Hold onto your hats, adventure fans, because a cinematic reunion that’s been whispered about for years might finally be happening! Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are reportedly in talks to return for ‘The Mummy 4’, reigniting the magic of the beloved franchise that launched their careers over two decades ago. But here’s where it gets controversial: how will the story bring back Weisz’s character, Evelyn Carnahan, who was dramatically killed off in The Mummy Returns? And this is the part most people miss—while Fraser has openly expressed interest in reprising his role as Rick O’Connell, the logistics of weaving these characters back into the narrative remain a head-scratcher.
According to entertainment powerhouse Deadline, which broke the news citing ‘multiple sources,’ the project is already in motion, with screenwriter David Coggeshall (The Family Plan, The Deliverance) reportedly penning the script. Coggeshall himself seemed to confirm the rumors, cheekily tweeting, ‘Cat’s out of the bag, I guess :)’ alongside the Deadline article.
Let’s rewind for a moment: Fraser and Weisz first teamed up in the 1999 blockbuster The Mummy, a film that not only became a cultural phenomenon but also catapulted the then-rising stars into Hollywood’s A-list. Fast forward to today, both actors are Oscar winners—Weisz for her role in The Constant Gardener (2006) and Fraser for his transformative performance in The Whale (2023). Their chemistry in the original film and its 2001 sequel, The Mummy Returns, remains a fan favorite, though Fraser went solo for the 2008 installment, The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, after Evelyn’s tragic demise. Neither actor was involved in the 2017 reboot starring Tom Cruise and Russell Crowe, which failed to recapture the charm of the original trilogy.
So, how could Evelyn return? While details are scarce, Fraser hinted in a 2022 Variety interview that he’d be open to revisiting Rick O’Connell ‘if someone came up with the right conceit.’ Could this mean a time-travel twist, a spiritual resurrection, or perhaps a prequel? The possibilities are endless, but one thing’s for sure: fans are buzzing with theories.
Here’s the bold question we’re all thinking: Is bringing back a deceased character a clever narrative move or a risky gamble? Share your thoughts in the comments—do you think The Mummy 4 can live up to the legacy of the originals, or is this a franchise best left in the past?
As of now, neither Fraser nor Weisz’s representatives have confirmed the news, and Universal Pictures remains tight-lipped. But if this reunion does happen, one thing’s certain—it’ll be a nostalgic thrill ride for fans and a testament to the enduring appeal of these iconic characters. Stay tuned, because this story is just getting started!
