10 Monster Movies To Watch For the Ultimate Double Feature With The Mummy

Few films have been as consistently exciting and well-made as the 1999 movie, The Mummy. Starring Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz, it was a fresh take on a classic monster movie from the 1930s. This updated version delivers a thrilling action-adventure story with a timeless romantic element.

With strong performances, exciting action, and a touch of romance, the movie appealed to a wide range of viewers. While it’s a truly standout film, there are plenty of others in the same style that would make a great pairing for a movie night.

Underworld Was Another Monster Movie Romance

One of the things that makes The Mummy successful is its blend of a classic monster movie with a modern love story. Underworld followed a similar formula, but with a darker, leather-clad style. This action-packed film centers on Selene, a vampire who’s caught in a fierce battle against the rapidly decreasing population of werewolves.

This movie is a smart action film driven by a central love story. When Selene falls for human Michael, their relationship puts everything at risk. The most compelling action movies often use thrilling adventures to explore themes of love.

Van Helsing Also Brought Universal Monsters to the Big Screen

I have to say, even though the story of Van Helsing didn’t quite grab me, the movie is just so stylish! It came out around the time Hugh Jackman was really becoming known for action roles, and he totally delivered as the monster hunter. It’s a really cool period piece, bringing together classic characters like Dracula, Frankenstein’s monster, and the Wolf Man.

Interestingly, Hugh Jackman’s character is revealed to be the reincarnation of the angel Gabriel. Despite this surprising twist, the movie maintains a lively pace and plenty of humor, making it a thoroughly enjoyable adventure.

The Invisible Man Is a Modern Take on a Classic Monster

Leigh Whannell’s The Invisible Man is a darker film than The Mummy, but it continues the recent trend of updating classic Universal monsters. The story tackles the serious issue of domestic abuse, with Elisabeth Moss playing Cecelia, a woman who believes her abusive ex-boyfriend is still alive and tormenting her, despite reports of his death.

A brilliant inventor uses his latest creation to manipulate Cecelia, pushing her to the brink of losing her mind. The film isn’t a love story, but a smart reimagining of a classic theme for today’s world.

The Bride! Is As Fun As Intended

In the same year Guillermo del Toro’s beautiful and emotional Frankenstein came out, Maggie Gyllenhaal took a different approach. Taking inspiration from the classic Bride of Frankenstein, she directed a film that offers a feminist perspective on the story. It’s an intriguing mix of Frankenstein and Bonnie and Clyde, and actually shares some similarities with the dynamic between Evie and Rick in The Mummy.

Jake Gyllenhaal points out that the film tackles complex ideas, and Jessie Buckley’s character embodies them perfectly. The story of the Bride of Frankenstein has always been a bit unsettling, because she was never given a choice in her own fate. But this version of the story finally lets her express what she wants.

Hellboy Is a Supernatural Romance for the Ages

Despite several attempts to bring Mike Mignola’s Hellboy to the big screen, none have fully matched the feel of the original comic books. However, Guillermo del Toro’s 2004 film stands out as a celebration of classic monsters. It stars Ron Perlman as Hellboy, a demon who arrived on Earth as a child from a hellish dimension.

Hellboy follows a team of investigators dealing with supernatural creatures. The demon Hellboy, along with his close-knit team, battles Nazis bent on global destruction, and also finds romance with Liz, who can control fire. If you enjoy movies like The Mummy, this exciting blend of action and adventure is for you.

The Faculty Modernizes Invasion of the Body Snatchers

Like the classic film Invasion of the Body Snatchers, The Faculty is a ’90s update of a familiar story. Featuring a cast of rising stars like Elijah Wood and Shawn Hatosy, the movie is set in a regular high school where the teachers begin behaving oddly. A small group of students figures out that they’re the only ones who can stop an alien queen from taking over the planet.

I absolutely loved The Faculty! It takes everything we know and love about classic alien invasion stories and gives it such a fun, modern twist. The way Zeke’s little drug lab unexpectedly became the key to figuring out who was an alien was brilliant – a really clever nod to other films, too. It really shows why these updated takes on familiar stories work so well, and it’s just a blast to watch.

Cabin in the Woods Has More Monsters Than Anything Else

I’m a huge fan of The Cabin in the Woods – it’s seriously one of the most overlooked horror movies from the 2010s! It actually sat on the shelf for a while after it was made, but thankfully it started to gain a following, especially once everyone knew Chris Hemsworth (aka Thor!) was in it. What I love is how it takes the typical ‘teens in a cabin’ horror setup and completely flips it on its head – it’s so clever!

The Cabin in the Woods is a clever horror film that both subverts and celebrates classic tropes. Fans of The Mummy will appreciate its humor, and the movie features an unprecedented number of monsters all in one place.

Dog Soldiers Doesn’t Pull Its Punches

Neil Marshall is well-known for The Descent, but his earlier film, Dog Soldiers, is also worth watching. Where The Descent features an almost entirely female cast, Dog Soldiers takes a different approach. The movie explores themes of harmful masculinity by placing its characters in a terrifying situation – hunted by werewolves.

I absolutely love Dog Soldiers! It’s such a fun ride – a group of soldiers up in Scotland are doing some training, and things get wildly off course when they stumble into the home of a werewolf family. There are moments that are just hilarious, like when Spoon tries to take on a werewolf with nothing but his fists! It’s a really entertaining movie.

Nosferatu Has a Haunting Villain at Its Center

I’ve always been a fan of Robert Eggers – he clearly loves dark and unsettling stories. But his latest film really struck me as sharing a lot with The Mummy, surprisingly enough! While it’s a more straightforward horror film, compared to The Mummy‘s blend of action and adventure, both stories center around a powerful, supernatural villain who becomes fixated on a young woman from that era. It’s a fascinating parallel, actually.

He relentlessly torments her loved ones until she feels she has no choice but to submit. While the outcome is even more grim than the movie The Mummy, it still delivers plenty of excitement.

The Mummy Returns Is An Obvious Choice

As a fan, I think The Mummy Returns is the perfect follow-up to The Mummy. It’s great to see Evie and Rick back together, and I appreciate that the movie acknowledges time has passed. It works really well as a continuation of the story, but also feels like it can be enjoyed even if you haven’t seen the first one.

Ten years after their first adventure, Rick and Evie are now parents to their bright and inquisitive son, Alex, who seems to be following in their footsteps. The movie is just as exciting as the original, with great acting and fascinating ideas about past lives.

2026-04-15 23:45