## A new horror classic is on its way
Lee Cronin, director of “The Death of the Demon: The Rise”, returns to the big screen with an ambitious project: **“The Mummy’s Curse”**, a remake that promises to be even more disturbing than the original legend.
## Production details
– **Director and screenplay:** Lee Cronin
– **Genre:** Horror
– **Runtime:** 137 minutes
– **Distributor:** Warner Bros.
– **Budget:** US$ 22 million
– **Release date:** April 16, 2026
– **Producers:** James Wan, Jason Blum, John Keville
– **Executive producers:** Michael Clear, Judson Scott, Macdara Kelleher, Lee Cronin
## Synopsis and cast
The story follows the missing daughter of a journalist who, eight years later, mysteriously reappears in the desert. The reunion that should be joyful quickly turns into a living nightmare, reviving the ancient Mummy’s curse.
**Main cast**
– Jack Reynor
– Laia Costa
– May Calamawy
– Natalie Grace
– Veronica Falcón
## Trivia and expectations
– The set was visited in Ireland, where Cronin shared details about the spooky atmosphere that permeates the filming.
– The official trailer is already circulating, revealing a “terrifying” and “repulsive” vibe.
– The film is part of a reboot of the “The Mummy” franchise, developed by New Line Cinema in partnership with Atomic Monster and Blumhouse.
– Despite the thematic link to “The Death of the Demon”, Cronin promises that “The Mummy’s Curse” will be even more “sick” and impactful.
