Jack Reynor is cast in Lee Cronin's The Mummy remake, and the internet is already unrolling like an ancient scroll. With Reynor entering the realm of cursed tombs and supernatural mayhem, the fans are asking: Will he be fleeing from undead terror or inadvertently waking them up?
Either way, one thing is for sure: The Mummy is back, and Hollywood just can't help but dig up this franchise for another go. However, reportedly, Jack Reynor is not in any title role. As soon as the news came out, someone took to his X account and commented:
"Who needs another Mummy. Nope."
As rumors of The Mummy remake broke out, someone on X did not waste time to close it down, citing that the world doesn't need another. As Jack Reynor ventures into the tomb, others are looking forward to it with enthusiasm, and some are already preparing for the next ancient curse - in the form of unnecessary remakes.
Whichever direction this movie takes and either brings back to life or buries underneath past remakes, one thing's certain - Hollywood will never let this mummy rest in peace.
The internet has uncovered some solid opinions regarding The Mummy remake, and let's just say - fans are responding like they just opened a cursed tomb.
Some are excited to see Jack Reynor battle the undead, while others are eager to wrap this franchise up once and for all. Let's explore the best fan reactions before Hollywood announces another reboot.
Netizens have reacted as Jack Reynor joins Lee Cronin’s ‘The Mummy’ remake
Some people brought the jokes, turning the remake news into a full-on comedy roast. Others just jumped in to say something - because when Hollywood revives a franchise, the internet never stays silent:
"Just make sure he DOES NOT READ FROM THE BOOK!!!!," a user @jonesvibesonly hilariously commented with a GIF:
"Really ? Another one ?," another user @CunningSc175420 hilariously commented.
"A remake of a remake of a remake of an adaptation," a netizen @TMatt88220 sarcastically expressed.
Some people cracked jokes, while others chimed in just to be part of the chaos - because when a franchise gets revived, so do the internet's opinions:
"The Dark Universe lives on!," a folk @jonmcbrine commented.
"They won’t stop till every single IP we love is dead," a user @onBrandVibes commented.
"I hope he gets a redemption with this movie," a netizen @Real17Iz sarcastically wrote.
Some fans commended the casting, looking forward to seeing Reynor play in the movie. Others are simply hoping that this remake will not be as cursed as the previous one:
"Interesting choice! Jack Reynor could bring a fresh energy to the role," a user @axlrose995 commented.
"Thrilled to see Jack Reynor cast in Lee Cronin's The Mummy Can't wait," a netizen @imalways_Vicky wrote.
Whether they're stoked, dubious, or simply here for the memes, the Mummy remake has already caused a ruckus. With Jack Reynor joining the fray, it's only a matter of time before we discover whether this reboot will be a treasure buried deep or another Hollywood relic. Either way, one thing's for sure - this franchise will never remain dead for long.
The remake of The Mummy will be released on April 17, 2026.
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