Top 10 Family-Friendly Mummy Movies

Description: Continuing the story from "The Mummy's Ghost," this film concludes the tale of Kharis. It's less scary and more of an adventure, suitable for family viewing with some mild scares.

Fact: This film was the final entry in Universal's original Mummy series. It introduces the character of Princess Ananka, who was Kharis's love interest.

Description: This action-adventure film follows adventurer Rick O'Connell as he accidentally awakens an ancient mummy, Imhotep. It's a perfect blend of comedy, action, and family-friendly scares.

Fact: The film was inspired by the 1932 film of the same name, but adds a more humorous tone. The mummy's curse in the movie is based on real-life myths about the curse of Tutankhamun.

Description: A sequel that brings back the O'Connell family to face the resurrected Imhotep and the Scorpion King. It's filled with more action, bigger set pieces, and introduces new characters, making it a fun watch for families.

Fact: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson makes his film debut as the Scorpion King. The film was one of the first to use extensive CGI for its action sequences.

Description: The third installment shifts the setting to China, where the O'Connells battle an ancient emperor turned mummy. It's less family-friendly than its predecessors but still offers adventure and spectacle.

Fact: This was the first film in the series not to be directed by Stephen Sommers. It also features a different kind of mummy, focusing on Chinese mythology.

Description: While not exclusively about mummies, this animated film features a mummy character, Murray, and his adventures on a cruise ship. It's a fun, family-friendly film with a diverse cast of monsters.

Fact: This was the first film in the series to be directed by someone other than Genndy Tartakovsky. It includes a musical number featuring Murray the Mummy.

Description: A family is transformed into monsters, including a mummy, by a witch. This animated film provides a light-hearted take on classic monsters, suitable for younger audiences.

Fact: The film features voice acting by Emily Watson and Nick Frost. It was released in several countries with localized voice casts.

Description: Scooby-Doo and the gang travel to Egypt to solve the mystery of a cursed prince's tomb. It's a classic Scooby-Doo adventure with a mummy twist, perfect for kids.

Fact: This was one of the first direct-to-video Scooby-Doo movies to feature a mummy as the main antagonist. The film includes educational elements about Egyptian culture.

Description: Part of Universal's classic monster series, this film follows the mummy Kharis as he seeks his lost love in America. It's a nostalgic piece for older viewers and a fun introduction to classic horror for kids.

Fact: This was the fourth film in Universal's Mummy series. It was the last to feature Lon Chaney Jr. as Kharis.

Description: Hammer Film Productions' take on the mummy legend, focusing on the resurrection of an ancient Egyptian priest. While more horror-oriented, it's still accessible for older children with parental guidance.

Fact: Christopher Lee, known for his role as Dracula, stars as the mummy, Kharis. The film was one of Hammer's most successful horror movies.