John Hannah Teases New 'Mummy' Film
Originally published Jun 16, 2026
By Marta Balaga · Variety
AI-generated summary based on Variety · Aggregated by Filmarian · Human-reviewed and approved on Jun 16, 2026
Key points
- John Hannah confirms return to the 'Mummy' franchise.
- All original cast members may reprise their roles in the new film.
- The film will be directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett.
- The new 'Mummy' is set to be the fourth installment in the franchise.
John Hannah has confirmed his return to the 'Mummy' franchise, hinting that all original cast members are set to reprise their roles. Speaking at the Monte-Carlo Television Festival, Hannah teased the upcoming fourth installment, stating, 'You’ve heard all the rumors and it’s true. Everyone’s back.' The film will be directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, known for their work on 'Ready or Not' and 'Scream.' This marks a potential revival for the franchise, which has seen mixed success since its initial 1999 release.
Read the original story: Variety — by Marta Balaga