Night at the Museum: Kahmunrah Rises Again 2022

Larry's Disturbance

The story begins with Larry Daley, who is just passing through the American Museum of Natural History, becoming quite alarmed by the unexpected actions of the museum exhibits. His panic is met with disapproval from the ghostly figures of Theodore Roosevelt and Sacagawea, who appear from the shadows, signaling that Larry's son, Nick, should take over the guard position.

Nick's Aspirations

Nick is introduced as he wrestles with his dreams of performing at his school's jazz recital. Despite his teacher, Ms. Montefusco’s encouragement, Nick feels inadequate, believing he has fallen short in his musical endeavors.

Father's Encouragement

Larry attempts to bolster Nick's spirits and encourages him to step into the guarding role. He reassures Nick that while he will be covering for him at home, he will also take on exciting responsibilities at the museum in Japan during the summer.

Reuniting with Friends

After accepting his father's suggestion, Nick reconnects with his eclectic group of friends, which includes Rexy, Attila, and Joan of Arc. Assigned to secure the basement storage room, Nick soon feels overwhelmed by the eerie atmosphere and decides to barricade the door and make a hasty exit.

Kahmunrah's Escape

During this chaotic period, the villainous Kahmunrah manages to escape from captivity, seizing the magical tablet that animates the museum's exhibits. He plots to take over the world, resulting in a frantic chase around the museum as he skillfully evades capture.

Joan's Vision

Outside the museum, Joan receives a vision that reveals Kahmunrah's intention to head to the Museum of Natural Art, which is featuring a significant exhibition on the Temple of Dendur. This prompts the gang to embark on a frantic pursuit to prevent him from carrying out his plans.

Chasing Through Art

The gang arrives at the Museum of Natural Art, where they confront the challenges posed by Kahmunrah and his ally, Seth, the God of Chaos. The duo uses their powers to thwart Nick and his friends, creating a chaotic scene in the art gallery.

Portal to Egypt

In a surprising turn of events, the group discovers a painting that serves as a portal to ancient Egypt. They dive into the painting, starting a thrilling journey down the Nile River, where Nick grapples with feelings of inadequacy in capturing Kahmunrah.

Regaining Confidence

As dawn breaks, Nick begins to lose hope in his ability to catch Kahmunrah. However, encouraged by his friends, he manages to regain his confidence, bolstered by their camaraderie and support through this daunting challenge.

Temple of Dendur Showdown

The decisive confrontation takes place at the Temple of Dendur. Navigating dangerous traps, Nick and his friends face Kahmunrah and Seth, who are determined to use the tablet to summon an army of jackals. The stakes are high as chaos erupts in the temple.

Defeating the Villains

In a climactic moment, Nick confronts his insecurities and devises a bold plan to reverse the notes necessary to harness the tablet's power. This surprising move dispels the chaos created by Seth and Kahmunrah's jackal minions, leading to their defeat.

Narrow Escape

With the supernatural threats vanquished, Nick and his friends make a daring escape from the temple just as sunrise approaches. The newfound light symbolizes their triumph, marking the end of their harrowing adventure.

Discovering the Poster's Significance

In the aftermath of their victory, Nick recalls a mysterious poster of the museum that Sacagawea had given him earlier. Realizing its importance, he rallies his friends for a hasty retreat back to their world, evading the dangers of the rising sun.

Nick's Audition

With his confidence restored, Nick decides to audition once more for the jazz recital. This time, he performs with exceptional skill, resonating with both his aspirations and newfound self-belief, leading to a successful outcome.