The film takes place in 1922, in Egypt. Rick O'Connell (Brendan Fraser), an American adventurer, and Evelyn Carnahan (Rachel Weisz), a librarian, team up with Evelyn's brother Jonathan (John Hannah) to find the tomb of the powerful Egyptian priest Imhotep (Arnold Vosloo). The trio successfully locates the tomb, but they soon discover that Imhotep is not just a ordinary mummy. He was cursed by the gods for his evil deeds, and anyone who disturbs his tomb will face dire consequences.
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