Austin Powers 4 Is Officially Confirmed — Mike Myers Says Yes After 24-Year Wait

Austin Powers 4 Is Finally Happening — And Mike Myers Just Confirmed It

If you grew up quoting Austin Powers in middle school hallways, this one's for you. After more than two decades of rumors, near-misses, and fan petitions, Mike Myers has officially confirmed that Austin Powers 4 is happening. The answer came with a single word — "Yes" — and it's already sending the internet into a nostalgia-fueled frenzy.

How We Got the Confirmation

The bombshell dropped during an appearance on Trevor Noah's World Cup Watch Party in June 2026. When a fan asked Noah, "Are we ever going to see an Austin Powers 4?" Myers didn't hesitate, didn't dodge, and didn't give his usual "neither confirm nor deny" response. He just said yes. Noah himself was stunned, responding, "Wow, that was a quick yes."

This marks a dramatic shift from Myers' previous stance. Back in 2024, when asked about a fourth film, he refused to give a straight answer. But something clearly changed between then and now — and the timing is no coincidence.

The Verizon Commercial That Started It All

Just days before the confirmation, Verizon released a Super Bowl-caliber commercial on June 16 that basically served as a mini reunion special. Directed by Jay Roach — who helmed all three original Austin Powers films — the ad featured Myers reprising his iconic role as Dr. Evil, alongside a who's-who of returning cast members:

• Seth Green as Scott Evil, Dr. Evil's son
• Rob Lowe as Young Number 2
• Mindy Sterling as Frau Farbissina

In the ad, Dr. Evil pitches "Menace Mobile," a communications company with "the most confusing pricing and plans of all time." It's peak Dr. Evil energy, and Verizon's SVP of creative and brand design, Ricardo Aspiazu, nailed it when he said: "Dr. Evil is a permanent fixture in modern culture. The memes, catchphrases, and GIFs still flood social media across all generations."

What We Know About Austin Powers 4 So Far

While Myers hasn't shared plot details, he's actually had a clear vision for years. In a 2007 interview with IGN, Myers revealed he had a "fully conceived idea" for the fourth film — and it would be told from Dr. Evil's perspective rather than Austin's. He repeated that sentiment in 2019, suggesting the sequel would tilt the balance more toward the villain than the hero.

The franchise has earned over $676 million across three films: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997), The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999), and Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002). Goldmember alone pulled in $296.9 million on a $63 million budget, proving the franchise's massive commercial appeal.

One major emotional hurdle remains: Verne Troyer, who played Mini-Me, passed away in 2018. Actor Clint Howard (Radar Operator Johnson Ritter) told The Hollywood Reporter that Myers reportedly said he'd "never do another Austin Powers movie without Verne." Director Jay Roach also said the team wanted to include "some kind of tribute" to Troyer if a fourth film ever materialized. Time, it seems, may have finally healed that wound.

Myers is currently gearing up for another major franchise return with Shrek 5, so his plate is full. But with both Myers and Roach reportedly unattached to other projects right now, the stars might finally be aligning for the grooviest comeback in Hollywood history.

The Bottom Line

Austin Powers 4 is real. We don't have a release date, a script, or a confirmed cast list beyond the Verizon commercial reunion. But after 24 years, a simple "yes" from Mike Myers is enough to make any fan who memorized the "one million dollars" scene feel very, very seen. Baby, yeah.