure.
Several other familiar faces are expected to return, including Oded Fehr as Ardeth Bay, John Hannah as Jonathan Carnahan, Arnold Vosloo as Imhotep, and Kevin J. O'Connor as Beni Gabor. The inclusion of these characters alongside Fraser and Weisz fuels anticipation for a continuation of the beloved series.