The 2026 film The Mummy, directed by Lee Cronin, is a horror reimagining of the classic franchise, originally announced under the title Lee Cronin's The Mummy but later renamed The Resurrected.25 The film is produced by James Wan’s Atomic Monster, Jason Blum’s Blumhouse Productions, and Cronin’s Doppelgängers banner, with Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema handling distribution.245 It is set to be released on April 17, 2026, in the United States.245 +2

The plot centers on a journalist’s daughter who disappears into the desert and returns eight years later, triggering a terrifying transformation as her family discovers she carries the spirit of an ancient Egyptian mummy.256 +1 The father must confront a deadly ritual to save his remaining child, even if it means becoming the monster himself.5611 The story is described as a supernatural possession tale, distinct from previous adventure-focused Mummy films.611

The cast includes Jack Reynor, Laia Costa, Verónica Falcón, May Calamawy, Hayat Kamille, May Elghety, Natalie Grace, Shylo Molina, Billie Roy, and others.789 Principal photography concluded in June 2025, filmed in Spain and Ireland.5710 Despite initial expectations for a spring 2026 release, reports suggest the film may undergo retooling due to poor test screening results and a decision by Universal Pictures to discontinue licensing the title, leading to the title change and potential release date adjustments.611

The project is positioned as a standalone horror film, separate from Universal’s Mummy franchise, which is pursuing a new installment in the Brendan Fraser series.612 Lee Cronin has described the film as “unlike any ‘Mummy’ movie you ever laid eyeballs on before,” emphasizing its dark, atmospheric tone and focus on ancient, terrifying evil.45 A first trailer is expected before the end of 2025.5