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Lee Cronin's The Mummy (2026) follows a family's distress after their daughter returns eight years following her mysterious disappearance in the desert.
Lee Cronin's The Mummy arrives with a 7.8 TMDB score and a 6.1 IMDb rating. This horror-mystery film holds a 47/100 Metacritic score.
Review roundup, not a personal review. Scores and audience reviews were checked on November 15, 2026. Spoiler-free.
- TMDB audience score: 7.8/10 (2865 votes)
- IMDb: 6.1/10 (74,729 votes)
- Metacritic: 47/100
- Runtime: 2 h 13 min (133 minutes)
- Budget and revenue (TMDB): $22,000,000 budget, $90,552,113 revenue (4.1x)
- Rank among 2026 releases: about #22 of 93
Lee Cronin's The Mummy Trailer
Official trailer via YouTube. Watch on YouTube
How Lee Cronin's The Mummy Stacks Up
- Among the 93 English-language movies released in 2026 with at least 500 TMDB votes, Lee Cronin's The Mummy ranks about #22 by audience score, roughly the top 24 percent.
- Within horror alone, it ranks about #2 of 26 in the same group.
The film ranks in the top 24 percent of English-language movies released in 2026 with 500 or more TMDB votes. Within the horror genre specifically, it holds a strong position as the second-ranked film out of 26 in that category. The mixed reception is reflected in the contrast between audience scores and the lower Metacritic evaluation.
Critics vs Audiences
- IMDb 6.1/10 equals 61 on a 100-point scale, while Metacritic is 47/100, a gap of 14 points in favor of audiences.
- TMDB audiences give it 7.8/10 across 2865 votes.
Different sites measure different things. IMDb and TMDB scores average votes from registered users. The Rotten Tomatoes percentage is the share of critic reviews counted as positive, not an average grade. Metacritic converts reviews into a weighted average out of 100. A title can score high on one and lower on another, so look at all of them together.
What Reviewers Are Saying
This section is based on 8 recent audience reviews posted on TMDB, which rate it 6.8/10 on average (4 positive, 3 mixed, 1 negative among 8 rated reviews). It is a small sample and not the whole audience.
What reviewers praise
- Several TMDB reviewers noted the film features a "phenomenal sound design" that helps build a heavy sense of dread.
- Some reviewers mentioned the movie offers a "slow-burn, atmospheric tragedy" that functions as its own distinct monster story.
What reviewers criticize
- Several TMDB reviewers felt the narrative "falls flat" and gets lost in itself during the second half.
- Some reviewers stated the film is "not scary or memorable" and found the plot uninteresting in its execution.
The reviews behind this summary
| Posted | Rating | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04 | 4/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2026-04 | 6/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2026-05 | 5/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2026-05 | 5/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2026-05 | 8/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2026-05 | 9/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
What Is Lee Cronin's The Mummy About? (Spoiler-Free)
After a journalist's daughter vanishes in Egypt, the family is devastated for eight years. Her sudden return triggers a series of terrifying events for the household.
Lee Cronin's The Mummy at a Glance
Cast and Characters
- Jack Reynor as Charlie Cannon
- Laia Costa as Larissa Cannon
- May Calamawy as Detective Dalia Zaki
- Natalie Grace as Katie Cannon
- Shylo Molina as Sebastián Cannon
- Billie Roy as Maud Cannon
- Veronica Falcón as Carmen Santiago
- Hayat Kamille as The Magician
Behind the Camera
| Music by | Stephen McKeon |
|---|---|
| Cinematography | Dave Garbett |
| Editing | Bryan Shaw |
| Producers | James Wan, Jason Blum, Michael Clear, Judson Scott |
The Cast and Crew’s Track Record
Lee Cronin (director): recent films
| Film | Year | TMDB score |
|---|---|---|
| Evil Dead Rise | 2023 | 6.9/10 |
| The Hole in the Ground | 2019 | 5.7/10 |
Average across these 2 films: 6.3/10 on TMDB.
Director Lee Cronin's previous two projects average 6.3/10 on TMDB. The primary cast members, including Jack Reynor, Laia Costa, and May Calamawy, maintain recent project averages between 6.8 and 7.1/10.
Other recent work from the lead cast of Lee Cronin's The Mummy (since 2020):
| Actor | Recent project | Type | Role | TMDB score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Reynor avg 7.1/10 | Citadel (2023) | TV | James Hutch | 6.9/10 |
| The Peripheral (2022) | TV | Burton Fisher | 7.6/10 | |
| The Perfect Couple (2024) | TV | Thomas Winbury | 6.7/10 | |
| Power Ballad (2026) | Movie | Mac | 7.1/10 | |
| Laia Costa avg 6.8/10 | Collision Course (2026) | Movie | Carla Mencía | 6.4/10 |
| The Wheel of Time (2021) | TV | Moghedien | 7.6/10 | |
| Devils (2020) | TV | Sofia Flores | 7.3/10 | |
| Soulmates (2020) | TV | Libby Ozbek | 6.0/10 | |
| May Calamawy avg 6.9/10 | Moon Knight (2022) | TV | Layla El-Faouly | 7.6/10 |
| Gladiator II (2024) | Movie | Macrinus' Companion (uncredited) | 6.6/10 | |
| Together Together (2021) | Movie | Carly | 6.3/10 |
Budget and Box Office
TMDB lists a production budget of $22,000,000 and worldwide revenue of $90,552,113, about 4.1 times the budget. These figures are as reported on TMDB and may be incomplete or not adjusted for marketing costs.
Release Timeline (US)
| Release | Date |
|---|---|
| Premiere | Apr 9, 2026 |
| Theatrical release | Apr 17, 2026 |
| Digital release | May 19, 2026 |
| Digital release | Jul 3, 2026 |
| TV release | Jul 4, 2026 |
| Physical release | Jul 14, 2026 |
Where to Watch (US)
| Streaming | HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max |
|---|---|
| Rent | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Plex |
| Buy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home |
Availability data from TMDB (provided by JustWatch), checked November 15, 2026. It changes often.
The Bottom Line
The film maintains a 133-minute runtime and carries an R rating. It occupies a polarized space between genre enthusiasts and those critical of its pacing.
It may suit you if:
- Viewers interested in atmospheric horror and slow-burn mystery stories set against supernatural backdrops.
- Fans of monster mythos who prefer dread over traditional jump scares.
You might skip it if:
- Audiences who dislike possession tropes or are looking for a fast-paced action-adventure Mummy film.
Movies Like Lee Cronin's The Mummy
| Title | TMDB score | About |
|---|---|---|
| Until Dawn (2025) | 6.2/10 | One year after her sister Melanie mysteriously disappeared, Clover and her friends head into the remote valley where she vanished in search of… |
| The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021) | 7.3/10 | Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren encounter what would become one of the most sensational cases from their files. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMDb rating of Lee Cronin's The Mummy?
On November 15, 2026 the IMDb rating was 6.1/10 from 74,729 votes. It changes as people vote.
Is Lee Cronin's The Mummy one of the best-rated 2026 movies?
By TMDB audience score it ranks about #22 of 93 English-language titles with at least 500 votes, as of November 15, 2026.
How long is Lee Cronin's The Mummy?
Lee Cronin's The Mummy runs 2 h 13 min (133 minutes), according to TMDB.
Who stars in Lee Cronin's The Mummy?
Jack Reynor, Laia Costa, May Calamawy, Natalie Grace, Shylo Molina.
Data checked on November 15, 2026. Movie and TV data from TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Ratings via OMDb (IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic) where shown. Audience reviews belong to their authors on TMDB. Scores change over time; check the source for the latest numbers.
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