'Kingsman' Actress Sofia Boutella to Star in 'The Mummy' Relaunch
Tue, December 8, 2015 
We're getting a new Mummy movie, and now he's a she.
Kingsman: The Secret Service breakout actress, Sofia Boutella, is in final negotiations with Universal to take on the legendary horror role.
Alex Kurtzman (People Like Us) will direct what is expected to be the launch of a new monster movie universe. Jon Spaihts (Prometheus) wrote the script.
With the 'cinematic universe' trend becoming studios' go to nowadays, it's not surprising to hear the idea of bringing horror icons such as Dracula, Frankenstein and the Invisible Man into the modern age. Taking the route of going female with what's always been a male character for the Mummy is certainly a fresh take.
While I did not see Kingsman, I've heard Boutella really stole the show so I think her being picked is a great choice for the up-and-comer.
On top of all this, word is that none other than Tom Cruise is being courted to play the male lead in The Mummy. His role would be that of an ex-Navy SEAL who goes to battle with the resurrected creature.
The film is set for a March 24th, 2017 release date.
We'll keep you posted for more as it becomes available.
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