After more than two decades, 'Austin Powers' is officially heading back to theaters. The spy comedy series, which first launched in 1997, is set for a fourth film 24 years after its last installment. According to Page Six, star and creator Mike Myers confirmed the sequel while attending Trevor Noah’s World Cup Watch Party this week. The actor kept it brief but left little doubt about the project’s status. For fans of the shagadelic secret agent, it was the clearest sign yet that the franchise is moving forward.
Mike Myers Gives a One-Word Answer
The moment came when a fan asked the actor if another sequel was finally on the way. “yes,” said Mike Myers according to Page Six. That short reply was the only firm update offered at the event, and Myers did not expand on plot details, casting plans, or a production timeline. Even so, the answer carries weight because he has spent years dodging direct confirmation. This time, there was no teasing around the edges. The fourth film now appears to be an active plan rather than a rumor tied to nostalgia.
The Spy Comedy Built a Lasting Legacy
The franchise began with 'Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery' in 1997, followed by 'Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me' in 1999 and 'Austin Powers in Goldmember' in 2002. Across the trilogy, Myers played Austin Powers, Dr. Evil, Fat Bastard, and Goldmember, turning the series into a showcase for his broad comic range. The films spoofed classic spy adventures while building their own absurd world of catchphrases, outrageous villains, and celebrity cameos. Tom Cruise, Gwyneth Paltrow, Britney Spears, and Beyoncé all appeared across the run.
Box Office Success Still Shapes the Return
The numbers help explain why the property still matters in Hollywood. The three films earned a combined $676 million worldwide and collected more than 20 awards, along with an Oscar nomination for best makeup. The second movie also helped produce a Grammy-winning song when Madonna recorded “Beautiful Stranger” for the soundtrack. That commercial and cultural reach gave the series a long afterlife on cable, streaming, and home video. A new installment arrives with built-in recognition, even for viewers who were not around for the original theatrical releases.
Dr. Evil May Play a Bigger Role
Myers had hinted at the comeback before, but never this directly. Earlier this year, he suggested the next chapter could shift perspective in a fresh way. “I can neither confirm nor deny the existence or non-existence of such a project … It’s likely to be from Dr. Evil’s point of view,” Mike Myers told Entertainment Tonight. That comment now reads less like a joke and more like an early clue. If that idea sticks, the event could bring back one of the franchise’s most popular characters in a central role.
