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Mike Myers Spills on Highly Anticipated Austin Powers Update

Getty Images / Getty Images Austin Powers star Mike Myers has confirmed the production of another sequel to the film series. When asked by a fan on Trevor Noah’s You Tube series, World Cup Watch Party, if there would be a fourth movie, Myers responded with a quick and assuring “yes.” “Wow, that was...

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The Daily BeastNews report · Jun 17, 4:24 PM

Mike Myers Spills on Highly Anticipated Austin Powers Update

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Getty Images / Getty Images Austin Powers star Mike Myers has confirmed the production of another sequel to the film series. When asked by a fan on Trevor Noah’s You Tube series, World Cup...

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The Washington TimesNews report · Jun 17, 4:51 PM

Mike Myers confirms 'Austin Powers 4' is in the works

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Mike Myers has given fans of the long-dormant spy spoof franchise the answer they have been waiting for: a fourth "Austin Powers" film is happening.

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