User blog:ARTaylor/20 Years of The Mummy

Today marks the twentieth anniversary of the premiere of The Mummy. The film is a remake of the 1932 classic monster movie and the first in a new series. The film follows a group of archeologists who find an ancient city and accidentally resurrect a disgraced priest who uses his accursed powers to try to take over the world.

The film was a moderate success with critics but a hit at the box office, being the sixth highest grossing film of the year. The film was nominated for numerous awards, including an Academy Award. The success of the film inspired a significant franchise including two direct sequels, five prequels spinning out of the second film, an animated series, numerous video games, and a theme park ride.

The film features the talents of Oded Fehr as Ardeth Bay, a member of the ancient order of Medjai who seek to protect the city and stop the release of the priest.