Brendan Fraser’s $400M Fantasy Classic Officially Hits New Streamer Before Long-Awaited Sequel
The Mummy, Stephen Sommers' beloved 1999 fantasy adventure starring Brendan Fraser, has arrived on Peacock as of 1 October, alongside The Mummy Returns. The timing is particularly significant as Fraser is currently filming a new instalment in the franchise in London, scheduled for release in 2028, making this the perfect moment for both nostalgic fans and newcomers to experience the original blockbuster.
The film follows Rick O'Connell (Fraser), a dashing legionnaire who stumbles upon the cursed ruins of Hamunaptra whilst battling in 1920s Egypt and awakens Imhotep, a High Priest punished over three thousand years earlier for forbidden love—a curse that threatens eternal doom. The ensemble cast includes Rachel Weisz as Evelyn, Arnold Vosloo as Imhotep, John Hannah, Oded Fehr, Kevin J. O'Connor, Jonathan Hyde, and Erick Avari.
- The Mummy now streams on Peacock as Brendan Fraser films 2028 sequel
- 1999 adventure features Rick O'Connell's battle with cursed Egyptian mummy
- Perfect timing with franchise revival currently in development
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The Mummy is a 1999 fantasy adventure film that became a blockbuster sensation and has since been regarded as a classic of the genre. Directed by Stephen Sommers and starring Brendan Fraser as the roguish adventurer Rick O'Connell, it launched a franchise that expanded through sequels and related films.
Set in 1920s Egypt, the film follows O'Connell as he uncovers the cursed ruins of Hamunaptra and awakens Imhotep, a High Priest who was cursed three thousand years earlier for forbidden love. The story combines action, adventure and supernatural elements as O'Connell must battle an ancient curse threatening the world.
The film has remained popular with audiences across more than two decades, maintaining a devoted fanbase that has kept the franchise active. This lasting appeal explains why The Mummy continues to attract viewers and why interest in the series remains strong.