The first set photos from “The Mummy 4” show Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz back together, delighting longtime fans of the franchise.
The wait is over for fans of one of Hollywood’s most beloved adventure franchises. The first set photos from “The Mummy 4” have arrived, showing Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz reunited and filming on location in London. The images have spread quickly online, marking the true beginning of a long-awaited return that fans have hoped for over many years.
For many, the biggest news is Weisz herself. The photos show her back as Evelyn O’Connell, the librarian and Egyptologist she last played 25 years ago. It is the moment supporters of the series have wanted since she stepped away from the role, and seeing her on set alongside Fraser has generated real excitement across social media.
Production on the film officially began in early September 2026, with Fraser confirming that cameras started rolling on September 7. The London shoot is now well underway, and the steady stream of set photos has given fans their clearest look yet at what is to come from the next chapter.
Rachel Weisz Returns as Evelyn O’Connell
The set photos put Weisz front and center in full costume. The images show the actress in vintage clothing that fits the franchise’s period style, including a yellow polka-dot skirt, a brown cropped jacket, and a matching wide-brimmed hat. The look has drawn immediate attention from fans comparing it to her earlier appearances in the series.
Her return carries particular weight. Weisz first played Evelyn in 1999’s “The Mummy” and returned for the 2001 sequel “The Mummy Returns,” where she and Fraser built the on-screen chemistry that became central to the series. She did not appear in the 2008 third film, when the role was recast, so this marks her first time back as the character in more than two decades.
The costumes also offer subtle hints about the film’s setting. The original movie took place in the 1920s, and the styling of the new outfits suggests the story may pick up years later, keeping the period feel that helped define the franchise. Fans have been studying the images closely for any clues about where and when the new story might unfold.
A Legacy Reunion for The Mummy Franchise
Fraser is once again playing adventurer Rick O’Connell, the role that helped make him a household name. Now 57, he appeared visibly back in shape at the Venice Film Festival last month and has spoken about being careful on set as he returns to one of his most physically demanding roles after nearly 20 years away. His return has been a major talking point since the project was first confirmed.
The reunion extends beyond the two leads. Other familiar faces from the original films are expected to return, with franchise regulars quietly reappearing as production gets underway. That continuity has added to the sense among fans that this sequel is a genuine homecoming rather than a reinvention of the series.
The new film is understood to be a direct continuation of the first two movies, setting aside the events of the 2008 installment. The script was written by David Coggeshall, and while specific plot details are being kept under wraps, the focus on the original cast has signaled the tone the filmmakers are aiming for.
The franchise itself has a long and successful history. The original 1999 film became a surprise global hit, blending action, adventure, and humor, and its 2001 sequel built on that success. The series struggled to recapture the same spark once the original pairing was broken up, which is part of why the reunion of Fraser and Weisz has resonated so strongly with longtime viewers.
The film remains untitled for now, and no release date has been widely confirmed. Even so, the arrival of the first set photos has been enough to reignite enthusiasm for a franchise that has been dormant for years. With Fraser and Weisz sharing the screen once more, fans finally have reason to believe the series they loved is truly coming back.
