Lee Cronin's The Mummy Finds Second Life on HBO Max
Director Lee Cronin's follow-up to the hit Evil Dead Rise, The Mummy, is heading to HBO Max next week. This could be a crucial second chance for a horror film that struggled to find its audience in theaters. Fans can stream the movie starting July 3, 2026.
The Mummy had a quiet run at the box office, earning just under $100 million worldwide. Critics offered a mixed reception. But with a modest budget, it still managed to turn a profit. Now, free from the pressure of ticket sales, it can finally connect with horror fans who often seek out new scares on streaming platforms.
Cronin, fresh off his acclaimed work on Evil Dead Rise, delivers an audacious and twisted take on one of horror's most iconic monsters. The story centers on a journalist's young daughter who vanishes into the desert, only to return eight years later as a living nightmare. The film boasts a strong creative team, including horror heavyweights James Wan and Jason Blum as producers.
“This could be a crucial second chance for a horror film that struggled to find its audience in theaters.”
Catzye Take
What's interesting here is how many films now find their true audience on streaming, especially in the horror genre. Fans will want to check this out, especially if they enjoyed Cronin's intense work on Evil Dead Rise. It's a low-stakes way to see if this twist on a classic monster lives up to its potential.
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