Everything we know about Lee Cronin's 'The Mummy'
The Mummy simply cannot stay dead. Lee Cronin, Atomic Monster, and Blumhouse are forming a formidable trio to create a new The Mummy film that will really lean into horror.
nerdist.comHere’s what’s currently known about Lee Cronin’s The Mummy.
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Status and release window: Production wrapped in mid-2025, with a theatrical window set for April 17, 2026; the project has been described by Cronin as a fresh, horror-forward take on the franchise. The timeline suggests the film moved through production and early post into a 2026 release plan.[1][4][5]
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Nature of the project: Cronin’s Mummy is a Blumhouse/Atomic Monster collaboration described as a bold departure for the franchise, aiming to lean into intense horror and an ancient, unsettling premise rather than a traditional action-adventure tone. Early comments indicate the filmmakers intend a distinctive reinterpretation that may diverge from classic franchise expectations.[5][1]
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Cast and premise highlights: Reports indicate Laia Costa joined the cast, with Jack Reynor in a leading role and a family-centric setup involving a married couple and their daughter encountering the undead antagonist. The core premise centers on a family disrupted by a mysterious desert horror, as described in several early reports.[4][5]
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Reception and ongoing developments: There have been various industry chatter pieces about test screenings and potential franchise alignment, including speculation about branding and franchise connections; some coverage suggests shifts or retooling as producers weigh audience reception and branding consistency with The Mummy lineage. Note that such reports are unofficial and subject to change as the film progresses through post-production and marketing.[2][3][6]
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Trailer and marketing: A teaser and official trailer were released in early 2026, positioning Cronin’s film as a modern horror-centric reinvention with a focus on family strain and supernatural peril; the trailer emphasizes a nightmare scenario tied to a missing child and the eventual resurfacing of a dangerous presence. This marketing signal aligns with Cronin’s stated intent to deliver something uniquely atmospheric within the franchise.[7][9]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest verifiable summaries from specific outlets or compare how Cronin’s approach differs from previous Mummy installments. I can also summarize expected plot beats from official trailers and press materials, with citations.