More than 20 years later, Austin Powers is back!

• Mike Myers Attends Trevor Noah's World Cup Watch Party.
• He says “Yes!” to a fourth Austin Powers movie.
• A commercial featuring Dr. Evil.
• Impressive box office numbers.

More than two decades after his last appearance on the big screen, Austin Powers could soon be back in action.

According to Mike Myers himself, a new installment in the popular parody spy franchise is in the works, reigniting enthusiasm among fans of the iconic character.

As a guest on the special episode of Trevor Noah's World Cup Watch Party, Mike Myers was asked by a fan about the possibility of a fourth film in the popular franchise.

When asked, “Will we ever see Austin Powers 4?”, the actor didn't hesitate for a second before simply replying, “Yes!”

This brief but unequivocal response immediately sparked excitement among the audience. Trevor Noah himself was amused by the speed of the confirmation. Myers, however, did not provide any further details about the project, whether regarding the plot, the cast, or a potential release date.

Dr. Evil was back even sooner!

Mike Myers recently surprised fans by reprising his iconic role as Dr. Evil in a new Verizon commercial.

More than twenty years after the last film in the Austin Powers franchise, seeing the famous villain reappear on screen immediately sparked nostalgia among fans and fueled speculation about a possible return of the series. With his absurd humor, memorable lines, and inimitable appearance, Dr. Evil remains one of the most popular characters in the saga.

One thing seems certain: Dr. Evil's return in this commercial will likely not be the last time fans see the cult characters who left their mark on comedy at the turn of the 2000s.

Recent statements by Mike Myers also suggest that a fourth film is indeed in the works.

A financial no-brainer!

Launched in 1997 with Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, the Austin Powers franchise quickly became a cultural phenomenon thanks to its offbeat humor and numerous parodies of spy movies.

Created by Mike Myers, who plays several characters in the series—including Austin Powers and Dr. Evil—the franchise has left its mark on the global film landscape.

The three films in the series enjoyed growing box-office success.

The first film grossed nearly 68 million U.S. dollars worldwide, while The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999) surpassed 310 million U.S. dollars.

The third installment, Goldmember (2002), remains the most lucrative, with more than 296 million U.S. dollars in worldwide box office receipts.

In total, the franchise has generated over 675 million US dollars at the box office, not including revenue from merchandise, video sales, and television broadcasts.

In the meantime, there's Shrek 5!

In addition to confirming the potential return of Austin Powers, Mike Myers is also set to reunite with one of his most popular characters. The actor will once again lend his voice to the green ogre in Shrek 5, whose first trailer was recently unveiled by DreamWorks and Universal Pictures.

Highly anticipated by fans of the franchise, this sequel will mark the return of several members of the original cast, including Eddie Murphy as Donkey and Cameron Diaz as Fiona.

The first images quickly sparked excitement on social media, rekindling nostalgia among viewers who grew up with the animated series.

Shrek 5 is currently scheduled for release on June 30, 2027.

More than fifteen years after the fourth film, this new adventure is one of the most anticipated animated projects of the coming years and could be a massive hit at the global box office.