Brendan Fraser shares very exciting filming update for The Mummy 4

The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported. Brendan Fraser has shared an exciting update for The Mummy 4, confirming that filming has begun on the anticipated sequel. Although we knew filming was due to begin imminently, Fraser confirmed over the weekend that he would return to work as Rick O'Connell on Monday morning, meaning production officially commenced today. Speaking during France's Deauville American Film Festival, the actor told Canal+: "I have to be at work on Monday morning." Universal Related: Best streaming services Appearing slightly nervous about reprising his role as an action hero, Fraser said of the stunts: "I guess I'll just be careful and completely comfortable telling the stunt team, 'You're going to be great in this shot, go get it'." He continued: "But I'm not concerned because of the level of professionalism that I know that I'm working alongside. And just for the outpouring of enthusiasm around the project. It's like seeing an old friend again." What to Read Next Announced last year, the sequel sees Rachel Weisz return as Evelyn O'Connell alongside Kevin J O'Connor as Beni Gabor, Oded Fehr as Ardeth Bay, and John Hannah as Jonathan Carnahan, with Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett directing. Speaking exclusively to Digital Spy at the Edinburgh International Film Festival, Hannah gave his verdict on the film, saying: "I read the script, and the script is terrific." Universal Related: The Mummy 4 confirms unexpected return as it adds Young Sherlock star He added: "Brendan is an incredibly brilliant, creative leading actor with an Oscar, Rachel [is] the same. We're all still friends, I talk to Oded, I talk to Arnold [Vosloo] regularly, Patricia [Velásquez] as well. Rachel's the only one I haven't seen for a while." On why he was hesitant to return, he said: "My only reservations were about, is it a kind of cynical rehash just to get the audience back in the cinema. But in fact, the script is so good and the directors have got such energy. They'll bring something new and fresh to it." "They're not going to settle for some rehashed [thing]. The script is always the starting point and it's bloody funny, it's bloody good, so I'm really looking forward to it," he added. The Mummy 4 is set for release 15 October 2027. Visit our Streaming Guide now to see at a glance where you can view ALL your favourite shows and movies. The new edition of Legends, a 100-page all-colour celebration of Ariana Grande, is here! Buy Ariana Grande in newsagents or online.