Anticipation swells as the long-dormant Mummy franchise prepares to stalk cinema screens once more in April 2026. This reinterpretation, simply titled Lee Cronin’s The Mummy, sidesteps all prior storylines—whether from the classic Universal monsters, the Brendan Fraser adventure trilogy, or the 2017 Tom Cruise reboot—and stakes claim to something entirely fresh, darker, and deeply unsettling. Driven solely by Lee Cronin’s vision, the film pledges to unearth a terror that audiences “have never laid eyeballs on before,” a horror both ancient and profoundly frightening.

What little is known about the plot points to a grounded yet intense narrative focused on a modern family caught in a supernatural upheaval. The protagonist—portrayed by Jack Reynor—is joined by his wife, played by Laia Costa, and their daughter. This intimate, familial setup evokes uneasy familiarity and suggests that the story may revolve around the existential dread of disturbing what should have remained buried. While the precise nature of the curse or the mummy itself remains enshrouded in secrecy, Cronin’s reputation for psychologically charged horror hints at a slow-burning dread rather than high-octane spectacle.

The film is a collaboration between horror heavyweights Blumhouse and Atomic Monster, with producers James Wan, Jason Blum, and John Keville at the helm, under Cronin’s own Doppelgängers banner. Principal photography wrapped between March and June 2025, with filming conducted in Ireland and Spain—locations chosen perhaps for their atmospheric landscapes and ability to evoke an eerie mood.

Though no plot summaries are officially released, Cronin’s own commentary lends insight into the film’s intent. He emphasizes a departure from past iterations—this is not about grandiose action or adventure, but about resurrecting something primal and horrifying from the earth itself. The omission of familiar characters or references to previous films marks it as a standalone horror experience, tapping into ancestral dread and psychological tension more than visual flash.

In light of past fan reactions, there’s certainly curiosity about how this new take will balance nostalgia with original storytelling. While some express longing for the charm of Fraser’s era, others welcome the darker, more mature approach Cronin promises. The film’s release on April 17, 2026, marks a bold reawakening of the mummy mythos—one that may redefine how ancient curses are perceived in modern horror