One of the Most Iconic Comedy Movies Ever Is Getting a Fourth Chapter and Yes, I’m Screaming

For a quick refresher, Austin Powers is the satirical spy comedy universe Myers created, where he famously plays both the groovy British super spy Austin Powers and his equally iconic villain counterpart, Dr. Evil. The series kicked off with International Man of Mystery in 1997, followed by The Spy Who Shagged Me in 1999, and Goldmember in 2002.

In a media landscape packed with heavy true crime docs, intense psychological thrillers, and endless rom-coms (all of which I thoroughly indulge in as well), this goofy, self-aware comedy comeback feels kind of refreshing. It is also interesting to imagine how a new installment would even work after more than twenty years away from the big screen.

Myers has not shared anything about plot details, casting, or timing, so it is all very much still under wraps. That said, he is currently appearing as Austin Powers again in a new Verizon commercial, which, if you ask me, is more than just a fun throwback, but perhaps an easter egg that a fourth installment could be here soon than later.