⭐️⭐️⭐⭐ 4

Unlike the family-friendly The Mummy remakes starring Brendan Fraser in the late 90s and early 2000s, this version leans fully into horror. With an 18 certificate, it’s clearly aimed at fans of the genre rather than a broad, all-ages audience. Quite a dark and serious take, aimed at providing scares. 

From the outset, the film establishes a darker direction, opening with the disappearance of a young girl, Katie. When she returns years later, she’s changed, and that unsettling shift sets the tone for what follows.

This is full-on horror, driven by tension and suspense throughout. The effects and CGI are impressive, giving it the feel of a genuinely high-budget entry in the genre. The performances are strong across the board, and while parts of the story are fairly predictable, there are enough surprises and distinctive moments to keep it engaging.

The setting, split between Egypt and the US, works well and complements the director’s vision. Overall, it stands out as a solid horror film, a welcome change from the often underwhelming entries in the genre, backed by a decent and coherent story.

The 2026 The Mummy reimagines the classic monster story as a dark, modern horror, following a journalist whose young daughter mysteriously disappears in the desert, only to return home years later seemingly alive but profoundly changed; as her behaviour grows increasingly disturbing, it becomes clear she is possessed by an ancient, malevolent force tied to a long-buried Egyptian curse, unleashing a terrifying chain of events that threatens not just her family but anyone who comes into contact with her.  

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Film Rating

Music

3 out of 5 (mainly instrumental)

Story/plot

3.5 out of 5

Acting/Performances

4.5 out of 5

Overall

4 out of 5

Certification: 18
Running time: 133 minutes
Screening type: 2D