After decades of silence—and a largely forgotten sequel—The Mask 3 emerges as a deliriously inventive revival of the chaotic cartoon-comedy legacy. The new installment, with titles floated such as The Mask 3: Rise of Loki or Return of Loki, appears poised to meld the original’s anarchic energy with mythological mischief and modern stakes. Rumors suggest Jim Carrey may return as Stanley Ipkiss, joined by Cameron Diaz, while fresh blood like Jenna Ortega or Ryan Reynolds are speculated to bring youthful urgency to the craziness.

At the core lies a rediscovered ancient artifact—the Mask—tied to Norse myth and the trickster god Loki. In some versions, Stanley’s son is abducted, prompting a fraught return to the mask’s power and past; in others, a rebellious teen or a tech billionaire inadvertently unleashes the Mask once more in a world awash with social media and digital influence. Loki himself may play a central role—either surfacing as a dark force to reclaim the artifact or manifesting through bizarre reality-bending mayhem .

Visually and tonally, The Mask 3 promises to double down on over-the-top, Looney Tunes–style absurdity, upgraded with modern VFX and satirical punches. Expect cartoon physics, slapstick chaos, and vibrant color—possibly overlaid with commentary on influencer culture, digital manipulation, and identity in a hyper-connected age.

Character dynamics could evolve from nostalgia and legacy—Stanley Ipkiss may return as a mentor rather than the lead, passing the mantle to someone like Ortega’s character or a tech-savvy newcomer played by Ryan Reynolds. Meanwhile, Cameron Diaz’s Tina Carlyle could reappear as a journalist uncovering the myth behind the Mask—and perhaps its connection to Loki .

Thematically, the sequel seems to explore dual identities and the balance between chaos and control—especially in the digital age. As the Mask’s power leaks into cyberspace, the film may depict how unchecked influence—memetic, viral, chaotic—can upend reality and responsibility, asking whether power can be harnessed or whether it inevitably unravels its wielder.

While plot details vary across rumors, one thing stands clear: The Mask 3 aims to be a wild, surreal, and wildly self-aware ride. Whether titled Rise of Loki, Return of Loki, or something else entirely, this cinematic mash‑up of myth, mayhem, nostalgia, and sharp satire could deliver the kind of “S‑S‑S‑Smokin’” energy fans have waited nearly three decades for.