It failed spectacularly, but the cinematic universe that wanted to compete with the MCU is back

Universal Pictures is trying to revitalize its failed attempt to create a cinematic universe known as Dark Universe with a new approach for one of its most iconic franchises: The Mummy. The original project, which featured a star-studded cast including Tom Cruise, failed miserably despite its large budget. The Mummy, released in 2017 under the direction of Alex Kurtzman, received a disastrous 15% on Rotten Tomatoes, being criticized for its lack of identity and tonal coherence.

Is the second time the charm?

That movie, which aimed to kick off an interconnected universe of classic monsters, ended up being a failed attempt to reflect the foundations of the successful Marvel Cinematic Universe. Although Tom Cruise played a treasure hunter facing an ancient princess, the story was considered more of a vehicle for the actor than a proper adventure. Its box office gross of just over 400 million dollars was not enough to justify its production, leading Universal to abort plans for the Dark Universe, except for the successful adaptation of The Invisible Man.

However, recent reports indicate that Universal Pictures, in collaboration with Blumhouse and Atomic Monster, has begun production on a new version of The Mummy in Ireland. This proposal promises a completely renewed approach that is disconnected from previous adaptations. With director and screenwriter Lee Cronin at the helm, the new project will feature a cast that includes Laia Costa, Jack Reynor, May Calamawy, Veronica Falcon, and Mai Elghety.

The exact plot has not yet been revealed, but the new version promises to bring a fresh air to the story, moving away from the previous approach. Expectations are rising among genre fans and filmmakers, who see this attempt as an opportunity to repair the legacy of The Mummy in the history of horror cinema.

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