Rachel Weisz Revealed in First Look at ‘The Mummy 4’; Studios Also Unveil Kristen Stewart’s Psychic Detective Project

Gizmodo has released the inaugural official stills featuring Rachel Weisz in the forthcoming fourth entry of the modern “The Mummy” series, confirming the Oscar‑winning star’s participation in the cast and igniting fresh speculation about the franchise’s direction.

The upcoming picture arrives on the heels of several recent revivals inside Universal Pictures’ monster slate, which has re‑imagined iconic beasts such as Godzilla, King Kong and the original 1999 “The Mummy” reboot. Whereas prior installments leaned heavily on action‑filled adventure, this sequel seems set to fuse horror, mythology, and a more character‑centric story.

Weisz, whose résumé includes “The Constant Gardener” and “The Favourite,” has not yet been publicly linked to a particular role, but her involvement hints at a move toward more refined casting. Critics suggest her presence could add dramatic heft, balancing the franchise’s usual focus on visual spectacle.

Details on production are still scarce, though the film is being shepherded by Universal’s MonsterVerse team, with a director attached who has previously overseen entries in the shared universe. Shooting is said to take place at locations across North Africa, a backdrop that dovetails with the series’ Egyptian mythology.

In a separate briefing, the same source revealed that Kristen Stewart will lead a new project in which she portrays a clairvoyant detective. The part represents another genre shift for the former “Twilight” actress, who has lately gravitated toward off‑beat roles ranging from indie dramas to sci‑fi thrillers.

Both announcements underscore a wider pattern among major studios of pairing well‑known talent with genre‑bending ideas, aiming to draw both longtime fans and fresh viewers. While exact release windows remain unannounced, the twin news items point to a calculated rollout of high‑profile titles that could define the next phase of franchise filmmaking.