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New Mummy Film Outshines Fraser Classic
19 Apr
Summary
- New Mummy film garners higher audience score than Fraser's original.
- Critics found mixed reviews, but audiences praised gory visuals.
- The horror film has set a new Rotten Tomatoes record for the franchise.

Lee Cronin's latest horror endeavor, The Mummy, has been released in theaters as of April 17, 2026, and is already making waves. The film has achieved a notable 77% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, a figure that surpasses the 75% score of the beloved 1999 film starring Brendan Fraser.
This audience approval comes despite a less favorable critical consensus, with many reviewers pointing to narrative shortcomings and an uneven tone. Critics also noted similarities to Cronin's previous work, Evil Dead Rise. However, general moviegoers have responded positively to the film's intense horror and gory visuals.