Universal City, California, June 18, 2001 -- The year's first record-breaking theatrical blockbuster smash, The Mummy Returns, explodes into the marketplace on VHS and DVD on October 2, 2001. Featuring spectacular visual effects and edge-of-your-seat thrills, The Mummy Returns reunites original cast members Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz, Arnold Vosloo, and John Hannah, and introduces World Wrestling Federation sensation The Rock in his feature film debut. The Mummy Returns VHS will be priced at $22.98 suggested retail and the DVD, in both widescreen and full frame versions, at $26.98 SRP. Pre-order close dates for VHS and DVD is August 14, 2001.