The Mummy (Universal) Collection
A Universal Production film series beginning with The Mummy in 1932 and followed by four sequels up to 1944.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The The Mummy (Universal) Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 12 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 5 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 5.8/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 5.8. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," The Mummy (Universal) Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with The Mummy standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.
Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal
Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the The Mummy (Universal) Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the The Mummy (Universal) Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
The Mummy
An ancient Egyptian priest named Imhotep is revived when a British archaeological expedition finds his mummy and one of the researchers accidentally reads an an...
The Mummy's Hand
A couple of young, out-of-work archaeologists in Egypt discover evidence of the burial place of the ancient Egyptian princess Ananka. After receiving funding fr...
The Mummy's Tomb
A high priest of Karnak travels to America with the living mummy Kharis (Lon Chaney Jr.) to kill all those who had desecrated the tomb of the Egyptian princess ...
The Mummy's Ghost
An Egyptian high priest travels to America to reclaim the bodies of ancient Egyptian princess Ananka and her living guardian mummy Kharis. Learning that Ananka'...
The Mummy's Curse
After being buried in quicksand for the past 25 years, Kharis is set free to roam the rural bayous of Louisiana, as is the soul of his beloved Princess Ananka, ...
Common Questions about The Mummy (Universal) Collection
How many movies are in the The Mummy (Universal) Collection?
There are currently 5 movies in the The Mummy (Universal) Collection, starting from The Mummy to the latest release, The Mummy's Curse.
What is the best order to watch the The Mummy (Universal) Collection?
The best way to watch the The Mummy (Universal) Collection is usually in release order: starting with The Mummy and ending with The Mummy's Curse. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the The Mummy (Universal) Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for The Mummy in this franchise.