New ‘Mummy’ Sequel Stays True to the Original and ‘Takes Some Real Chances,’ Directors Tease

 After many years of waiting, fans of *The Mummy* are finally getting a new movie in the series with both Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz. The directors of this new film, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett from Radio Silence, said the new movie will have the same energy as the first one but will also take some real risks.

The duo are directing the fourth *Mummy* movie, and they just finished working on *Ready or Not 2: Here I Come*, which is coming out in March.

 When they talked to TheWrap about the new *Mummy* film, they didn't reveal much about the story or how scary it might be, since they're known for making horror movies. However, Tyler Gillett mentioned they had some great conversations with Fraser and Weisz, who both love the franchise a lot.

He said, "They've been really happy with the script and the way we're handling their characters and their relationship.

 And I think, as fans, reading this script, it feels a lot like the first movie." 

He added, "It's romantic, it's scary, and it takes some real chances.

 There's a lot of risk, but it's also big and adventurous. It has all those things. And from our talks with both Brendan and Rachel, I think it really hits that same feeling for them. They feel strongly that it's a return to form in many ways."

The directors are excited to make something that's important to the fans.

 Matt Bettinelli-Olpin also mentioned they'll approach the movie similarly to how they made *Scream*.

He said, "The main thing for us is that this is our chance and the chance for fans of the originals to see Rick and Evie again and to have Brendan and Rachel back in the saddle.

 It's a big, fun adventure. And it's not unlike how we approached *Scream*—how do we take something we love as fans and not just make it about nostalgia, but actually create something new for today?"

He continued, "And I think everyone involved is on board for that.

 We're just thrilled to make a big, sweeping adventure movie with some incredible actors."

The next *Mummy* movie is set for a wide release on May 19, 2028.