7 Franchises That Hollywood Needs To Stop Milking

7) The Mummy

Look, as much as some may not want to admit it, the 1999 Brendan Fraser-led The Mummy was a thoroughly invigorating experience: a true adventure classic that introduced exotic locations, groundbreaking CGI and a subtle dash of self-awareness. Heck, years before that, the 1932 version of The Mummy stunned audiences as well with yet another top performance from famed monster actor Boris Karloff.

But it’s a series that relies on throwing its all behind a single storyline. Once you get past the initial mummy encounter, it becomes redundant to have a new mummy conveniently show up with each sequel. Perhaps that’s the reason The Mummy Returns, The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, The Scorpion King, and the 2017 reboot have all felt lacking in something.

As not even Tom Cruise’s charms could resuscitate interest in the property, let it be put to the rest now.