When it comes to theUniversal Monsters, the first ghoulish creatures to come to mind are Dracula, Frankenstein’s Monster or The Wolf Man. Especially in those early horror days for the studio. However, as the decades have gone on, one Universal classic is finally getting the recognition it deserves. That would be1932’sThe Mummyfrom directorKarl Freund. The almost 100-year-old film starringBoris Karloffas the title-monster came to4K Blu-rayfor the first time last year. Now it’s getting a killer 4K steelbook just in time for Halloween.
TheWalmart exclusive 4K/Blu-ray/Digital combo pack steelbook features stunning black and white artwork of Karloff’s Mummy leaving his tomb with the interior including iconic shots from the film. This is the exact same steelbook design that was released in the 2010s, but that was only a Blu-ray edition.The Mummynow joins his fellow monstersDracula(1931) andFrankenstein(1931)in this spooky 4K steelbook release. Other Universal Monster movies likeThe Wolf Man(1941) were also a part of this original steelbook series, so it’ll be interesting to see if they will re-release that gothic nightmare in a 4K steelbook as well. It does seem likely asLeigh Whannell’sWolf Manremake for Blumhouse and Universal is debuting this January. This newMummysteelbook will feature the same special features as its previous 4K slipcover edition.
What’s ‘The Mummy’ About?
The Mummyisn’t quite the toilet paper monster horror fans would come to love.This story follows a group ofarchaeologistsafter they accidentally awaken the ancient Egyptian Prince Imhotep. However, this monster quickly ditches his wrappings for the high society lifestyle as he goes on a quest to find his lost love. When Imhotep thinks he’s found her reincarnated in a young woman named Hele, his obsessive madness and murder ensues.Unlike thesequels and reboots/remakesthat would follow, the 1932 film has more in common with slashers likeHalloweenandA Nightmare On Elm Streetthan the franchise’s traditional grunting killing machine. The slasher era of the 80s and 90s owes a lot toThe Mummy’s success. Karloff, best known for Frankenstein’s Monster, also gets to flex his acting chops here with a menacing performance for the ages. WhileBrendan Fraser’sMummytrilogyhas eclipsed its original inspiration in popularity, this original killing spree’s creepy atmosphere alone is enough to make you feel trapped in an Egyptian tomb of your own creation.
Where Can You Stream ‘The Mummy’?
The Mummyisn’t available to watch on any streaming service, but you can rent it on all major paid VOD platforms like Fandango at Home. This newWalmart exclusive 4Kis currently up for pre-order on theirwebsitefor $26.96 USD.The Mummywill be released on July 12, 2025, both online and in Walmart stores.
