On today’s Geek Freaks Headlines, we break down the big news: Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are in talks to return for a new “The Mummy.” The film is set up at Universal with Radio Silence (Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett) directing, and reporting points to a sequel that ignores the third movie. We also talk tone, why fans wanted this, and what early creative choices suggest for the adventure-meets-horror vibe. Timestamps & Topics00:00 — Return of “The Mummy,” Fraser and Weisz talks, nostalgia context 00:18 — Radio Silence attached; quick recap of their recent films 00:34 — Expecting scarier elements and classic undead set pieces 00:50 — Timeline status, what’s next, promise to follow production updates Key TakeawaysUniversal is moving forward with a new “The Mummy,” with Fraser and Weisz in active talks. Radio Silence is attached to direct, setting expectations for energetic suspense and character-driven thrills. The third film is reportedly being sidelined, framing this as a spiritual follow-up to the first two entries. Early chatter points to a slightly scarier tone alongside the adventure flavor fans love. Plot and release details are still under wraps, but we’ll track updates as they land. Memorable Quotes“This is pure nostalgia.” “The third movie that we all dislike… doesn’t count anymore.” “One of the best franchises forgotten to the 90s is back.” Call To ActionIf you enjoyed this breakdown, please follow and subscribe, leave a quick review to help more geeks find us, and share the episode with a friend using #GeekFreaks.Links & ResourcesNews and show updates: GeekFreaksPodcast.comSource: Episode transcript. Follow UsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegeekfreakspodcastThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekfreakspodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/geekfreakspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekfreakspodcast/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcastListener QuestionsHave thoughts or theories about where this sequel should go? DM us on social or tag #GeekFreaks and we’ll feature your questions in a future episode.Apple Podcast TagsGeek Freaks Headlines, The Mummy, Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz, Radio Silence, Universal Pictures, Movie News, Adventure Horror, 1990s Movies, Reboot vs Sequel

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